Junior Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US:

Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1964, Spradling International, Inc. is a global leader in high-quality vinyl and surface solutions, with operations across seven countries. The company designs and manufactures innovative products ranging from upholstery vinyl and premium leather alternatives to performance-driven materials for marine, automotive, hospitality, corporate seating, gaming, and general upholstery markets. Through the acquisition of Corinthian LLC, Spradling expanded into specialty flooring solutions for automotive, marine, and other demanding applications, adding decades of expertise in textile development, manufacturing, and fabrication. Together, Spradling and Corinthian are united by a shared commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and value—delivering resourceful, quality-driven solutions while creating trusted products and meaningful careers employees are proud to build.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Junior Analyst supports the Contract and Transportation Sales & Marketing Directors by delivering timely, accurate reporting, analytics, and operational coordination. This role is designed for a recent business graduate and serves as a foundational learning position, providing exposure to sales strategy, logistics, margin management, customer engagement, and market analytics. The Junior Analyst will act as a central resource for data‑driven insights, customer materials, CRM management, and cross‑functional communication with mills and logistics teams.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analytics & Reporting

• Prepare and distribute regular sales, margin, and market performance reports.
• Conduct margin analysis by product, customer, and channel.
• Track market penetration, customer activity, and sales pipeline metrics.
• Support daily and weekly activity reporting for Sales & Marketing leadership.
• Analyze trends and summarize insights to support decision‑making.

Sales & Marketing Support

• Assist in preparing customer presentations, proposals, and sales materials.
• Maintain and update CRM data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support opportunity tracking, customer engagement metrics, and follow‑up activities.
• Coordinate logistics-related information for customer and sales needs.

Operations & Logistics Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for communication with mills regarding order status, availability, and logistics updates.
• Support coordination between Sales, Transportation, and Operations teams to ensure accurate data flow.
• Assist with ad‑hoc operational analysis as needed.

Process & Data Management

• Ensure integrity of reporting data across systems (CRM, spreadsheets, internal dashboards).
• Document standard reporting procedures and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain organized records and documentation aligned with company policies.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Sales, Marketing, Logistics, and Operations teams.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Internship or co‑op experience in analytics, sales operations, marketing, finance, or supply chain.
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce or similar).
• Familiarity with basic financial or margin analysis concepts.
• Interest in building a career in analytics, sales operations, or commercial strategy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of time sitting and working at a computer as well as helping wherever needed in the warehouse.