Data Analyst REMOTE

SummaryENTERPRISE OVERVIEWAdvantage Solutions is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Sr. Data AnalystSr. Data Analyst provides strategic leadership and data-driven outputs for key retailers/customers aligning with brand/business needs. This role serves as the key in-agency partner on managing inputs and outputs of our proprietary data-management system. The Sr. Data Analyst will be the ingenuity behind making smart business decisions and providing independent perspective on how to optimize activation results.The Sr. Data Analyst will be empowered to develop, create and manage a centralized data repository for all post promotion analysis, campaign results or individual tactical executions that provides dynamic search capability for these records or tactical benchmarks, feeding predictive models and plan forecasts. This position will require aggregation and synthesis of data and translation of insights free from direct manager support. Measures range from POS / Panel to tactical metrics defined by the media or tactic type (e.g., impressions, redemptions, CTR, etc.).This role reports directly to our local Business Arts, VP and will work alongside another peer, Business Arts, Data Strategist.OUR PHILOSOPHYWe are expert data handlers built to tell strategic data narratives. With trillions of transactions producing data exhaust, we understand that every shopper takes their own unique path to purchase. Our analytic strength marries a deep proficiency in consumer behavior analysis, business intelligence and category management with expertise and know-how in evaluating and optimizing all parts of the marketing mix across the Omni-channel marketplace.ResponsibilitiesThe Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Position Summary:Sr. Data Analyst provides strategic leadership and data-driven outputs for key retailers/customers aligning with brand/business needs. This role serves as the key in-agency partner on managing inputs and outputs of our proprietary data-management system. The Sr. Data Analyst will be the ingenuity behind making smart business decisions and providing independent perspective on how to optimize activation results.The Sr. Data Analyst will be empowered to develop, create and manage a centralized data repository for all post promotion analysis, campaign results or individual tactical executions that provides dynamic search capability for these records or tactical benchmarks, feeding predictive models and plan forecasts. This position will require aggregation and synthesis of data and translation of insights free from direct manager support. Measures range from POS / Panel to tactical metrics defined by the media or tactic type (e.g., impressions, redemptions, CTR, etc.).Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Data Management/Analysis Independently develop, create and manage a centralized data repository in programming language (SQL, R, Python, etc.) or by recommending data visualization or manipulation software (Google Data Studio, Tableau, etc.) Lead the preparation of data analysis needs, developing and monitoring project progression Comprehend data process flows through various relational databases, 3rd party or proprietary Facilitate transition to new data warehousing – developing new scripts/code, optimizing process flows and on-boarding relevant users to ensure methodologies and algorithms run properly on new software and production is uninterrupted Be the champion of and provide ongoing maintenance of proprietary database which is designed to track campaign performance including vendor / supplier metrics and engagement results Promote, provide strategic thought leadership based on insights derived from trend data analysis, translate the findings into actionable recommendations for client / team usageClient/Customer Engagement Engages in the on-going business planning process for each assigned client, focusing on shopper-based strategies and initiatives Interface with and provide data support to account, planning and creative teams Manage and deliver data support to the agency, client and creative team including competitive insights, syndicated/research data analysis, and custom client research to drive client shopper programs Interface with Agency client service (field and brand facing departments), client research departments, and outside research resources, to secure data for use in the post-program strategic analysis tool Support team by providing shopper-based rationale, requiring independent strategic thought / perspective for incremental shopper-funding requestsPresentation Development/Delivery Creates insight driven presentations with actionable tactics and strategies Develops creative presentations with an eye toward story-telling, focused on flow, visualizations, headlines, and using Branding Guidelines Provide and collaborate on support for the development of strategic data-driven frameworks, recommendations and marketing decisions as it relates to specific client projectsSupervisory Responsibilities:Direct Reports

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.

Travel up to 5%

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level: (Required) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience(Preferred) Master's Degree or equivalent experienceField of Study/Area of Experience: Marketing/Social Sciences, Psychology or Business or equivalent job-related experience

5-8 years proven success as a Category Manager, Data Science Analyst, Marketing / Business Operations Analyst, Retailer Loyalty Analyst, etc. working with retailers and clients that utilize data or systems to support marketing or agency activation programs or services

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Intellectually curious, eager to problem solve, and a quick learner Well-organized and strong attention to detail and accuracy Demonstrated ability to work with large data sets; appetite for numbers and analytics Equal balance of being inquisitive, curious and creative, visually articulate Deep experience with application of shopper panel data and geodemographic data sets Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team; a hunger for “winning together” Ability to confidently work with client, customer, and internal leadership Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize business requests Creativity…. with a passion for building visually compelling presentations Good communication – written and oral – skills and strong interpersonal skills Strong work ethic and desire to succeed (often with minimal supervision) Demonstrate forward-looking, strategic thinking ability Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, problem solve, and translate into action-oriented recommendations and directions. Ability to lead a client through a customer-driven, shopper-based strategic category plan. Microsoft Office experience: Mastery of Excel, Word, PowerPoint Syndicated Data experience: Mastery of IRI, Nielsen, and other relevant platforms preferred Understanding and application of principles and practices of Category Management (analysis of assortment, pricing, promotion, shelving, shopper) required Utilization of programming language: SQL, R, Python, etc. or related data systems / tools such as Google Analytics (Data Studio), Adobe Analytics, Tableau, etc. highly prefferedEnvironmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-CA-IrvinePrimary Posting Location : City IrvinePrimary Posting Location : State/Province CAPrimary Posting Location : Postal Code 92602Primary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID 2023-427312Position Type Full TimeCategory Professional: (IT, Finance, Legal, HR, Talent Acquisition, Administrative, Customer Service)Minimum USD $110,000.00/Yr.Maximum USD $120,000.00/Yr.