Merchandise Analyst - Northeast Business Unit

Circle K; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K Stores Inc. seeks a data analytics professional to drive data-driven merchandising decisions across departments, clusters and locations. You will analyze pricing, promotions and assortment performance, and support BU strategic decisions with timely insights.

You will develop and leverage tools to turn data into actionable recommendations, collaborating with Marketing, Merchandising, Pricing and other teams to close gaps and improve DDM tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Business Analytics or related field, plus 2+ years data analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and email applications; advanced Excel and Access; experience with PowerBI and Tableau.
• Strong communication, multitasking and problem-solving skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams; retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze merchandise performance at department, cluster, vendor, item and location levels.
• Analyze store, regional, and BU pricing, promotion, and assortment metrics.
• Document BU level strategic decisions around pricing, promotions and assortment.
• Leverage tools and reporting to provide timely insights for data-driven decisions.
• Organize, summarize and visualize data into meaningful insights for non-analytical peers.
• Develop new reusable tools, models and approaches to support partners’ goals.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

PowerBI

Tableau

Excel

Access

Word

Email applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Business Analytics or related field

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

Excel

Access

Word

Email applications

Job description

Essential Functions

Demonstrate thought leadership and be an Ambassador to Data Driven Merchandising initiatives and an enabler for data-driven decision making. Analyze merchandise performance at the department, cluster, vendor, item and location level, including analyzing store, regional, and business unit performance of pricing, promotion, and item assortment metrics. Support MAM in documenting BU level strategic decisions around pricing, promotions, and assortment. Leverage available tools and reporting to provide timely insights on BU Merchandise performance in a way that facilitates data-driven decision making. Organize, summarize, and visualize data into meaningful insights that communicate complex findings to non-analytical peers. Mechanize driving insights into actions by working with cross-functional partners (i.e., Business Unit Marketing/Merchandising Teams, Global Promotional, Assortment Teams and Pricing Teams) to identify gaps and make recommendations to improve existing DDM tools and processes. Use technical expertise to conceptualize and develop new, reusable tools, models, and approaches to provide our partners with insights and recommendations to meet business goals. Actively support MAM on the annual DDM planning process for the business unit. Join our Global Analytical network on data and analytics issues and share experiences with other Business Units. All other duties as assigned to achieve operational excellence in the business unit. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks; or participating in professional societies. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing determined Financial and Key Result Area targets pursuant to Company Plan guidelines.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Business Analytics or a related subject area followed by 2+ years of work experience on data analysis. Computer skills to include navigational ability in a networked environment and proficiency in Microsoft Word and email applications. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Access and other data visualization platforms (PowerBI, Tableau). Experience with SQL is a plus. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to manage multiple activities and prioritize projects and tasks. Demonstration of outstanding analytic skills, logical reasoning, data interpretation and the ability to resolve complex issues. Experience working with individuals from different organizational functions and at different levels. Retail experience is an asset.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Complete physical activity inventory of the position includes: Sit for long periods of time. Operate computer keyboard and mouse for data entry. View computer monitor. Hear and speak via telephone. Reach forward and/or overhead. Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions inventory of the position includes: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at a normal range. The lighting will include natural light from the outside as well as fluorescent lighting throughout the work areas. Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS REFLECT THE GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS / DUTIES AND /OR RESPONSIBILITIES NECESSARY TO IDENTIFY THE JOB AND ARE NOT NECESSARILY INTENDED TO SET FORTH ALL OF THE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB. NOTE: This Job Description may change periodically as required by business necessity, with or without advance notice to employees. Couche-Tard/Circle K values diversity and inclusion and aims to create a safe, accessible and rewarding workplace that showcases the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our business. As an employer, we are committed to employment equity, we encourage a wide variety of applications to ensure that we have a diverse workforce that is representative of the customers and the communities we serve. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process. Our mission at Circle K is to make people's lives a little easier every day. Our global family of 150,000 people in over 17,300 stores and 27 countries makes that possible for our millions of clients worldwide, which is why we are committed to helping them achieve their goals and grow with us. We set ourselves apart by our culture and values: in our people and their development, in serving others, what we've built and what we are striving to achieve. No matter where you come from or where you are heading in your career, there is a place for you to grow at Circle K. When you grow, we grow - together.