Sales Analyst

Purpose and Scope:

The Sales Analyst leads the budgeting and forecasting process for revenue for Tru Vue. This person works closely with the Sales and Finance VPs as well as the President of the segment to establish revenue projections. As a result, this analyst receives good visibility from senior management. The analyst reports on business trends periodically as well as performs ad hoc analysis when needed.

Expected Outcomes/Job Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead the sales budgeting and forecasting process as mentioned above.
• Track revenues vs. budget and forecast and analyze fluctuations.
• Prepare, review, and distribute monthly sales report and analysis package.
• Perform analysis on products and customers, make recommendations for improvements.
• Streamline existing processes to enable more time for value added analysis.
• Establish dashboard for all reports that are easily accessible.
• Build Excel models for analytical purposes
• Develop, maintain and distribute ad-hoc reports and financial models as needed.

The above responsibilities represent the major tasks assigned to an employee of this job title. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks. Therefore, on occasion, employees may perform other related tasks.

Education and Experience: (minimum requirements)

• B.S. degree or equivalent required, concentration in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Market Research, Statistics, or Mathematics
• 1-3 years of experience with reporting and financial analysis
• Strong analytical ability with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office emphasis on Excel
• Skill with forecasting revenue and expenses (trend analysis)
• Ability to translate complex verbal requests for information into meaningful data analysis
• Ability to condense large data sets into succinct summary report
• SAP experience preferred but not necessary
• Knowledge of programming language a plus
• Strong project coordination skills
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to work and lead in a cross-functional team environment

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job is primarily performed in an office environment but will be flexible with working from home occasionally.

Communication Expectations:

The position routinely requires verbal and written communication in English in order to complete the daily business requirements. Verbal communications include, but are not limited to: team meetings to discuss daily department requirements, work instructions to team members, presentations to management or customers, project meetings with peers and management, communications with peers and management, and safety instructions and training. Written communications include, but are not limited to: department paperwork, projects updates, safety walkthroughs, purchase orders, continuous improvement projects, and communications with peers, customers, and management.

Job Location: McCook, IL with occasional work from home options

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.