Sales Analyst - Costco

Nestlé Purina North America; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Nestlé Purina North America is seeking a Sales Analytics professional to leverage retail data and market insights to drive Purina portfolio growth. You will deliver data-driven recommendations, support Joint Business Planning, and partner with Finance on promotional strategies.

The role focuses on data storytelling, competitive analytics, and actionable reporting to influence retail decisions across major retailers, with travel up to 15%. Local to St. Louis, MO or Scottsdale, AZ preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree +1 year experience working with retail/sales data or within a CPG environment OR High School diploma +4 years experience in category development, sales or marketing analytics

Responsibilities

• Develops 4P Purina portfolio recommendations to drive growth within the assigned business unit
• Provides business overview and analysis to customer teams on progress against market and Joint Business Planning (JBP) objectives
• Assess competitive market activity and provide analytics around risks/opportunities to the Purina portfolio
• Partner with Finance to deliver promotional recommendations on the Purina portfolio to maximize market impact
• Provide data and recommendations around 4P strategy for new distribution using market data
• Provide insights and analytics to support JBP development objectives and initiatives
• Attend monthly retail team meetings to provide business updates, opportunities, or promotional/product mix improvements and key quarter priorities
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and communication for retail initiatives
• Ability to utilize data for storytelling to influence and drive action

Skills

Retail data analysis

CPG analytics

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree +1 year experience

Tools

Power BI

Nielsen/IRI

Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

At Purina, our sales team is fueled by the relentless pursuit of staying at the forefront of the market with our innovative products. As a valued member of our team, you will be empowered to exceed sales goals and play a vital role in our continued success. We place a high priority on efficient workflows and supportive teams, equipping you with the necessary tools and resources to excel in your role. Our culture is rooted in appreciation and recognition, as we deeply value and celebrate the achievements of our dedicated sales professionals. Collaboration is the cornerstone of our achievements, as we unite to deliver high-quality products that enhance the lives of pets and their families. Join our dynamic sales team and embark on a rewarding journey where your contributions will have a profound impact in shaping the future of the pet care industry.

We offer opportunities at the global scale and cross-functional experiences that will diversify your knowledge, insight and your background. So, if your full potential could be unleashed, what would you add to the mix?

Location

this candidate can be local to St. Louis, MO or Scottsdale, AZ

• Develops 4P Purina portfolio recommendations to drive growth within the assigned business unit
• Provides business overview and analysis to customer teams on progress against market and Joint Business Planning (JBP) objectives
• Assess competitive market activity and provide analytics around risks/opportunities to the Purina portfolio
• Partner with Finance to deliver promotional recommendations on the Purina portfolio to maximize market impact
• Provide data and recommendations around 4P strategy for new distribution (shelf recommendation, promotion strategy, pricing) using market data
• Provide insights and analytics to support JBP development objectives and initiatives
• Attend monthly retail team meetings to provide business updates, opportunities, or promotional/product mix improvements and key quarter priorities
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and communication for retail initiatives
• Ability to utilize data for storytelling to influence and drive action

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree +1 year experience working with retail/sales data or within a CPG environment OR High School diploma +4 years experience in category development, sales or marketing analytics

Other:

• Must be able to travel up to 15% or as business needs require
• Previous experience working with large retailers such as Costco, Kroger, Target, or Walmart preferred
• Previous experience with Nielsen/IRI/Power BI, or RSI syndicated data is preferred

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets.

Salary: $69,133.50 to $95,432.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you’re at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

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