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Market research ana
The market research analyst will provide financial analysis and data analytics to division managementThe position is responsible for evaluating the market opportunities and preparing analysis on the financial impact and growth potential of the new and existing product linesThe position will develop budgets and reforecasts for the division, analyzing period-end financial results, and identifying/developing key business metrics and measuring progress.
This division is a high transaction-oriented business, and critical activities will include the research, quantification, and assessment of financial trends, collecting and analyzing data related to e-commerce activities, and analyzing spending variances.
Duties:
Work with executive team to prepare analysis (key kpis) that support the company’s growth plan, measure the financial success of the coordination and execution of various growth programs, and provide data that analysis to maximize revenue
Keep pace with market trends, market size, consumer habits and behaviors by analyzing market data, application, and product trends.
Analyzing market data trends at both a macro and micro level
Prepare annual budgets, re-forecasts and supporting period end financial reporting requirements, analysis of customer/product margins, business trends and metrics, and reconciliation to stated goals.
Work with division, brand, and operation leaders to understand business results through p&l analysis, analysis of sales channel and spending & productivity performance.
Provide reporting and guidance on the `key business metrics` used to evaluate business performanceThis will include a significant focus on e-commerce activity.
Monitor, track, assess and advise management of key spending and business trends.
Support senior management in the development of presentations and business review materials that highlight performance, bring clarity to key issues, and support recommendations.
Assist in development and maintaining of reporting capabilities, including development of appropriate systems and data capture.
Provide advanced financial system modeling capabilities to support and develop better analysis, quantification and tracking of key business issues, trends, etc.
Lead and / or provide support on special projects which will form the basis for varied and wide learning / interaction with multiple functions and all business entities.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical demands:
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.
Ability to sit for several hours and work on a computer.
Employee is regularly required to talk and hearSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to occasionally climb stairs.
Ability to travel (air and ground) up to 20% - overnight travel.
Required education and experience:
College b.s./b.aIn finance or business analyticsMaster’s degree is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of e-commerce financial analysis / business analytics experience
Proven track record of using analysis and problem-solving skills to drive business improvement.
Experience or knowledge of digital marketing analytics (such as google analytics, e-commerce, ad spend and amazon analytics) preferred
Experience with e-commerce and business metrics
Experience with data visualization and presentation
Microsoft office (especially excel and access)
Knowledge of the specialty chemical industry preferred but not required
Experience working in an erp environment; knowledge of processpro a plus
Personal skills and characteristics:
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively partner with senior management and employees.
Well-organized and capable of handling a variety of detailed and complex activities.
Ability to create and present persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to senior management and employees.
Ability to manage multiple projects and adjust focus as priorities change.
A strong business acumen with the ability to influence key business decisions.
Ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
