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Job Description
Applegreen seeks a Trading Analyst to drive commercial success in the Republic of Ireland, with a focus on data analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning.
Established in 1992, Applegreen is a leading convenience retailer with over €3 BN in annual revenue and 600 Motorway Service Plazas and forecourt sites internationally.
The Trading Analyst will play a crucial role in driving the success of the Commercial team, working closely with the Senior Trading Analyst and other departments to achieve exceptional results.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a natural leader who can inspire and motivate their team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assume full responsibility for the production and preparation of weekly reports, adhering to strict timelines.
- Support and manage the forecast and distribution of products to our stores, allocating stock where required.
- Collaborate and provide support with the Trading team on analytics requirements.
- Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships both internally and externally.
- Conduct data analysis on trading activity and pricing strategies.
- Implement change, introduce processes, and drive efficiencies within the department.
- Stay informed on market and industry trends through competitor analysis.
- Support in developing strategic plans at both product and category levels.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2+ years as a trading Analyst/Merchandise Planner/Stock allocator in a similar role.
- High proficiency in all Microsoft Office software, including Excel, PPT.
- Proficiency in using Excel to manipulate and analyze large sets of data.
- Power BI or equivalent beneficial.
- SAP experience advantageous.
- Experience within a convenience FMCG retail environment also advantageous.
Additional key skills and attributes:
- Understanding of the FMCG industry, market dynamics, and consumer behaviour.
- Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers.
- Problem-solving skills: ability to think creatively and strategically.
- Attention to detail: meticulous and thorough in analysing data.
- Time management: ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently.
- Team player: collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Adaptability: flexible and open to new ideas and ways of working.
- Proactive mindset: taking initiative to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Project management skills.