KeHE Distributors · 3 days ago
Manager, Merchandising Analytics
Naperville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $116K/yr
3+ years expKeHE Distributors is an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic products, committed to making a positive impact. The Merchandising Analytics Manager will deliver data-driven insights to support merchandising strategies, optimize category performance, and increase profitability across the company’s product offerings.
AgricultureConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageHealth CareLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Aggregating and analyzing data to support strategic decisions, predictions and accountabilities for Merchandising leadership and cross-functional teams
Create efficient analytics, reporting, and dashboards that integrate into the organization’s assortment portfolio goals and initiatives
Focus on achieving operational efficiencies and excellence by maintaining the SKU counts in alignment with the temperature/pick zone capacity, while maintaining KeHE’s innovative product differentiation
Develop strong cross functional relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization (merchandising, supply chain, sales ops, IT, etc.) to drive improved collaboration, communication, and data infrastructure
Continuously refine data processes and reporting methodologies to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and relevance
Managing projects in support of new customer initiatives, outcome-oriented initiatives, new distribution center openings, and customer - DC migrations
Other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge
Possess a sense of urgency and attention to accuracy and detail
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present findings and strategies to cross-functional teams and merchandising leadership
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and provide clear, actionable insights
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across multiple departments
Highly credible, collaborative, and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player
Capable of managing multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, and ability to prioritize projects
Bachelor's degree in business, data science, analytics, or related field of study
Minimum of 3+ years of experience within the food industry in Project Management and/or Data Management
Preferred
SQL experience is a plus, but not required
Benefits
Health/Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
Supplemental life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid sick time
Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
Holiday pay for company designated holidays
Company
KeHE Distributors
KeHE Distributors is a fresh and natural, organic wholesale foods distributor.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TowerBrook Capital Partners
2019-05-17Private Equity
Leadership Team
Gene Carter
Chief Operating Officer
Brian Wilkinson
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
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