Analyst Relations Manager Jobs in Fall River, MA

Our Company:

Tactiq is a fast growing, innovative software solutions provider focusing on bridging the gap between retailers, manufacturers, and distributors. We use world-class technology to support both retailers and suppliers within the DSD industry by standardizing communications and streamlining invoicing. Tactiq is uniquely positioned to increase both operational efficiency and service quality, with a proven track record of driving sales growth and cost savings for our partners. 

Our People:

Our associates join Tactiq to learn, develop, and be part of an environment that rewards performance and innovation while providing opportunities to personally excel and grow.  We work closely as a team, respect each other as professionals, and move decisively on meeting the needs of our partners.  Honor and integrity are hallmarks of our team.

Position Purpose:

The Category Analyst will support category buyers at the corporate level in Woonsocket, RI with analysis, insights, and recommendations based on POS data to improve category and brand performance. This position will work directly with top level corporate and distribution management to establish benchmark reports and analysis to track and understand continuing business strategies and serve as a resource to the retail customer on behalf of the manufacturers/distributors. They will also provide distribution partners with sales analysis based on distributor provided sales data. Serve as a customer facing (retailer, manufacturer, distributor levels) field operator helping to  increase engagement through creation, communication, and leveraging of data/reporting.

What You'll Do: 

• Work both remotely and on-site with a major retail partner to maintain company relations, assist in retailer category management, and achieve desired sales/operational expectations.
• Responsible for category insights, analysis, dashboards, and support to the retailer with an emphasis on Food/Beverage/DSD products.
• Interface between company/employer, retailer, and distributor network to develop/maintain/enhance current and future business and revenue sources.
• Build and maintain ongoing rapport with key retailer/network distributor contacts.
• Organize and develop recurring analysis such as annual, year to date, quarterly, monthly, and weekly sales reports, including space/product rationalization analysis and zero scan reports.
• Interface with buyers/customer service support team and coordinate retailer, distributor, and consumer issues and resolutions.
• Assist retail partner in everyday operational tasks, including but not limited to, standardized and ad hoc reports, phone surveys, field support, correcting scan issues, interacting with distribution partners. 
• Schematic creation while using space/product rationalization.
• New item setup, item maintenance, promo/TPR set up, zone alignments, maintain/update item list and store list.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business preferred.
• Local to Woonsocket, RI and able to work in-office.
• Space planning experience required.
• Sales analyst experience in the retail or food/beverage industry is preferred.
• Previous retail experience, small format retail preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel reporting tools.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SQL; experience with Access preferred.
• MicroStrategy experience preferred
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring a sponsorship or transfer.

Skills & Competencies:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Ability to interpret and manipulate large sets of data.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to efficiently manage time and tasks without supervision.
• Leadership skills and ability to work with peers on group projects.

Benefits

At Tactiq, we believe in creating a work environment where everyone is welcome to be themselves. With a focus on diversity and inclusivity, individuals are able to contribute and bring their best selves to a winning team environment.

We invest heavily in the development of our people and provide opportunities and support for our team to invest back into causes they care about.

We offer an extensive employee benefits package because we know that our people and what they care about matter most. We deeply care and want our team to be taken care of.

If you're looking to work for a company that values authenticity, inclusivity, hard work, determination, and problem-solving, then we're the right fit for you!

Included benefits:

• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k plan with company match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (including time for volunteering) & Public Holidays
• Generous Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development opportunities
• Work From Home & Flexible work arrangements
• Wellness Resources

Tactiq is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.