Sales Insights Analyst

SALES INSIGHTS ANALYST (JLB division)The Team:We bring data-driven insights that fuel high-level partnership and strategies across our clients and Target. We are trusted strategic partners and category experts, providing proactive analytics and actionable recommendations that help support our clients goals and drive growth at Target.The Role:This position will require you to leverage your interpersonal, communication, organization and analytical skills. We are seeking a talented individual who is analytically driven and a self-starter. You bring experience with POS and syndicated data systems and will own generating reporting and become a master in providing item and category level performance analysis based on Target sales, consumer and market data.What Youll Do with the assistance of an Insights Lead:Provide Target and marketplace insights through syndicated IRI reportingAssist Sales and Insights team during Targets line review processCollaborate with peers and clients on a multitude of ad hoc and deep dive requestsLeverage analytical skills to collect and analyze data from a variety of different categories and resources with a high sense of accuracyProvide category and marketplace insights through retail auditsWhat Youll Bring:1-2 years of hand-on experience in synthesizing raw data from POS and syndicated databases such as Circana or Nielsen to develop actionable insightsStrong analytical skills (ex. collecting, organizing, analyzing, and disseminating large datasets with accuracy)Strong presentation skills (ex. ability to tell insightful stories through data visualizations) Proactive and committed to delivering accurate results in a fast paced work environmentExcellent interpersonal skills required for working on a high-performance teamProven ability to complete projects/tasks within assigned timeframeAbility to interface with multiple levels of an organizationMastery in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointHands-on experience working on a Target accountBachelors Degree in Business or Marketing (preferred)About JLB:jlb is an award-winning, retail consulting firm that is passionate about helping brands succeed at Target, and Target win in the marketplace. Over the past 35+ years, weve helped launch and grow some of the most innovative brands at Target, including Method, Harrys and Olly, and hundreds more like them. We offer Sales and Strategy, Business Insights, Consumer Research, Category Management, Digital Services, Trend, Creative, and Retail Service, delivering a customized approach based on the unique needs of each client. Our collaborative team of 120+ passionate employees come from a variety of backgrounds including emerging brands, large CPGs, and mass and specialty retailers.We work hard and we play hard. Our office is a lively environment that was built for collaboration. Sound fun? It is! Come join us!Seniority Level: Entry to Mid - Associate LevelIndustry: Business Insights, Sales, Retail