About the company 

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants.

Placing a premium on adaptability, safety and family well-being, our work model, Presence with a Purpose, offers a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are empowered to make decisions best for them. 

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What you will be doing

Our National Category team is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on innovation and building culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength, deep roots in the communities we serve, and a team that has passion for food and delivering great service.

We are looking for a National Category Financial Analyst who is passionate about leveraging data to not only achieve strategic goals but also to evaluate trends, patterns and results to predict and prescribe next steps to meet our customers’ needs. You'll inspire fellow analysts and our senior leaders alike with a vision of the future for the categories you are managing. You'll collaborate with your peers and cross-functional teams to achieve a new vision for what reporting and data analytics can do in driving positive results for our company.

The position will be based in Boise, Idaho, or one of our main regional or corporate offices (Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Pleasanton CA, Denver CO, Dallas TX, Chicago, IL, Fullerton, CA, or Phoenix, AZ). 

Main responsibilities

The core of our business is how we can best provide an easy, exciting and friendly shopping experience for our customers. Which is as much about the experience a customer has in our stores in finding the products they want while also discovering new ones. As a National Category Financial Analyst, you will play a crucial role throughout the product lifecycle -- from assessment and assortment to merchandising, pricing, and promotion, culminating in the results that drive you to look for the next iteration.

Once onboard you will: Analyze company-wide sales and marketing information for assigned categories, envision the next steps for that category based on the data, and inform our buying, sales and marketing teams to assist them in driving sales goals.

Analyze, interpret and provide insights/conclusions on large amounts of transaction and customer/shopper data globally and by marketing area, to communicate impactful recommendations to business leaders Creatively articulate the insights behind the data and help our team iterate category futures Manage cross-functional stakeholder needs both effectively and sensitively Own seasonal reporting related tasks including building and launching sell through and seasonal performance reports for all assigned categories

The salary range is $62,700 to $81,000 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation pay/Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually) bereavement pay and retirement benefits (such as 401(k) eligibility.

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What we are searching for 

4-year college degree or equivalent grocery industry experience required. 2 years general retail experience a plus. Financial, Accounting, or Economics degree is a plus 1-3 years' experience working with shopper-generated or household/transaction-level data Passion for Data and Financial Analytics Strong Financial Acumen, ability to work with and understand large volumes of financial data. Understanding of P&L and vendor funding is a plus Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced level on Excel and Power Point Intermediate to advanced level expertise using business analytics software. QMF, and Power BI preferred Basic understanding of computer programming language such as Python and SQL a plus General knowledge of segmentation models and an ability to synthesize and summarize large amounts of information clearly and concisely High degree of initiative with strong planning skills; must be able to work independently and be a team player Strong attention to detail and an ability to solve complex problems Some travel may be required, up to 10%

What is it like at Albertsons? 

Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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