Merchandising Financial Analyst

Job ID: 7439 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytically strong Financial Merchandising Analyst to translate financial targets and merchandising strategies into actionable sales plans for our direct retail and online channels. This role is pivotal in supporting inventory flow, category and channel-specific assortment execution, and in-season adjustments. The ideal candidate thrives on data, enjoys cross-functional collaboration, and is passionate about driving business results through financial insight and merchandising excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

FINANCIAL TO EXECUTION TRANSLATION:

1. Translate seasonal financial plans and assortment strategies into detailed sales plans at the category and channel level for stores and eCommerce
2. Collaborate with Planning and Allocation teams to ensure inventory levels and flow align with category and channel merchandising goals
3. Support go-to-market readiness by providing clear, actionable item-level direction tailored for owned channels by category and channel
4. Monitor and analyze in-season performance at the category and channel level to identify risks and opportunities for course correction

DATA & PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS:

1. Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using SAP, Oracle, and Power BI to track KPIs, sales trends, and inventory health across categories and channels
2. Provide advanced Excel modeling and analysis to support sales forecasting, margin optimization, and promotional effectiveness by category and channel
3. Prepare and present data-driven insights to cross-functional teams to influence merchandising decisions specific to category and channel dynamics

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL PARTNERSHIP:

1. Serve as a key liaison between Finance, Planning, and Allocation teams to ensure alignment of financial targets and inventory strategies at the category and channel level
2. Collaborate with Merchandising, Retail, and Ecommerce to drive cohesive execution of sales plans and optimize category and channel performance

Key Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Merchandising, or related field
2. 2–5 years of experience in merchandising analytics, retail planning, or financial analysis, preferably within specialty retail
3. Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, modeling) is a must
4. Hands-on experience with SAP, Oracle, and Power BI is required
5. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable plans
6. Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams
7. Detail-oriented and highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why You Should Apply:

1. Strategic Influence: Play a critical role in connecting financial targets with merchandising execution to drive profitable growth
2. Collaborative Environment: Partner closely with Finance, Planning, Allocation, and Merchandising teams to shape channel strategies
3. Growth Opportunity: Expand your expertise in advanced analytics and retail merchandising within a dynamic and supportive culture
4. Cutting-Edge Tools: Utilize leading platforms like SAP, Oracle, and Power BI to inform decision-making and optimize performance
5. Impactful Work: Your insights and plans will directly influence store and online assortment execution, contributing to overall business success

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.