Sales Analyst - Richmond Hill ON

Affinity Group Canada is a well established successful and growing company that prides itself on being one of the premier food brokers in Canada.  Since 1989, our success has been driven by the number of industry leading food manufacturers that we represent.  We pride ourselves on having a dedicated sales team, strong customer service orientation, extensive product knowledge and a professional, challenging and rewarding work environment. We are located in Richmond Hill, Ontario.  This is a full-time in office role. SUMMARY : The Affinity Group Sales Analyst is responsible for providing analytic support/assistance to the development and/or enhancement of business planning and reporting; maintaining tracking systems and tools for the Affinity Group team. Duties and Responsibilities:   Present sales results and variances to Senior Management team Support sales team by collecting & conducting information analysis for the markets Evaluate and identify trends in sales by analyzing industry. Provide recommendations and strategies to drive sales performance Analyze and monitor business performance by Client, Brand and Products Provide volume data and key insights for Customer & Client presentations (business reviews) Create PowerPoint presentations for sales teams to present to customers Other duties as assigned The successful candidates must possess the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: College or Bachelor's Degree from a recognized post secondary institution or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience in the food and/or CPG industries an asset Working knowledge of Power BI Advanced skills in both Excel and PPT Strong English both verbal and written communication and presentation skills Demonstrates expertise in data management and ability to garner insights from multiple data sources and provide strong business recommendations Strong analytical and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Ability to apply critical thinking to deliver business results Professional appearance Ability to work independently and well as part of a team We offer a competitive wage, and group benefit package.   The Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Powered by JazzHR