Insights Analyst, CPG Beverage

ARI (Axcel Recruiting Inc.); Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ARI (Axcel Recruiting Inc.) is seeking an Insights Analyst to support strategy and growth initiatives for a confidential client engagement in California. The role blends analytics, strategy, and storytelling to generate executive-ready recommendations and influence senior leaders.

Responsibilities include analyzing opportunities, developing executive communications, partnering with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, and delivering high-impact insights across multiple projects with clear,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in insights, analytics, strategy, consulting, or related areas.
• Proven ability to turn complex data into executive-ready recommendations and presentations.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; experienced with syndicated data and BI/reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business opportunities and initiatives, translating data into actionable recommendations.
• Develop executive-ready presentations that influence decisions and drive alignment.
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations on strategic initiatives.
• Build data storytelling and enablement materials to help teams execute priorities.
• Manage multiple high-impact projects with timely delivery of insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Finance, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Circana

Nielsen

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Insights Analyst — Strategy & Growth Initiatives
Location: Confidential client engagement | Industry: CPG

About the Role

This is a high-visibility Insights Analyst opportunity supporting one of the company's most important growth workstreams. You'll evaluate business opportunities, develop executive-level recommendations, and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. This role sits at the intersection of analytics, strategy, and storytelling — perfect for someone who loves digging into data and turning it into recommendations senior leaders act on. If you enjoy combining analytical rigor with compelling data storytelling, and want exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making, this role offers significant visibility and growth potential.

What You'll Do

• Analyze business opportunities and initiatives, translating complex data into clear, actionable recommendations
• Develop executive-ready presentations and communications that influence decision-making and drive alignment across stakeholders
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to support strategic initiatives
• Build compelling data storytelling and enablement materials that help teams understand and execute key business priorities
• Manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of insights and recommendations

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in insights, analytics, strategy, consulting, category management, executive communications, project management, or a related field
• Proven ability to analyze complex business/consumer data and translate findings into executive-ready recommendations and presentations
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with strong experience using syndicated data, business intelligence, or reporting tools (e.g., Circana, Nielsen, Power BI, Tableau)

Preferred:

• Experience supporting strategic growth initiatives, partnerships, or business integration
• Experience supporting senior executives or commercial leadership teams within CPG, retail, or other multi-brand organizations
• Demonstrated ability to create visually compelling presentations, sales enablement materials, or executive communications that simplify complex business concepts