Promotional Merchandising Analyst

Company: Staples Stores
Location: Framingham
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

Description Staples is focused on our customer and our community. As a Promotional Merchandising Analyst for Staples, you will support ongoing promotional processes for the Merchandising organization. You will provide analytical support to cross-functional teams to aide in weekly and seasonal decision making and act as a team lead for ongoing work related to our Enterprise Promotional Platform (EPP). Our people are the heart of our success and we believe in collaboration, curiosity and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. We are investing in our people and our stores, empowering our people to learn, grow and deliver. Come be a part of a team that's leading the way in a new era of working and living. Key Deliverables Support ongoing seasonal promotional operations for Merchandising organization Provide recommendations for go-forward strategy planning based on observed business results and trends Serve as team point person for ongoing work related to our Promo platform system Create and maintain data visualizations, including reports and dashboards, to distribute insights in an easily digestible manner to business leaders and cross-functional partners Enhance existing reporting structures to better identify emerging trends, opportunities, and business gaps to accelerate profitable growth Maintain store level sales data to maximize program sales and margin opportunities Manage seasonal SKU dispositions and activations in coordination with merchant and planning teams Create and maintain store pricing and allocation groups to allow for precise pricing and inventory actions on a seasonal basis Drive promotional accept/ decline process to ensure promotional displays meet financial goals Manage in season readiness, working with inventory teams to maximize in-stock and minimize post season mark-downs Act as team liaison to EPP cross-functional task force to drive ongoing improvements and ROI on development funding Qualifications Get great perks. Generous amount of paid time off and bonus plan 401(k) plan with a company match, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and many more benefits Associate store discount and more perks (discounts on mobile plans, movie tickets, etc.) On-site, discounted childcare, fitness center and dry cleaners in Framingham, MA corporate office Essential Skills And Experience Bachelor---s Degree in business-related field Minimum of 3 to 5 years of analytical experience supporting cross-functional business relationships Excellent working knowledge of PC Applications; Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Visual Basic, SQL Preferred Skills & Experience Working knowledge of data visualization tools such as PowerBI or Tableau Curiosity for learning about new ideas/ concepts Self-motivated with ability to work effectively with minimal supervision Proactive attitude toward solving complex problems Want to learn more about Staples Stores? Visit StaplesConnect.com for information and to learn about our career opportunities. Click to learn more about the employee benefits, programs and perks offered at Staples. Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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