Sales Analyst
Job ID: 21001177
Location: Arlington, VA
Location: Arlington, VA
Job Category: Marketing/Brand Management
Company: Nestle Nutrition
As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to toddler, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary responsibilities of this position are to build ad-hoc/automated reports and perform analytics for the Baby Food, Formula, and VMS segments . The analyst will work closely with and support the Gerber & Nestle Health Science Commercial Development Teams. Must also be able to exhibit strong communication and organization skills while working closely with Sales, Marketing, The Commercial Development Team and other cross-functional departments (Finance, Supply Chain, Project Management). Success is defined as becoming an expert with tools like Excel, IRI, and Power BI, and Power Point. Additionally, the analyst must also become a knowledge expert on shipment and consumption trends in the retail space, and in the segments we compete in.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Develop, analyze and distribute the sales reporting to the internal organization and field sales teams
•Support the Infant Nutrition and Nestlé Health Science Customer Development leads on an ongoing monthly basis with Ad-hoc analytic requests & Trade Calendar consolidation
•Proactive analysis of data and delivery of insights to the CDT that resulted in strategies being implemented across our customers, category, or channels •Provide data analytics for Private Label Manager and SRM Manager
REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
•Bachelor's level degree required
•Training and experience in the following areas: Financial Acumen, Interpersonal Skills, Highly developed Presentation skills, Negotiation Skills, Sales skills, Time Management, Project Management
•Experience: Minimum 1-year CPG or relevant experience.
•Results Focused / Solution driven
EXPERIENCE:
•Ability to analyze, interpret and develop recommendations from disparate data sources (Business Objects, ACNielsen)
•Knowledge of shipment reporting metrics such as GPS, NNS, forecasting, targets
•Strong communication/presentation skills
•Ability to collaborate and effectively work cross functionally
Working Requirements:
•Must be able to travel up to 15% of total time to support Nestle Health Science group (Bridgewater, NJ), attend national sales meetings, attend any necessary training
The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Before the Interview
How to Prepare for an Interview
Before the interview:
Make a good impression before you reach the interview room by updating and maintaining your LinkedIn profile. Prepare for your interview by researching the company, practicing your interview skills, and studying the position so you can see how your skills match up. So you aren’t flustered on your way to the interview, do a dry run to the interview location before your interview day. If you’re looking for more support, reach out to other veterans who have had success with job searching to help you prep.
Key Takeaways
- Update your LinkedIn
- Research our culture, our people, and the location of your interview
- Do a dry run to the interview location
- Prepare specific examples that fit the job requirements
- Use our online skills translator to best explain your skills and experience
- Practice a mock interview
- Reach out to other veterans
During the Interview
During the interview:
Put your best foot forward by arriving in appropriate attire and showcasing the situations, behaviors, and outcomes that have led to your success. By highlighting the skills you obtained in the military and owning your accomplishments, you’ll make a lasting impression.
Key Takeaways
- Dress in business formal
- Practice storytelling
- Have a printed copy of your résumé
- Highlight the skills that match with this job
- Share your accomplishments
- Emphasize your dedication to the job
- Ask questions!
After the Interview
After the interview:
If you’re interested in the position, make it known! Sending an email or thank-you note show your appreciation and keep you in the interviewer’s mind. The job market is competitive, so don’t be discouraged by not landing a job on the first try. Instead, view each interview as a learning experience that will prepare you for future opportunities.
Key Takeaways
- Send an email or thank-you note
- Use this interview as a learning experience
Similar Jobs Near You:
Marketing Manager, eCommerce
Stamford, CT, US
Sr. UX/UI Design Specialist
Saint Louis, MO, US
Category Manager
Saint Louis, MO, US
Specialist, Social & Influencer Marketing
Bridgewater, NJ, US
The Nestlé Companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment: Disabled/Veteran. If you require an accommodation in order to view or apply to open positions, please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-877-204-8650. For technical assistance: email NesCareersSupport@icareerhelp.com or phone 1-877-204-8650.
© 2021 Nestlé All rights reserved