We are looking for Operations Analysts to join our growing team! These roles serve as a key player in supporting the operations and sales initiatives of the company. These positions are responsible for daily client management ensuring accuracy of purchase orders, shipping time, help analyze forecasting, sales, and overall performance. There are opportunities available with our eCommerce team and our Rep team.

About us:

Get ready for the next step in your career with Powerplay Retail! We're not just another retail agency; we're a dynamic team of retail and ecommerce experts that thrives on innovation and operates with an unstoppable growth mindset!

At Powerplay Retail, we're not about gimmicks or crazy stunts; we're all about slashing time-to-market, expanding sales channels, and accelerating brand growth. Picture this: a team with a combined 250 years of experience connecting the most innovative brands with the biggest online and in-store retailers. Yep, that's us!

And guess what? We're not stopping there. We're diving headfirst into all realms of retail and ecommerce, including the powerhouses like Amazon, TikTok Shop, Target+, Walmart Marketplace and beyond!

But here's the real deal - we're not your typical office with sterile vibes. We're a bunch of real people who LOVE what we do and take immense pride in our work. Job titles don’t define us because, hey, everyone's got unique experience and fantastic ideas, no matter where they're from or what department they're in.

What makes us stand out? We're not just talkers; we're DOERS. Our business was built on riding the winds of change, adapting to industry demands, and meeting our clients' needs head-on. Challenges? Bring them on! We embrace the new, and we're not afraid to tackle anything that comes our way.

So, if you're ready to be part of a team that's all about making an IMMEDIATE impact for the world's best brands in retail and ecommerce, look no further. Powerplay Retail is not just a company; it's a lifestyle! Join us as we tackle the retail industry, where your ideas matter, and your energy fuels our success.

Who you are:

You are organized, have exceptional time management skills, are proactive and enjoy a fast-paced work environment helping multiple departments. You are technologically savvy and are able to work in multiple platforms while analyzing data. You have a go-getter attitude and want to work with a company that gets stuff done!

Primary responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients and operations teams to create accurate forecasting and inventory management
• Management of promotional activity for assigned accounts including implementation, analysis, and budget spend
• Prepare and analyze business sales results, identify trends and actionable insights
• Communicate daily updates and day to day business needs to internal and external team members
• Build strong relationships with retail partners to successfully communicate business needs
• Effectively diagnose issues on marketplace platforms and take appropriate action to solve
• Analyze advertising spend, trend and sales reporting for assigned brands
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• At least two years of experience in Retail, eCommerce or related industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Merchandising, Business Management or related field, preferred
• Experience with Marketplace platforms (ex. Amazon, Target or Walmart), preferred
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Analytical skills and ability to think critically
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn various internal and external retail partner systems
• Business proficiency with Microsoft Suite, strong with Excel
• Hybrid environment out of our corporate office in Mendota Heights, MN (4 days per week in office)

What we offer:

We provide competitive salaries and benefits to make sure you and your families are taken care of. This includes:

• 401k with a non-elective 3% contribution from Powerplay
• 75% of monthly insurance premiums paid for by Powerplay
• paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 9 paid holidays, plus week off between Christmas and New Year’s
• 15 days PTO upon hire
• flexible work environment
• cell phone reimbursement
• frequent food trucks, when in season
• stocked refrigerators
• happy hours, company outings, volunteer events
• opportunities to learn and grow in your career!