Sales Analyst  

Primary responsibilities are outlined below:

Operational/Functional:

• Create model and maintain detailed analyses to evaluate key sales and performance metrics.
• Provide analytics summary including results of market survey which will be gathered in conjunction with BDS to the BDM to update strategic

Sales Strategy and Planning:

• Provide analysis that provides focus to BDS and BDM optimizing both sales performance and/or growing portfolio growth.
• Develop and analyze data models to identify key trends and articulate findings in easily digestible format to key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain KPI reports for sales team.
• Design and build effective presentations.
• Perform detailed market research on supply/demand fundamentals, economic trends, comparable sales and other factors impacting frozen food industry performance.
• Support sales team in with gap/variance analysis.
• Assist in the annual goal setting process in conjunction with the BDM.
• Prepare and analyze reporting for quarterly performance review meetings, budgeting, and forecasting.

Other duties as assigned

Financial Management:

• Perform detailed revenue analysis by market segment and distribution channel to inform modeling of future performance and resource allocation Leading with Passion
• Lead by example and operate with integrity and respect ensuring success of department and company.

Job Specifications:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Data analysis – the ability to assess data sets and identify patterns and opportunities for improvement is the sales analyst’s primary skill
• Financial forecasting – effective projection and forecasting skills are also vital in this role, as sales analysts guide investment and help companies better utilize cash and personnel
• Presentation skills – sales analysts need to present their findings, along with forecasts and projections, to executives and management personnel, so effective presentation skills are a necessity
• Team coordination – because they work with marketing and sales teams to drive revenue growth, sales analysts need to coordinate team activities and have strong leadership skills
• Communication skills – sales analysts rely heavily on both written and verbal communication to work with departments and personnel across teams and business lines

• Proven analytical skills in data mining, data manipulation, report development and visualization.
• Problem Solving: Excellent decision making, critical thinking,and problem solving skills. Anticipates, identifies and defines problems . Seeks root causes.
• Develops and implements practical and timely solutions. Proactive approach as opposed to reactive.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel, pivot table, and chart development experience.
• Require interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Experience in Frozen Meat is an Advantage