Distribution Analyst
- Full-time
- Travel: 0-10
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Organization: Red Bull North America
- Job type: Permanent
Company Description
The main priorities for the Distribution Analyst (DA) will be providing Strategic Analysis, Standard Reports, Non-Distribution Support, and Communication Assistance for the Business Unit (BU), Senior Director of Distribution (DOD), and Distributor Partner Managers (DPMs).
Job Description
Strategic Analysis Business Planning
Annual Plans: Analyze preliminary revenue and budget data for SDOD approval
Active in Planning Cycle (roll-up, plan-to-actual gap analyses, progress reporting, etc.)
Distributor Partner (DP) Reporting Accuracy Validation (DP performance, live annual business plans, etc.)
Support BU/SDOD Forecasting
Distribution Cost Budget Analyses
Standard Reports and Processes
Invoicing Validation: Accomplishes steps the DPM goes thru currently to validate invoices
Invoicing: Directed to Distributor Partner for clean-up
Standard Reports “Innovator” (re: continuous improvement on standardized reporting e.g., “Chain Performance Tracker”)
On-going Measurement of Phase 1 DP Management Project Results
Canned Reports (defined by BU, DP management project, and team needs)
Execution Reporting for RBNA
SDOD BU Reporting (issues to cover, actions required)
SUPPORT of Other Functions
Headquarters
National Accounts
All other functions at BU (Regional Account Manager (RAM), Director of Marketing/ Key Account Managers/ On-Premise/Musketeers, etc.)
Manage Regional National Account Survey Process
Communication
Distributor Partner invoicing directly w/ DP finance departments
RBNA payment center
SDOD weekly updates, preparation for monthly sales meetings
DP Invoice Payables Aging and Problem Status
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, & EDUCATION (IF APPLICABLE) REQUIRED
2+ years experience in Analyst role within Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry
Experience in facilitating working relationships with finance leads at Distributor Partners
Highly skilled in Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to convert analytics into insights
Sales-orientation, understands sales drivers and connections between data and sales execution
Good Communication skills, highly organized
Understanding of core distribution roles and organization
Knowledge of retail landscape (local accounts, regional accounts, and National accounts)
Comfortable in a non-field role (e.g., 90% in Office)
Ability to work cross functionally with RBNA, Business Unit, and retailers
Ability to work comfortably with IT “techy by nature”
High-Level understanding of RBNA reporting technology and capabilities
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Fluent in English, additional language skills an advantage
Additional Information
This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa.
The base salary range for this position is $82,800 - $124,200 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.
Our current Benefits include:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)
Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.