Job Description

The primary role of the Advanced Analytics Consultant in our Price & Promotion Practice Area is to build deliverables for assigned solution area(s), and effectively activate clients through our insights and solutions. Associates will primarily focus on one solution, Revenue Management and Optimization/Revenue Growth Management 

He/she will be responsible for all aspects of the analysis including conducting analysis of results, simulating client plans, creating deliverable materials, and supporting presentation/training/tool delivery. This position is off-site and involves some, but not much, travel 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and lead client teams through designing, executing and presenting analytic studies to meet clients’ research objectives 
• Ensure pro-active insights and action-oriented solutions are delivered to the team by being an expert in your practice area(s) with an ability to explain methodology behind all key analytical consulting in respective area to client 
• Manage timelines and priorities both internally and externally, sometimes consisting of moving targets and conflicting deadlines 
• Creatively find ways to enhance the capabilities of our Advanced Analytics team, whether that might be through process improvement, best practices, consulting skills or cross-functional initiatives 

Qualifications

General Skills 

• Expertise in Manufacturer Sales functions (RGM/Revenue Growth Management, RMO, Category Management, Key Account Analytics, Headquarters Sales, etc.)  
• Strong logic, deductive reasoning, problem solving and critical thinking skills              
• Skilled & polished communicator, including group presentations 
• Demonstrated mastery in data analysis & application to client business issues                
• Demonstrated strength in maintaining positive client relationships in complex situations & resolving client issues                                                                                
• Strong project management skills 
• Able to work collaboratively with internal & external teams 
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability to drive client outcomes 
• CPG industry knowledge, experience and acumen 
• Will interface with client Sales leaders (Directors, Managers, Account Leads, etc.) 

 Background and Technical Skills 

• Bachelor's degree required 
• MBA or advanced/analytics degree preferred 
• 4-8 years of relevant experience in Market Research, Consumer Packaged Goods, Consulting or Analytics    
• Strong analytic background         
• Strong Marketing/Research background  

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