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Job Summary
The Analyst, Merchandise Testing will oversee the administration of the merchandising department's testing and analytics program, SOAR. This involves partnering with merchandising and manufacturers to evaluate and validate products and merchandising concepts in select store environments. The role requires organizing implementations, compiling and sharing weekly results, and collaborating with category and space planning teams to develop recommendations for ongoing or concluding tests.
Additionally, the role includes managing our third-party store reset relationship, conducting detailed analyses on display placements and financial forecasts, and performing ad hoc analytical and financial tasks as required.
The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in observance of Rite Aid's brand and strategy and adhere to our core values and service attributes.
Responsibilities
Administer Merchandising department testing and analytics program (SOAR), partner with merchandising and manufacturers to evaluate and prove out products and merchandising concepts in a limited store environment. Organize the day-to-day implementation, compile and share weekly results, work the categories, and space planning teams on the go forward plan and/or sunsetting of the test.
Third party reset partner relationship management, planning, communications. Drive program utilization and the report out status of open projects for the Manager, Merchandising Presentation to share out with the Merchandising team.
Incremental placement plan (displays) monthly verification & analysis. Create reporting for pre-post IPP financial forecasts to actuals for the Director, Merchandise Execution to inform the Merchandising Leadership team.
Analytical, financial analysis as needed. Leverage a suite of analytics tools such as Microsoft Excel, Tableau, and others to conduct analysis on vendor performance data to identify sales growth, margin improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
Complete Fixture Order Process to create, communicate and compile the cosmetic fixture order in partnership with store operations.
Develop knowledge of Relex, the assignment process and inventory investment process to function as backup.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Education Level
Area of Specialization (Marketing, Finance, Pharmacy, Engineering/IT, etc)
Required or Preferred
Associate Degree
Required
Bachelor Degree
Preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required or Preferred
Proficiency with the Microsoft® Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
Required
Experience working to find data resources, consolidation of data and analysis to determine insights
Required
Experience in financial verification and analysis
Required
WORK EXPERIENCE
Experience
Areas of Experience (Pharmacy, Compliance, E-commerce, Retail, etc)
Required or Preferred
3 years of experience in
Required
3 years of experience in
Required
3 years of experience in
Excel
Required
The typical starting pay range for this position is between $25.00 - $31.35 hourly, although wages can vary based on experience and geography.
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Fair Chance Act
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we identify a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
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Indiana Applicants:
It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
Maryland Applicants:
Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
Massachusetts Applicants:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Drug-Free Workplace Policy
Note to All Applicants Regarding Rite Aid’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy: Rite Aid maintains a strict policy prohibiting illegal drug activity and using, being under the influence of, or possessing illegal drugs and/or alcohol during the Work Day as well as on Company Property as defined in Rite Aid’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Rite Aid conducts post-offer pre-employment drug testing of all job candidates. Additionally, the Company conducts drug and/or alcohol testing in certain pre-promotion, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident scenarios along with drug loss investigations unless expressly prohibited by law. You have the right to refuse to submit to testing; however, a refusal to submit to a test when asked will result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment or termination of employment. All records relating to drug tests shall be kept confidential. A copy of the policy is available from hiring management upon request.
Applicant Statement
I certify that the above statements are true and complete. I understand that the making of false statements or omitting information in this Application or in any resume or other materials submitted in connection with this application will be grounds for disqualification from employment or immediate discharge upon discovery thereof. I further understand that unless specifically altered by a written employment contract, executed by an officer of the Company, my employment will be terminable at will, either by myself or Rite Aid, at any time, with or without cause and with or without prior notice. I authorize Rite Aid to verify all education, training and professional licensure/certifications claimed by me and to secure from my former employers and references information concerning my professional accomplishments, salary, work characteristics, ability and reasons for leaving. Every conditional offer of employment with Rite Aid is subject to a criminal background check to determine his or her suitability for the position. Applicants will be required to sign an authorization to perform a criminal background check only if the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment and I understand that I will be required to submit to a drug test in accordance with Rite Aid policy. In compliance with the federal Immigration Reform and Control Act, I certify that, if hired, I will provide, within three (3) business days from the date my employment begins, proof of my identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.
EEO Statement
Rite Aid is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment where individual differences are appreciated and respected. It is our policy, through responsible management, to recruit, hire, train, and promote associates regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other basis protected by state or federal law. The objective of this policy is to ensure conformity with the principles of equal opportunity employment when making employment decisions and administering compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs. Rite Aid prohibits unlawful retaliation against any person who reports harassment or discrimination.
