Sales Analyst
Company Description
BIC® products are
recognized all over the world for their quality, safety, affordability and ease
of use. The ballpoint pen, the pocket lighter, and the shaver are all part of
the daily lives of millions of consumers. These products make BIC® an iconic
international brand, present in more than 4 million retail outlets in more than
160 countries around the world.
BIC’s founder, Marcel Bich, understood that to succeed, BIC needed hands-on team members who were willing to take measured risks and assume responsibility for their role in a team. Today, we provide our more than 15,000 team members in 61 countries with the opportunity to invent BIC’s future – together – while honoring our past achievements. We are committed to our team members’ development and empower those who wish to discover different areas of our business or acquire international experiences.
- Examine
weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sales reports to identify sales
patterns and areas for improvement, comparing actual sales data to revenue
projections and expectations
- Assess
market data, including competitors, to identify areas where BIC can
leverage for stronger business performance
- Use
historical sales data and market trends to develop forecasts and
projections
- Develop
reports showing expected sales and the potential effects of new strategies
to aid in decision-making
- Work
closely with marketing, sales, management, and other stakeholders to
develop forecasts and examine the potential revenue effects of various
proposals
- Regularly
prepare reports and presentations for executives and other company leaders
including reports on market performance, competitor research, and general
sales trends
- Present
actionable information and insights to team members and management
- Contribute
to the development of sales plans and objectives
- Be
the liaison person between various departments such as Marketing, Sales,
Finance etc. by providing varied business reports to aid related business
decisions
- Work
closely with the Uganda, Tanzania, and Ethiopia Implants to analyze
business data in their various markets
- Be
in contact with the Sales Managers of the various BIC East Africa Limited
distributors to support them in data analysis
- Bachelor’s
degree in business administration, finance, marketing, sales, or a related
bachelor’s degree from a reputable institution of higher learning
- Minimum
3-5 years of experience as a Sales Analyst or a similar role
- Data
analysis – ability to assess data sets and identify patterns and
opportunities for improvement
- Strong
presentation skills – ability to present findings, along with forecasts
and projections, to executives and management personnel
- Communication
skills – excellent written and verbal communication to work with
departments and personnel across teams and business lines
- Team
coordination – ability to coordinate team activities and have strong
leadership skills
- Financial
forecasting – effective projection and forecasting skills to guide investment
and help BIC better utilize cash and personnel
- Strong
knowledge of word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word), Microsoft Excel,
spreadsheet, database management and related software, presentation
software etc.
- Advanced
problem solving and analytical skills
- High
level of organization and detail-orientation
- Ability
to complete complex and high-pressure tasks
- Ability
to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
- General
understanding of relevant legislation governing the use of data within the
scope of operation
How to Apply
BIC is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. We strongly commit to hiring people with different
backgrounds and experiences to help us build better products, make better
decisions, and better serve our customers. We do not discriminate
based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation,
veteran status, disability status,
or similar characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of
qualifications, merit, and business need.
