Sales Planner/Analyst (Lakeland, Miami, Jacksonville Area)

Ole Mexican Foods•Hialeah, FL

57d•Remote

About The Position

The Sales Analyst will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting sales data to support our sales strategies and objectives. This role involves a deep understanding of sales metrics, market trends, and consumer behavior. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to communicate findings effectively, while working independently and managing multiple assignments.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in business, Economics, Statistics, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
1-3 years of experience in sales analysis, business analysis, or a related role, preferably within the CPG industry.
Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of syndicated data, ie, Circana/IRI and / or Nielsen.
Familiarity with CRM and ERP systems is a plus.
Travel from time to time.

Responsibilities

Sales Data Analysis: Gather, analyze, and interpret sales data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities. Provide actionable insights to enhance sales performance.
Reporting: Prepare and present regular sales reports and dashboards for management and sales teams. Highlight key metrics, variances, and trends.
Forecasting: Assist in developing sales forecasts based on historical data, market analysis, and business goals. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align forecasts with strategic plans.
Market Research: Conduct market research to understand consumer behavior, market conditions, and competitive landscape. Provide insights to support sales strategies.
Performance Monitoring: Monitor sales performance against targets and KPIs. Identify areas of improvement and recommend corrective actions.
Promotional Analysis: Evaluate the effectiveness of sales promotions and marketing campaigns. Provide insights to optimize future promotional activities.
Create sales promotions and input into customer portals.
Data Management: Ensure accuracy and integrity of sales data. Maintain and update sales databases and systems as required.
Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams to support cross-functional initiatives and ensure cohesive execution of sales plans.
Other tasks and assignments as they arise.