Sales Analyst

LaSalle Network is hiring on behalf of a leading consumer goods organization seeking a data-driven professional to support major retail accounts and sales initiatives.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly analytical individual who enjoys transforming data into actionable insights, partnering with sales teams, and influencing business decisions in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales, POS, and retail performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and business insights.
• Support sales teams with reporting, forecasting, and strategic recommendations.
• Develop and maintain sales analytics tools, dashboards, and presentations to support customer conversations.
• Translate complex data into clear recommendations for internal teams and external retail partners.
• Partner with sales, marketing, and cross-functional teams to support account strategies and business initiatives.
• Analyze promotional performance and provide insights to improve future planning.
• Utilize tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and syndicated data platforms to support decision-making.
• Monitor account performance and identify opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Prepare customer-facing presentations and materials for meetings, reviews, and business updates.
• Support ongoing sales planning initiatives in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in sales analytics, sales planning, or a related analytical role.
• Experience supporting retail or consumer packaged goods (CPG) accounts preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and identify actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Power BI, Circana, SAP, promotional analysis, or syndicated data is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence non-technical stakeholders.
• Curious, proactive, and collaborative mindset with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work onsite Tuesday–Thursday in Northbrook, IL.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits.
• Occasional travel opportunities for customer meetings and industry events.

Pay

$75,000–$85,000 base salary.

Schedule

Hybrid (onsite Tuesday–Thursday in Northbrook, IL).