Job Description :
Job Description

A Top 100 Internet Retailer, is the parent to 13 retail brands. We make it our mission to improve our

customers’ lives by providing the merchandise and services they need with the flexibility of paying over

time. Our smart, passionate, empowered employees drive our success, and we like rewarding people at

the top of their game. Our leadership is responsive and supportive – we take risks, learn from mistakes

and celebrate success as a team.



A day in the life at this client also includes casual dress, flexible work arrangements, a sweet employee

discount and time off for giving back to our communities. Join the team to make an impact, be inspired

and be valued, every day.



Overview

We are seeking a Marketing Analyst II - Forecasting and Planning to be located at our Eden Prairie office.

This position will report to the Director of Strategy, Forecasting and Planning and provide financial

support for critical decision making within the Northstar Marketing team. This includes forecasting

model development and management, sales and advertising analysis and performance reporting.  



Essential Job Functions

Financial Forecasting and Planning

Build and maintain financial forecasting models leveraging history and business strategies to

accurately predict future performance.

Analyze business results to identify key drivers and work with business owners to leverage

information for optimal business decisions.

Work with Marketing teams in building comprehensive annual plans as well as mid-year and

monthly forecasts for sales and advertising.

Collaborate with Creative and Print Services teams to forecast advertising and FP&A team to

analyze results and provide insight of future implications to Marketing leadership team.

Analysis and Reporting

Support planning process with key metric reporting to identify trends, risks and opportunities.

Develop and execute KPI reporting tailored to marketing initiatives coupled with rigorous

analysis and make recommendations to influence business decisions.

Conduct month end variance analysis for sales and advertising to reveal drivers behind our

financial results.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing or related field of study

2+ years of relevant experience within similar industries such as retail, direct marketing analytics

Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to manage projects and meet deadlines


Client : Confidential

             

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