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Lucky Fibres Limited started out making Nobel Carpets and rugs but pivoted into premium hair extensions by introducing Lush Hair in 2017. Since then, Lush Hair has become Increasingly Popular with consumers for its high quality and trendy styles. Lush Hair Africa is a renowned brand in the beauty industry, committed to offering premium-quality hair products across Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Analyst
Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Cosmetics / Beauty Products

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a Sales Analyst to join our team and play a critical role in enhancing sales performance and strategic decision-making through advanced data analysis.
  • The Sales Analyst will be responsible for analyzing sales data and trends, generating detailed reports, and providing strategic insights to optimize sales operations across the country.
  • This role involves working closely with the sales leadership team to ensure that business decisions are informed by accurate and timely sales data.

Key Responsibilities
Sales Data Analysis:

  • Analyze national sales data to identify key trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards to track sales performance against targets and KPIs.
  • Provide real-time data insights to the sales team and management for decision-making.
  • Conduct in-depth market and competitor data analysis to support sales strategies.

Reporting & Forecasting:

  • Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales reports for senior management.
  • Assist in developing sales forecasts and setting performance benchmarks for the sales team.
  • Present data findings and recommendations in a clear and actionable format.
  • Automate report generation processes to improve efficiency.

Performance Monitoring:

  • Track individual and team sales performance, comparing actual results against targets.
  • Collaborate with sales managers to identify performance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
  • Analyze the effectiveness of promotions, discounts, and other sales initiatives.

Collaboration:

  • Support cross-functional teams by providing relevant sales insights for product launches, promotional campaigns, and market expansions.
  • Assist in the implementation and optimization of sales force automation tools

Key Requirements
Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.

Experience:

  • 4+ years of experience as a Sales Analyst, Business Analyst, or in a similar analytical role.
  • Proven experience in managing large datasets and creating meaningful sales reports.
  • Experience in the FMCG or cosmetics industry is a plus.

Skills:

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills* are required, including the use of pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and data modeling.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
  • Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Knowledge of the cosmetics or FMCG industry is a plus.
  • Strong proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and CRM platforms.
  • Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.

Other Requirements:

  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of statistical software is an added advantage.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 20th September, 2024.