Pricing Intelligence Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Merchandising Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting the merchandising team by providing in-depth data analysis, insights, and recommendations that drive strategic decision-making. This role involves analyzing sales data, market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to optimize product assortment, pricing, promotions, and inventory management. The Analyst works closely with Merchandisers, Buyers, and other cross-functional teams to maximize sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into merchandising performance.

• Conduct in-depth analysis of sales data, market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to identify opportunities and challenges.

• Provide data-driven recommendations for product assortment optimization, pricing strategies, promotional campaigns, and inventory management.

• Develop and maintain forecasting models to predict future demand and optimize inventory levels.

• Monitor inventory levels and assist with inventory control processes.

• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to gather product information and samples.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

• Manage budgets and resources effectively to maximize ROI on merchandising activities.

• Oversee and mentor merchandising team members, providing guidance and performance feedback.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including advanced formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data analysis tools).

• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI, R, Python).

• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and methodologies.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Solid understanding of merchandising principles and practices.

• Experience with retail or e-commerce platforms is a plus.

• Knowledge of database management is a plus.

Certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Experience

2+ years of experience

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations will be taken where necessary

Travel Requirements

0-25%

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

Company Overview

Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more.

With over 57,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion USD.

Sysco, one of Canada's Best Employers 2022, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations.

Sysco is more than just a place to work. Our passion for food and our customers has made us the industry leader. To remain on top, we will continue to think bigger, work harder and never give up. Are you ready to drive success?

For more information, visit or follow us @SyscoCanada at ; or

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Here's a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Optional Insurance
• Parental Leave Plan
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP & TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Maple Virtual Care
• Unlimited on-line learning
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

Company Overview Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more. With over 57,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion USD. Sysco, one of Canada's Best Employers 2022, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Sysco is more than just a place to work. Our passion for food and our customers has made us the industry leader. To remain on top, we will continue to think bigger, work harder and never give up. Are you ready to drive success? For more information, visit or follow us @SyscoCanada at ; or Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain Here's a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy: Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Optional Insurance
• Parental Leave Plan
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP & TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Maple Virtual Care
• Unlimited on-line learning
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Associate Resource Groups (*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.

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