Business Analyst
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46278
About Our Company
For nearly 25 years, Lids has been the leading headwear and sports apparel retailer in North America, selling officially licensed product from professional sports leagues and headwear from today’s hottest athletic and fashion brands . We’ve done it through years of hard work, learning from our successes and failures, living at the intersection of fan and fashion, and staying true to our core values.
If you have a passion for sports, enjoy a fast-paced environment and ever-changing fashion trends, then perhaps this is the place for you. We’re always looking for our next big playmaker, so if you’re ready to lend your expertise to a like-minded company that’s exciting, fun and shares your passions, we want to hear from you.
General Position Summary
This position will work to create tools, reports, and process in order to improve replenishment practices and alignment with merchandising strategies to ensure the right product is at the right stores at the right time. Partner with the buying, merchandising analysts, planning, finance, marketing, and the distribution centers to help coordinate product flow operations within the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico business units.
A detail oriented, organized and hard-working professional who is comfortable managing numerous projects at a time is desired.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Work with stakeholders to develop new reports, tools, and processes
- Demonstrated abilities in learning new skills, change/variety in work and creativity, exhibit attention to detail with high degree of accuracy
- Uses rigorous logic and thoughtful thinking to effectively identify, address and resolve challenges
- Evaluate large amounts of data to identify trends and opportunities for additional reporting
- Refresh and distribute regular reporting
- Update data sources and maintain SQL tables
- Coordinate with team members to work in conjunction on larger projects
Job Required Knowledge & Skills
- Basic SQL coding experience
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Computer skills to include navigational ability in a networked environment and proficiency in Microsoft applications
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Job Required Knowledge & Skills
- Advanced SQL Coding Experience
- Python coding experience
- Power Bi Experience
- Excel VBA Coding
In Order to Be Successful in this Role
- Results-oriented, willingness to follow through, make informed decisions, complete tasks and problem solve
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and find creative solutions
Reports To
Sr. Manager of BI and Automation
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EEO Statement:
Hat World, Inc., Lids Holdings, Inc., dba Lids and subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. Hat World, Inc., prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on the individual's race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other protected characteristic or class protected by law. Hat World, Inc. provides reasonable accommodation for disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.
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Req ID: 13662
Location: Corporate Office
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis