Commercial Sales Analyst - Midwest

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
The Commercial Sales Analyst is a key contributor to the US Sales Team, focused on driving actionable insights and strategic support for SharkNinja's retail partnerships across Midwest channels. The ideal Commercial Sales Analyst will have a strong understanding of retail sales dynamics, category management, and promotional effectiveness. This is a Commercially focused Sales Analyst that supports sales growth through deep understanding of retailer performance, consumer behavior, and competitive trends. In this role you will be responsible for crafting compelling sell-in stories and will serve as an expert on trends and competitors. A strong candidate for this position is someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, who has a curiosity mindset to dive beyond what the data is telling them.
Key Responsibilities:

• Retail Sales Analysis - Analyze retailer POS sales, shipment data, and consumer lift metrics to identify trends, gaps, and growth opportunities across SharkNinja's product portfolio.
• Category & Customer Insights - Serve as the internal expert on category performance, pricing, promotions, and competitive positioning. Present insights to drive strategic decisions and support sell-in stories.
• Retailer Engagement - Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers at key Midwest accounts. Deliver compelling presentations using syndicated and shopper data.
• Sales Strategy Development - Identify opportunities to expand distribution, shelf space, and promotional presence. Develop sales stories that differentiate SharkNinja from competitors.
• Forecasting Support - Collaborate with Sales Operations Managers, demand planning teams to align forecasts with market trends and retailer performance. Communicate risks and opportunities clearly.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Represent the voice of the customer in internal meetings, influencing product development, marketing, and supply chain decisions.
• Ad Hoc Sales Support - Quickly assess business questions and determine the data needed to provide clear, actionable recommendations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience within category management, sales analysis or financial analysis
• Critical - Advanced Microsoft Office, Excel, Power BI skills
• Thorough experience with pivot tables, large quantities of data, building charts
• Ability to take large data sets and boil down to simple takeaways
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and detail oriented, ensuring deadlines are met
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data into commercial actions
• Understanding of retail sales cycles, promotional mechanics, and margin implications
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with retailer portals and syndicated data tools (e.g., IRI, Nielsen, NPD)

Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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