Job Description
The SENIOR MERCHANDISE ANALYST is a seasoned expert who partners with all functional areas in the enterprise by leading and developing high-impact, influential analysis utilized for go-forward direction, strategic business decisions and insight into current and future trends. The scope of work includes leading short term and long-term analysis, key initiative reporting, ad-hoc analysis, business process development/support and potentially a direct report. The Sr. Merchandise Analyst collaborates as a creative thought partner who initiates intentional, thoughtful, and timely analysis that supports and guides the strategy of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** We are open to remote candidates based in the continental United States for this opportunity.
REPORTS TO: Director, Central Planning & Merchandise Operations
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Be a leader amongst peers *Take an active role in guiding / mentoring associate and/or analyst team members *Expertise across multi-disciplines within the area *Collaborate with key business partners to identify and develop ad-hoc analysis *Influence and interpret analytic question(s) to be answered *Understand customer requirements and data availability *Provide succinct, audience-adapted analysis *Develop accurate reporting and analysis on agreed timelines *Engage peers and/or supervisor to overcome obstacles to ensure timelines are met *Actively participates in the business to gain insight into the trends and opportunities *Attend cross-functional department team meetings, business reviews, category meetings, etc. *Develop and present analysis supporting strategic initiatives and/or big idea questions *Seek to be a solution partner *Engage intellectual curiosity to proactively meet business needs and answer analytical questions *Sought by business partners to collaborate on cross-functional projects/analysis *Produce assigned reporting and analysis in a timely and accurate fashion *Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Seasonal, Annual *Meets established standards for delivery time *Validates accuracy to established sources prior to distribution *Actively seeks out customer (internal) feedback to identify enhancement opportunities *Proactively makes changes to maintain delivery standards *Collaborate with key support and business partners on new processes and solutions *Participate in the development and deployment process including: *Documenting current & future state *Active participant in Quality Assurance testing prior to deployment *Make recommendations based on knowledge, expertise and business acumen for improvements and alternative solutions *Partner with supervisor and others to develop self & direct report (if applicable) *Completes self-administered training on MS Office & Business Objects *Utilizes the DSW Learning Center to enhance capabilities *Partner with Supervisor to ID appropriate classes *Develops and follows a schedule to complete necessary classes *Sets regular meetings with supervisor to review progress and supplement training
REQUIRED SKILLS:
*Highly developed analytical skills including application of retail mathematics/statistics *Knowledge of advanced analytics *Experience preparing presenting complex data and analysis to C-level executives *Ability to translate conclusions from individual contributor to executive audiences *Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at once *Team leadership experience is a plus *Proven track record of managing multi-data sources to draw conclusions *Effective personal communication *Proficient with Microsoft Office *Experience with Business Objects or similar reporting solution *History of developing creative solutions to reporting needs
COMPETENCIES:
SETTING GOALS - Creates and follow effective plans. Anticipates risks, creates contingency plans. Aligns plans with goals. Allocates adequate resources. Accepts and supports change. Willing to take risks and suggests new ideas, approaches. Takes initiative. Seeks out learning activities.
WORKING WITH OTHERS - Clearly articulates own, other's goals. Promotes a team atmosphere by demonstrating humility and respect. Builds effective relationships, relates well to others. Delivers and responds to feedback in a constructive manner. Considers multiple perspectives. Handles conflict, pressure, uncertainty and adapts independently. Meets commitments. Dedicated to working with business partners on their expectations.
GETTING RESULTS - Personally accountable for work performance targets and achieving results. Prioritizes well. Anticipates and handles obstacles effectively. Makes good, timely decisions. Can simply and process complex problems. Understands underlying issues and addresses root causes. Meets deadlines, works until finished.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
*5 years in corporate retail
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*Project Management a plus *Management Experience a plus
