At arenaflex, we're on a mission to revolutionize the retail pharmacy industry with cutting-edge analytics and data-driven insights. As a global leader in retail pharmacy, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth through innovative solutions. We're now seeking an experienced Entry-Level Data Entry Clerk / Remote Analyst to join our team for a 6-month contract with the opportunity for extension or conversion.
**About arenaflex's Merchandise Planning Analytics Team**
The Merchandise Planning Analytics team at arenaflex is a dynamic and collaborative group of professionals who manage reporting, analysis, and tool building for the arenaflex Merchandising team. We support a team of 100+ merchants and 40+ planners to optimize performance of the arenaflex Front End (non-Pharmacy) businesses. Our team is passionate about leveraging data and analytics to drive business growth, improve customer satisfaction, and enhance operational efficiency.
**Work Environment**
As a Remote Analyst at arenaflex, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the Central Standard Time (CST) zone. Our remote work environment is designed to promote collaboration, productivity, and work-life balance. You'll be expected to work a standard 8-hour day with a one-hour lunch break from 12 pm to 1 pm. While we offer flexibility in our work schedule, we require a minimum of 30 hours per week to fulfill the business needs of our team.
**Responsibilities**
As an Entry-Level Data Entry Clerk / Remote Analyst, you'll be responsible for:
* Owning Brand (private label) reporting, recapping, tracking, and analysis, including ad-hoc analysis based on business needs
* Item-level historical analysis and recapping
* Item-level future-looking forecast
* Scope will be thousands of Own Brand items (at item level)
* System/tool used is Excel
* Project will involve complex Excel formulas and ability to synthesize large data sets into meaningful executive recaps
**Top Must-Have Skills**
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
* A Bachelor's Degree and at least 3-5 years of experience in one or more of the following: analytics, data science, finance, financial analysis, assortment planning, retail, procurement/purchasing, merchandising
* Minimum 3 years of experience in data analytics or other related field with a strong understanding of retail merchandising basics (i.e., category management) and merchandising organization structures and processes
* Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills partnered with storytelling finesse
* Ability to conduct complex quantitative analysis and build analytical models using Microsoft Excel
* Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly both verbally and in writing via Microsoft PowerPoint
* Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines
* Ability to develop effective working relationships with Merchandising, Planning, Finance, and other stakeholders
* Ability to work independently and adapt to changing work priorities
* Retail math background; skills such as item-level forecasting based on demand patterns or sell-through/sales/profit goals, knowledge of sales by type and AUR impacts, all inventory and sales metrics
* Intermediate/Advanced level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM/SUMIFS, Subtotals, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, Macros, Pivot tables) - CRITICAL SKILL NEEDED FOR ROLE, most work will be done in Excel
* Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
**Top Nice-to-Have Skills**
While not required, the following skills will be highly valued:
* MBA preferred; Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and/or other quantitative analytical degree a plus
* Data science experience
* Retail experience
* SQL Coding, Microsoft Access, Macro building
**Education / Experience Requirements**
To be considered for this role, you'll need:
* 3-5 years of experience in Analytics or Data Science, Merchandising background
**What We Offer**
As a Remote Analyst at arenaflex, you'll enjoy:
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
* Opportunity for career growth and professional development
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment
* Flexible work schedule and remote work options
* Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
* Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
**How to Apply**
If you're a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for data analysis and retail merchandising, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application through our website, and we'll be in touch to discuss your qualifications further.
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