Senior Customer Sales Analyst – Advanced Data‑Driven Category Management & Strategic Growth Leadership for brighthush’s U.S. Consumer Goods Division

About brighthush

brighthush is a trailblazer in the consumer goods arena, redefining how food and beverage brands connect with modern shoppers. By fusing cutting‑edge data science, deep market insight, and an unwavering commitment to customer success, we create products that not only taste great but also resonate with consumers on a personal level. Our global footprint spans continents, yet our core values—innovation, collaboration, and empowerment—remain rooted in every team member’s daily work. At brighthush, we believe that the most impactful decisions are data‑driven, and that every insight has the potential to shape the future of the industry.

Why Join brighthush?

When you step into a role at brighthush, you’re not just filling a position—you’re becoming part of a dynamic ecosystem where analytical rigor meets strategic vision. We empower our people to make decisions that influence the market, and we reward that impact with:

• Competitive Compensation: A base salary that reflects your expertise, complemented by a performance‑based bonus structure that rewards tangible results.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, and dental coverage, along with financial wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
• Flexible Work Environment: Remote work options, flexible scheduling, and a focus on work‑life balance to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Continuous Learning: Access to data‑analytics bootcamps, leadership workshops, cross‑functional project rotations, and a dedicated learning budget.
• Diversity & Inclusion: A culture that celebrates diverse perspectives, promotes equity, and ensures every voice is heard and valued.

Position Overview

The Senior Customer Sales Analyst (CSA) is a strategic, high‑impact role that transforms raw data into actionable insights, driving top‑line growth for brighthush’s U.S. customer business teams. Leveraging category management principles, the CSA evaluates key sales levers—promotion, pricing, distribution, and assortment—to uncover new opportunities and optimize existing strategies. This role blends advanced analytical skills, business acumen, and storytelling prowess to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and shape the company’s growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Integration & Analysis: Consolidate syndicated, internal shipment, supply chain, and consumer data using advanced Excel functions (Power Query, XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH) and Power BI dashboards to create unified, high‑quality datasets.
• Insight Generation: Identify trends, anomalies, and growth opportunities across distribution, assortment, pricing, and promotion levers, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Strategic Recommendations: Develop evidence‑based recommendations that align with brighthush’s growth objectives and customer success metrics, ensuring each recommendation is actionable and measurable.
• Quarterly & Annual Reviews: Lead category reviews, presenting findings and action plans to senior leadership and customer business teams, and track the impact of implemented strategies.
• Storytelling & Communication: Craft compelling, data‑driven narratives that resonate with both analytical and non‑analytical audiences, using visual storytelling techniques to drive decision‑making.
• Process Improvement: Continuously refine data pipelines, reporting frameworks, and analytical methodologies to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with sales, marketing, supply chain, finance, and product teams to ensure insights are actionable and aligned with broader business goals.
• Training & Knowledge Transfer: Mentor junior analysts and conduct training sessions on data tools, analytical techniques, and category management best practices.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales analytics, category management, or a related field within the consumer goods sector.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power Query, PivotTables, advanced formulas) and Microsoft Power BI.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proven track record of deriving actionable insights from large, complex datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to senior stakeholders.
• Experience working within a Customer Business Team framework and collaborating across functional teams.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with statistical modeling, predictive analytics, or machine learning techniques applied to sales data.
• Proficiency in SQL or other database query languages to extract and manipulate data from enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of retail and distribution channel dynamics, including trade promotion management and category planning.
• Prior experience in a global consumer goods company with a focus on U.S. markets.
• Advanced certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate or similar.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to dissect complex problems, identify root causes, and propose data‑driven solutions.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of how pricing, promotion, assortment, and distribution impact revenue and margin.
• Communication: Skilled at translating technical findings into clear, persuasive stories for diverse audiences.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working cross‑functionally, building relationships, and influencing without direct authority.
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast‑changing environment, quickly learning new tools and processes.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

At brighthush, your career trajectory is designed to accelerate. As a Senior CSA, you’ll:

• Lead high‑impact projects that shape national strategy, positioning you for future leadership roles in analytics or category management.
• Participate in cross‑functional rotations, gaining exposure to sales, marketing, supply chain, and finance.
• Access a structured mentorship program, pairing you with senior leaders who guide your professional development.
• Benefit from a generous learning budget, covering conferences, certifications, and advanced analytics courses.
• Contribute to company‑wide initiatives, such as sustainability analytics or digital transformation projects, broadening your skill set.

Work Environment & Company Culture

brighthush fosters a culture where curiosity, collaboration, and innovation thrive. Our teams are distributed across the U.S., yet we maintain a strong sense of community through:

• Regular virtual town halls and cross‑team hackathons.
• Inclusive decision‑making processes that value every perspective.
• Transparent communication from leadership, ensuring you understand how your work drives company success.
• Flexible work arrangements that respect personal commitments while supporting professional goals.
• A commitment to sustainability, with initiatives that reduce waste, lower carbon footprints, and promote responsible sourcing.

Compensation & Benefits

While specific figures vary by role and experience, brighthush offers a competitive package that includes:

• Base salary commensurate with industry standards and your expertise.
• Performance‑based bonus structure tied to individual, team, and company metrics.
• Health, vision, and dental coverage, along with a 401(k) plan and matching contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements and a remote‑first policy.
• Employee wellness programs, including mental health resources and fitness stipends.
• Professional development budget and access to industry conferences.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career and join a forward‑thinking team that values data, creativity, and impact? Submit your application through our careers portal or click the link below to explore this opportunity further.

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Closing

At brighthush, we’re not just building products; we’re shaping the future of consumer goods. If you’re a data enthusiast with a passion for turning numbers into strategy, and you thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, we want to hear from you. Join us as a Senior Customer Sales Analyst and help us drive growth, innovation, and customer delight across the U.S. market.