Manager, Merchandising Analytics

• Aggregating and analyzing data to support strategic decisions, predictions and accountabilities for Merchandising leadership and cross-functional teams
• Create efficient analytics, reporting, and dashboards that integrate into the organization’s assortment portfolio goals and initiatives
• Focus on achieving operational efficiencies and excellence by maintaining the SKU counts in alignment with the temperature/pick zone capacity, while maintaining KeHE’s innovative product differentiation
• Develop strong cross functional relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization (merchandising, supply chain, sales ops, IT, etc.) to drive improved collaboration, communication, and data infrastructure
• Continuously refine data processes and reporting methodologies to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and relevance
• Managing projects in support of new customer initiatives, outcome-oriented initiatives, new distribution center openings, and customer – DC migrations
• Other duties and projects as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in business, data science, analytics, or related field of study
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience within the food industry in Project Management and/or Data Management
• Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge
• Possess a sense of urgency and attention to accuracy and detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present findings and strategies to cross-functional teams and merchandising leadership
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and provide clear, actionable insights
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across multiple departments
• Highly credible, collaborative, and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player
• Capable of managing multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, and ability to prioritize projects
• Ability to travel for team meetings and off-site collaboration sessions as needed

SQL experience is a plus, but not required

• Benefits on Day 1
• Health/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
• Holiday pay for company designated holidays