Sales Analyst

Summary

Lidl US is searching for the next Sales Analyst to join our team! The Sales Analyst supports and helps drive the development, planning, and coordination of projects, processes and solutions that support the store network in achieving its goals. This role analyzes data, performs critical research, identifies opportunities for KPI development, supports in preparing management decisions, develops and coordinates projects and communications to be implemented in the regional operational structure. This includes the standardization and simplification of sales operation processes, reporting, and implementation and coordination of new projects and concepts.

** This position reports to our headquarters in Arlington, VA on a hybrid 3-day schedule. **

What You’ll Do

Essential Functions

• Oversees and manages assigned project and/or departments data, ensuring it meets predetermined contractual or policy requirements
• Conduct data entry and data management for various department projects
• Assist with the development of training materials such as manuals, handbooks, presentations, diagrams, workflows, and project plans
• Support in national and international projects, producing business requirements, performing business system tests and technical improvements
• Promote the importance of best practices within the company by developing, coordinating and implementing store procedures and efficient practices into the regional sales operations
• Work with internal departments throughout the organization to ensure training and procedure content is accurate and up to date
• Implement technical support systems that ensure efficient working methods and communication flow within sales operations
• Develop and maintain automated weekly reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Analyze trends and anomalies in store KPIs to highlight underperforming areas or growth opportunities
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve performance and support implementation
• Support the store operations team with on-demand analysis
• Regularly review reporting processes and tools to identify automation opportunities, reduce manual work, and improve turnaround time
• Prepare concise, insight-rich summaries for senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities across stores and regions
  
  

What You’ll Need

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft or Google Suite and related software, especially google sheets and google pages
• Ability to work independently
  
  

Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3 years of experience in a related field 3
• In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel to stores
  
  

What You’ll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Medical | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match and 2 year vesting schedule)
  
  

And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updates

In addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave – 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.

Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.