Sales Analyst

Our client is a very successful company in the auto industry. As a result of exciting growth and industry partnerships, they have added a new position of Sales Analyst to the team. Reporting to the Vice President, the Sales Analyst is responsible for sales analytics and other data analytics for one of its largest customers. The Sales Analyst's duties involve examining and analyzing sales and claims data, creating and managing data dashboards, and utilizing data analytics to optimize business operations. To be considered for the role of Sales Analyst, you must have a University degree in Business combined with studies in Math or Data Analytics. An MBA or CPA is an asset. You must be able to sort and analyze complex data with an ability to understand what the numbers are saying. You must have strong business acumen combined with exceptional data analytics skills. You will be presenting data to the Senior Leadership Team within our client as well as to their client. You must therefore have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ideal candidate is able to convey the message and story behind the numbers to help drive business decisions in Canada. Responsibilities:- Analyzing and interpreting sales trends and metrics to identify areas of progression and regression- Creating and maintaining data dashboards using Power BI, acting as a power user and architect- Analyzing and interpreting claims data to identify key insights and trends- Utilizing data mining techniques to derive meaningful insights from vast data sets- Implementing variance analysis and providing explanations for identified variances- Investigating and identifying variances in financial metrics and KPI reporting- Assessing current reporting methods and suggesting new ways for improvement- Using data analytics and financial analytics to drive strategic decision-making- Examining changing competitive trends and their impact on sales- Managing budget processes and ensuring alignment with financial KPIs- Utilizing skills in analyzing trends to understand input and its impact on output.- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field, combined with strong knowledge/education in Data Analytics- A minimum of three years of experience in a Sales Analyst role or similar- Proficient in data mining techniques and data analysis- Extensive knowledge of budget processes- Ability to create interactive dashboards for sales reporting- Experience with claims data processing and analysis- Skilled in variance analysis, able to identify, analyze, investigate, and provide explanations for variances- Familiarity with key financial metrics and KPI reporting- Ability to analyze and interpret sales trends, including changing and competitive trends- Experience in financial and data analytics- Strong interpersonal and communication skills- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail- Advanced knowledge of Excel and other data analysis tools- Ability to work independently and as part of a teamRobert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.