Experienced Entry-Level Data Analyst – Retail Merchandising and Analytics
At careerzynith, we're on a mission to revolutionize the retail pharmacy industry with innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. As a global leader in retail pharmacy, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth through data-driven insights. We're now seeking an experienced Entry-Level Data Analyst to join our Merchandise Planning Analytics team on a 6-month contract with the opportunity for extension or conversion.
About the Role
Our Merchandise Planning Analytics team is the backbone of our retail pharmacy business, providing critical insights and analysis to optimize performance across our Front End (non-Pharmacy) businesses. As a Data Analyst, you'll play a vital role in managing reporting, analysis, and tool building for our Merchandising team, supporting over 100 merchants and 40 planners. Your expertise will help us make data-driven decisions, drive business growth, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Work Environment
As a remote analyst, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the Central Standard Time (CST) zone. Our team is highly collaborative, and we use a range of tools to stay connected and productive. You'll work a standard 8am-5pm schedule with a one-hour lunch break from 12pm-1pm. While we're flexible, we require a minimum of 30 hours per week to fulfill our business needs.
Responsibilities
As a Data Analyst, you'll be responsible for
- Owning Brand (private label) reporting, recapping, tracking, and analysis, including ad-hoc analysis based on business needs
- Item-level historical analysis and recapping
- Item-level future-looking forecast
- Managing thousands of Own Brand items at an item level
- Utilizing Excel to analyze complex data sets and create meaningful executive recaps
- Developing and maintaining complex Excel formulas and models
- Communicating insights and recommendations to stakeholders through Microsoft PowerPoint
- Collaborating with Merchandising, Planning, Finance, and other stakeholders to drive business growth
- Managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines
- Developing effective working relationships with cross-functional teams Top Must-Have Skills To succeed in this role, you'll need
- A Bachelor's Degree and at least 3-5 years of experience in analytics, data science, finance, financial analysis, assortment planning, retail, procurement/purchasing, or merchandising
- Minimum 3 years of experience in data analytics or a related field with a strong understanding of retail merchandising basics (i.e., category management) and merchandising organization structures and processes
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, paired with storytelling finesse
- Ability to conduct complex quantitative analysis and build analytical models using Microsoft Excel
- Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly both verbally and in writing via Microsoft PowerPoint
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with Merchandising, Planning, Finance, and other stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing work priorities
- Retail math background, including item-level forecasting based on demand patterns or sell-through/sales/profit goals, knowledge of sales by type and AUR impacts, all inventory and sales metrics
- Intermediate/Advanced level skill in Microsoft Excel (e.g., using SUM/SUMIFS, Subtotals, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, Macros, Pivot tables) - CRITICAL SKILL NEEDED FOR ROLE, most work will be done in Excel
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint Top Nice-to-Have Skills While not required, the following skills will be highly valued
- MBA preferred; Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and/or other quantitative analytical degree a plus
- Data science experience
- Retail experience
- SQL Coding, Microsoft Access, Macro building Education / Experience Requirements We're looking for candidates with 3-5 years of experience in Analytics or Data Science, with a merchandising background.
What We Offer
As a Data Analyst at careerzynith, you'll enjoy
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment
- Flexible remote work arrangements
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- A comprehensive training program to help you succeed in your role How to Apply If you're a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for data analysis and retail merchandising, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications. We can't wait to hear from you! Apply Now! Apply for this job