Channel Marketing Analyst, Convenience

About the Role:We have a current opening for a Channel Marketing Analyst, Convenience and are actively reviewing applications.As the Channel Marketing Analyst, Convenience Store Channel you will be responsible for providing analytical insights, identifying opportunities for growth, and for creating presentations to support the initiatives of the company. You will also be responsible for creating scorecards to track and analyze sales performance and identify category trends. This position is hybrid, and will be based in our North American HQ in Parsippany, NJ. This role will report to the Channel Marketing Director, Convenience Stores.Main Responsibilities:Support the Channel Marketing Director for the Convenience Store Leadership Team in the sales functionSupport the strategic sales agenda for the channel and influence the internal & cross-functional commercial sales team to ensure the right resources and investment levels to win in highly competitive marketplace.Coordinate and execute the sales internal process and oversee volume forecasts across Ferrero’s largest collective channel, specifically tentpole execution, innovation planning and display forecasting.Lead Circana analysis for the channel every data period, working with the team on the insights that impacting the growth and performance of the channel.Assist in management annual trade budget and work with shopper marketing team to create channel specific programs to grow Ferrero business.Develop and execute new and innovative scorecards to analyze business performance and complete ad hoc requests for the sales and leadership teams.Provide actionable insights on performance, trends and opportunities to the team.Develop and maintain relationships with convenience account manages, cross functional teams and broker partners.Manage the replenishment and inventory of strategic distributors while monitoring changes that may impact the business performance.Project coordination of Indy Retail Blitz Support and key trade show support for independent C-store.Analyze trade spend compared to sales performance and targets, providing updates to leadership.Assist Channel Marketing Director in volume and trade discussions on a weekly basis ensuring team stays within budget and continues to drive sales, while achieving monthly volume targets.Utilize data sources (i.e., Circana/IRI, ACN, Kantar, ShopperSights, Power BI, MSA, Retail Link, RSI, EYC, SAP) to analyze the data and create compelling sales stories.About You:At least 3 + years’ CPG experienceBachelor’s Degree required with concetration in business or related field preferred, M.B.A. is a plusData analytics experience and knowledge of Circana/IRI, AC Nielsen (ACN), ShopperSights, Spectra, Retail Link, RSI and EYC etc.Sales experience a plusStrong math, analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skillsDetailed oriented with solid planning and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple projects in a proactive and timely mannerAbility to generate positive relationships and foster a team environmentAbility to prioritize and multi-task while meeting project deadlinesStrong organizational agility and relationship building a mustStrong process improvement skillsGood communication skills, including strong writing and presentation skillsProficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and exceptional excel and PowerPoint skillsAbility to travel approximately 10%Artificial Intelligence DisclosureAs part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.Our Benefits & Perks:Careers with caring built in - discover our benefits here.The base salary range for this position is $95,000.00 - $118,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.About Ferrero:Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.DE&I at Ferrero:Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here.Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.