Sales Analyst

To ensure the movement of sales is conducted in a operational manner.

JOB TITLE: Sales Analyst Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Sales Analyst to help us increase the effectiveness of our sales operations. In this role, you will collect and examine company data, fill dashboards and compare sales productivity with goals and help determine ways to improve sales. On a regular basis, you will also collaborate with sales managers to monitor performance of team members towards established targets. We will expect our Sales Analyst to present weekly reports to the sales team and management based on their analysis.

General Responsibilities:

• Compile and analyze data over time to forecast sales trends (units, #)
• Identify Sale patterns
• Communicate with management team regularly
• Present weekly reports to the sales department and managers
• Guide meetings with findings
• Prepare accurate reports using data from internal and external sources
• Evaluate third-party data to determine best practices for company success
• Present actionable information and insights to team members and management
• Gather and analyze data in order to understand problems and address them proactively
• Collaborate with team members and members of other departments

Key Performance Measures

• Strong knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software
• Advanced problem-solving and analysis skills
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• High level of organization and detail-orientation

• Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative
• Good attitude toward teamwork as well as the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize
• Excellent time management

Key Skills

• Leadership skills, Managerial skills and Focused.
• Team leader
• Negotiation skills, Compliant Resolution skills and Conflict Resolution skills.
• Knowledge of the selling process.
• Drive and determination to develop this job to its potential.
• Ability to command respect and credibility from customers and colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills-both verbal and written.
• Maturity and self-confidence, Ability to meet deadlines and Analytical skills.
• Able to use initiative and produce innovative ideas.
• Ability to ‘think on your own feet’ and capitalize on potential opportunities.
• Computer literate (Spreadsheet and word processing).

Qualifications for Sales Analyst

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, marketing or related
• 5+ years of experience analyzing complex data (sales preferred)
• Experience managing CRM or sales pipeline software
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel
• Strong mathematical skills