National Accounts Operations Analyst
Crystal Clean · Hoffman Estates, IL · 4 wk ago
AccountingFull-time
About the role
The National Accounts Operations Analyst supports National Accounts and other administrative functions by providing analytical, operational, and customer support expertise.
Responsibilities
- Process Improvement & Operational Excellence:
- Document administrative processes and procedures across functional areas.
- Evaluate existing workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
- Implement process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to address evolving customer needs and operational requirements.
- Data Analysis & Reporting:
- Conduct pricing analysis and communicate pricing recommendations and updates to stakeholders.
- Review pricing files and customer data to identify discrepancies and prevent inaccurate information from being loaded into company systems.
- Generate ad hoc reports, perform audits, and analyze data to support business decision-making.
- Compile and maintain customer-related data for catalogs, rebate programs, business reviews, and pricing adjustments.
- Develop, automate, and maintain recurring operational and customer reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Aid in the development and maintenance of dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support operational visibility and business performance.
- Customer & National Account Support:
- Support the administration and ongoing management of assigned national accounts.
- Coordinate customer onboarding activities, ensuring required documentation is completed and systems access is established.
- Participate in customer onboarding meetings and provide ongoing support throughout implementation.
- Audit customer files and account records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company requirements.
- Manage customer and team inboxes, prioritizing inquiries and ensuring timely resolution.
- Collaborate with branch and field personnel to facilitate implementation of customized customer programs and service requirements.
- Assist with research and verification activities related to customer orders and order holds.
Requirements
- High School Diploma and at least 1 year of experience in sales support, customer operations, business operations, pricing analysis, reporting, or a related analytical role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, data analysis, and reporting functions.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, including development of customer-facing and executive-level presentations.
- Experience analyzing large datasets and identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation and professional business communication skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and business systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field and 1 year of experience in sales support, customer operations, business operations, pricing analysis, reporting, or a related analytical role.
- Experience working with National Accounts, strategic customers, or large customer programs.
- Experience with Oracle databases, including data extraction, reporting, and data manipulation.
- Experience creating dashboards and visual performance reporting.
- Familiarity with process mapping, workflow improvement, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience automating recurring reports and leveraging technology to improve efficiency.
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams in a customer-facing environment.
- Working knowledge of emerging technologies, including Generative AI and business productivity tools.