Retail Sales Analyst

Nintendo of America Inc. The worldwide leader and innovator in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its popular home and portable video game systems. Each year, hundreds of all-new titles for the best-selling Game Boy® Advance SP, Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo GameCube™ systems extend Nintendo's vast game library and continue the tradition of delivering a rich, diverse mix of quality video games for players of all ages. Since the release of its first home video game system in 1983, Nintendo has sold more than 2 billion video games and more than 360 million hardware units globally, creating enduring industry icons such as Mario™ and Donkey Kong® and launching popular culture franchise phenomena such as Metroid®, Zelda™ and Pokémon®. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, WA, serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Western Hemisphere.












Description of Duties
Analyzes retailer-specific data to assist NAM's/accounts in improving product flow, distribution and sales
Completes analysis and recommends solutions on projects as determined by supervisor
Partners with National Account Managers to develop and execute sales analysis utilizing retailer-specific software, market share data and promotional information
Provides support on weekly/monthly sales overviews for both specific accounts and the region/market
Monitors in-stock levels for key retailers, down to the store level where necessary, to ensure inventory levels are optimum to support sales
Assists Account Administrators for assigned accounts in the monitoring of forecast plans to ensure forecasts vs. sell-through are correct
Prepares reports to analyze sell-through trends for assigned accounts and maintains contact with accounts to stay current on market activity and sales trends







Summary of Requirements
Two to three years of related experience
Strong analytical skills
Understanding of spreadsheet and database applications (Excel and Word)
Ability to analyze business information/ environment
Understanding of market dynamics and ability to develop business recommendations based on market activity
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Proven ability to achieve results in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines
Retail Link expertise required
Partners -- On-Line experience a plus









Education
Undergraduate degree in business, marketing, or a related field or equivalent







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