Jr. Analyst

Position Summary

The Jr. Planner supports and collaborates with the strategy and development team with the collection of data and information for the preparation of case studies, brainstorms, and competitive and market audits. This position will utilize many industry and proprietary tools to gather and analyze information as part of day-to-day client projects, agency presentations, and agency reference tools.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Job Duty
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·       Explore, analyze, and utilize data information resources to uncover inputs for further analysis
·       Assist senior planning team with data and information collection and will identify and develop marketing solutions and selling stories
·       Extensively contribute to presentation content by running inquiries, collecting secondary information via several resource databases, online searches, and other resources to update projects that include brainstorm prep, competitive audits, and category reviews
·       Own the strategic planning team quarterly publications and information sharing for both internal and external use regarding trends in grocery, retail, product categories, and other topics related to shopper marketing
·       Stay abreast of trends in shopper marketing and share industry learning with agency, client(s), and external publications
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Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct Reports

- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

- This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements:

- Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level: (Required): High School Diploma or GEDor equivalent experience
(Preferred): Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business, Marketing, Communications or equivalent job-related experience
- 1year of experience in brand marketing, promotion agency, shopper marketing or consumer marketing
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Good interpersonal skills
Strong written communication and verbal communication skills
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Decision making skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
Basic skill level in running inquiries, internet searches, and present findings via syndicated data tools: P2P, Simmons, Kantar, TNS media, Markettrack

Environmental & Physical Requirements

ASM shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Additional Information Regarding ASM Job Duties and Job Descriptions:

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. ASM reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.