Sales Analyst

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Solon, OH

8d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Nestlé USA is seeking a Sales Analyst to join their Sales Analytics team. This role is crucial in providing analytical intelligence to the sales team, shaping strategic business decisions, and equipping the sales team to meet consumer needs and drive category growth. The Sales Analyst will be an integral member of the account team, collaborating with Customer Account Managers to achieve sales objectives and increase market share for Nestlé's brands. Nestlé USA offers an inclusive workplace that fosters innovation, strategic thinking, and creativity, with opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 months of experience in retail sales or a related sales environment with a focus on sales reporting and analytics.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent professional experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
Intermediate/advanced skill in Excel (Xlookups, pivots, etc.)
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and time-management abilities
Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
High level of organizational skills and attention to detail
Comprehensive understanding of 4P sales fundamentals

Nice To Haves

Analytical Experience: Understanding data, building reports, and conducting analysis
Experience with syndicated data sources (e.g., Circana, Nielsen) and data visualization techniques.
Background in CPG or retail, with experience working in large format grocery & mass channels.
Track record of successfully achieving Key Performance Indicator (KPI) objectives in previous roles.
Proactive and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to challenge existing processes, influence stakeholders without direct authority, and identify opportunities that extend beyond the defined role.

Responsibilities

Proactively generate actionable insights that support current business needs, inform strategic decisions, and drive profitable brand and category performance.
Provide analytical recommendations and identify opportunities through the utilization of syndicated data (Circana, Nielsen, point of sale) and other data resources.
Exhibit category expertise by maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the category and the broader business landscape.
Utilize data visualization and effective storytelling to help build sales presentations.
Build & maintain 4P reporting & tools that are essential to the day-to-day operation of Nestle’s customer account teams.
Pull data for ad hoc analysis from various sources including syndicated data, retailer platforms, and internal resources.