Job Posting **Overview** Generates data-driven insights and leads client’s thinking in how to action/profit from those insights. This role is intended to be deeply involved in the sales planning process. **Responsibilities** + Builds advanced analytics capabilities, e.g. regression analysis, experimental design, etc. + Provides leadership to the analyst teams and operational support to the Director and Management. Works with the Director to manage the development of strategic business plans for the group. + Enhances business operations through development of consultative insights and presentations directed towards generating increased sales. + Manages the use and application of syndicated and non-syndicated data resources. + Understands CROSSMARK capabilities/processes and able to recommend insights-based actions that generate incremental revenue for CROSSMARK. + Manages the development of a broad range of strategic business planning including, but not limited to, category management, space management, product evaluation, promotion planning and evaluation, trade funds evaluation, and resource allocation. + Develops and shares best practices. + Supports business operations to the sales effort through interaction and consultation with sales executives and other business partners. **Qualifications** _Education/Experience_ : Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree preferred. Three or more years of experience required, with industry experience preferred. Experience with a broad range of consultative and analytical techniques and concepts required. _Specific Skills_ : + Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft applications. Knowledge of other software applications as defined by need and assignment of position. + Working knowledge of syndicated data analysis tools. _Certificates, Licenses, Registrations_ : Certificates of Achievement from a recognized institution or organization for computer skills and appropriate disciplines of consultation are preferred. _Supervisory Responsibilities_ : Yes _Work environment_ : Office environment CROSSMARK is committed to providing accessible employment practices and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.