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Senior Analyst, Sales Operations

Lactalis USA · Chicago, IL · 2 days ago
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain SAP list prices and pricing conditions, including updates related to new item setup, list price changes, compliance reviews, and new customer/vendor setup.
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of pricing data through established controls, audits, and quality assurance processes.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to manage pricing-related data changes and support end-to-end business process execution.
  • Monitor compliance with internal policies, customer requirements, and industry standards.
  • Analyze pricing and EDI transactional data to identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to investigate and resolve pricing and invoicing issues in a timely manner.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
  • Deliver insights and recommendations that improve data quality, process efficiency, and overall business performance.
  • Support system enhancements, testing activities, and documentation related to pricing and data management.

Budget Management

  • Support the annual planning process by creating and maintaining SAP internal orders for Trade Marketing and Category Management budgets.
  • Create, update, and manage purchase orders for vendors and customers in support of approved budget activities.
  • Process Trade Marketing costs and collaborate with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to ensure accurate financial transactions.
  • Monitor budget activity and assist with tracking, reporting, and reconciliation efforts.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline budget management processes and improve operational efficiency through continuous process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Data Analytics, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in commercial, sales, or business analytics, including experience working with SAP applications.
  • Proficiency with SAP and the Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
  • Familiarity with financial planning, budgeting, and purchase order processes preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, analyze, and interpret sales and business performance reports to support decision-making.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform complex data into meaningful insights and actionable business recommendations.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify trends, solve complex business problems, and make sound, data-driven decisions.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to connect data and business objectives to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Adaptable and agile, with the ability to manage changing priorities, adjust to evolving business needs, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to understand commercial challenges, evaluate business impacts, and recommend practical solutions.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills with a high level of attention to detail.

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