Sales Analyst II

Company: American Red Cross
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: May 18, 2023

Job Description:

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?**** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!Job Description:WHY CHOOSE US?As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!We are currently seeking a Full-Time -Sales Analyst II. This is a work from home position. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Reports to the Director, Sales Metrics Planning & Analytics, the Sales Analyst is primarily responsible for supporting territory, account, and key performance metrics for business-to-business sales teams within Training Services. S/he will be responsible for preparing, analyzing and reporting results on large data sets extracted from a variety of sources including Salesforce.com. The Analyst will develop methods and strategies for assessing and reporting sales-related data in an on-going effort to increase overall productivity. Under limited supervision, provide quantitative and qualitative analysis and decision support for business operations, planning and development, and program/project activities covering areas such as business development, human resources, finance, risk, administration, budget management, business information systems, logistics and contracts. Assist with determining requirements and translating them into organizational plans. Typically develop information on budget status, workforce level, equipment availability, and other business unit capabilities. May perform certain operational activities on behalf of business unit. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations.WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):

• Develops data analysis frameworks that will support daily/weekly/monthly operational reporting and executive dashboards.
• Supports annual account mapping and quota setting.
• Responsible for accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual sales productivity reporting and analysis.
• Acts as a main point of contact to both line sales and leadership for standardized and custom reports related to sales results. Identifies data requirements for specific project or report requests. Includes identifying data mapping and definitions required to fulfill requests.
• Develops and maintains sales forecasts reports. Supports business decisions by tracking past sales data and forecasting on sales trends.
• Conducts standardized and custom client segmentation analyses for all sales channels
• Works with internal partners (such as Finance & Senior Leadership teams) to apply sales data to organizational development.
• Collaborates with other functional areas (such as Marketing, Product, Service Delivery and IT) to ensure all business analysis and data reporting requests are fulfilled.Provide program planning support through data analyses. Analyze possible solutions using established policies and procedures. Conduct research, business plan analyses and feasibility studies. Identify trends and develop recommendations for issues of moderate complexity.1. May provide support for projects and operations including, but not limited to, analysis, reporting, market research, budget forecasting and scheduling.2. May conduct risk, resource, cost-benefit, variance, impact and/or other analyses of moderate complexity. May develop metrics for, and monitor performance of business unit, organization, initiatives, program/project, and/or business operations.3. May develop modeling and reporting tools or other systems for monitoring and analyzing performance or data integrity.4. May coordinate certain operational support activities on behalf of business unit such as business development, human resources, administration, budget management, business information systems, logistics and contracts.----------------------Scope:Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Apply subject matter knowledge. Capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge.----------------------*Standard Schedule- 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday, *Pay Information: The salary range for this position is $55,700-$61,290. Note that the American Red Cross sets salary ranges aligned to a specific geographic location in which the work is performed. The stated salary range in this posting is an average. The specific salary information will be shared at the time of phone screening based upon your location and qualifications.WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Experience with Salesforce, Power BI, and Alteryx is a plus.Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree required, and minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Management Experience: N/A. Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum years combined.
  • Related experience includes analytical or operational roles in finance, analytics, operations, or salesSkills & Abilities:
    • Ability to build & maintain complex models & databases that perform analyses, organize data, and create reports from various sources
    • Experienced in analyzing business metrics and presenting findings to senior leadership
    • Ability to coordinate and manage simultaneous requests of varying size, scope, and priority
    • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
    • Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to capture and document business and reporting requirements from multiple sources.
    • Expert knowledge of Excel (vlookups and pivot tables/charts a must), Word, and PowerPoint & Salesforce.com. SQL, Alteryx, or Access experience a plusTravel:
      • May travel and participate in meetings and conferences. Ability to travel 10%Physical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.BENEFITS FOR YOU:We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.* Medical, Dental Vision plans* Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts* PTO + Holidays* 401K with 4% match* Paid Family Leave* Employee Assistance* Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term* Service Awards and recognitionApply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
        
        Interested in Volunteering?Life's emergencies don't stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.Visit to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here:

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