Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in Worcester, MA

Position Summary:

The Tobacco Analyst is responsible for completing analytical and operational requests by Category Managers and Director. They will provide practical analyses and reports to help make informed decisions with the Tobacco Team. Results must be highly polished and suitable for internal and external presentation.

Responsibilities:

• Provide weekly reporting packages including Cigarette and OTP Category updates, new item growth synopsis, 1st Class reporting, Cigarette competitor pricing analysis, promotion analysis
• Provide weekly analysis on the Loyalty Alt ID transition and Scan Cards identifying areas of opportunity for operations
• Provide monthly support for PSO analysis and suggestions for change
• Identify areas of opportunity using IRI data
• Lead and manage operational analyses in the areas of cigarettes, other tobacco products, and other areas of the business as needed

Working Relationships: Accounts Payable Department, Accounts Receivable Department, Warehouse Personnel, Manufacturers, Suppliers, Sales Representative, and Brokers.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree with quantitative focus

Minimum Experience: Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office Programs Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) software, PDI, Smartsheets

Preferred Experience: Knowledge of inter-company functions, able to manage large Data Bases (1700 stores), communication skill Both internal and external at all levels

Licenses/Certifications: N/A

Soft Skills: Must be well organized and detail/process oriented. Must also possess strong communication skills, which include a pleasant and professional phone manner. Should be able to successfully work within a fast-paced environment.

Other: Physical n/a

Travel: seldom

Hours & Conditions: Office Environment