CPG Data Analyst (Drug Channel)

Our Company: 

Congo Brands is at the epicenter of where consumer demand meets product development. Through brand partnerships with lead influencers, we are afforded an inside look at what consumers truly desire. Congo Brands is a health and wellness brand that sells supplements, fitness snacks, hydration drinks, energy drinks, and more through e-commerce and retail partnerships. Congo Brands houses some of the world’s most noted brands including Alani Nu, Prime Hydration, and 3D Energy. Congo Brands is on pace to become one of the world’s most noted consumer product companies, with revenue growth increasing exponentially year over year. Congo Brand’s goal is to be the go-to ‘Better for You Brand’ for everything from ready-to-drink beverages, snacks, supplements and more. 

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced CPG Data Analyst (Drug Channel) to join our team. You will use various methods to transform raw data into useful data systems and strive for efficiency by aligning data systems with business goals. To succeed in this CPG Data Analyst (Drug Channel) position, you should have strong analytical skills and the ability to combine data from different sources. You will pull data and provide projections for the Sales Leads, work directly with major retailers to share insights, handle retailer forms for item set-up, and provide initial sales forecasting reports to ensure inventory levels are correct and consistent. You will also support the Sales Leads on annual planning. If you are detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills, and are an expert in Excel, we’d like to hear from you.

Candidates MUST have CPG experience coupled with experience working with IRI and within CVS/Walgreens retailer portals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Passion for creating compelling sell stories to ensure our brands win in retail
• Go to contact for all customer related systems
• Lead monthly S&OP process
• Utilize consumption data to influence customer decision making
• Analyze trade spend strategy to maximize profitability 
• Work cross-functionally with category leadership team to identify demand space opportunities and voids in market
• Study past sales data to determine industry and productivity trends
• Continually evaluate business needs and objectives
• Develop and maintain data reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders
• Engage with outside vendors to leverage additional third-party data sources

Key Skills and Experience Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience in a data analytics role within the CPG industry (Beverage preferred)
• Drug Channel experience preferred; STIBO, SupplierNet, CEP, and Vendor Funded Management a plus
• SPINS/IRI/Nielsen consumption data expert 
• Candidates must possess the ability to interpret large amounts of data and to multi-task
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Working knowledge of data warehousing, modeling, and mining
• Experience with sales forecasting and reporting on inventory levels
• Experience supporting Sales teams by compiling and analyzing sales and market data
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation and training ability
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint 

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Benefits and Perks: 

• Competitive Salary 
• Health/Vision/Dental Benefits 
• 15 days of PTO + 8 paid holidays 
• 6 weeks paid parental leave 
• 401(k) plan with employer match 
• Monthly cell phone stipend 

AND SO MUCH MORE! 

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Congo Brands, LLC. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.