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Join The #1 Furniture Company-Join The #1 Furniture Brand Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world. Established in 1945, Ashley offers one of the industry's broadest product assortments to retail partners in 123 countries. Summary:Associate Analyst Bedding Category & Outside SalesAssociate Analyst Bedding Category & Outside Sales is a new role focused on strengthening existing categories (bedding) and building new, profitable revenue streams (commercial sales). The role will focus on supporting the retail organization's initiatives to build and evolve more sophisticated ways of operating these areas.bedding category is critical for Ashley - we offer guests the ability to furnish their homes with quality furniture at a great value and sleep products, all within the same retail store. Our goal is to become a bedding destination and we want to be the most logical retailer for guests looking to get the best value on home furnishings. Related to this, for our guests furnishing full homes, multiple homes, apartments, etc. we want to offer compelling value aligned to the commitment to purchase from Ashley.the role would focus on setting up this offer program and supporting the sales organization as they look to grow this source of revenue through a more proactive, outside sales program.Primary Job FunctionsSupport decisions in the bedding category through performance analytics - focused on profitably growing the bedding category for Ashley.Leverage analytics, advanced modeling techniques, etc. to recommend promotions in the category that build the ticket and drive conversion.Partner with the training organization to direct training resources and focus based on areas of greatest need (e.g. stores with biggest opportunity)Support evaluation of bedding assortment performance to ensure galleries are optimized to win on bedding in the market.Support the sales organization on new revenue initiatives - including outside sales.Partner with marketing on offer development to grow outside sales and bedding business initiatives.Partner with the merchandising team to align bedding category decisions with furniture merchandising and to share relevant insights.Support competitive assessments to ensure the Ashley offer is competitively positioned.Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.Job Qualifications•Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent work experience, Required•MBA or Master's Degree in Analytics Data Science, or related field, PreferredExperience: 1 year of finance, merchandising or marketing analytics capabilities, RequiredSkills:Exceptional business acumenStrong knowledge of financial analysis and forecastingStrong knowledge of SQL or other database softwareExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsAnalytical and problem-solving skills.Maintain confidentiality.Working knowledge of Continuous ImprovementHandle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints.Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite the Internet.Strong skills in agility, along with the ability to pivot easily when directions and priorities change on short notice.Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment.Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect.Display empathy, understanding, and patience with employees and external customers.Respond professionally in situations with difficult employeevendorcustomer issues or inquiries.Physical Effort and Work EnvironmentSeeing: Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust munication: Must be able to effectively communicate in order to perform the requirements of the position.Sitting: Will remain in a seated position.FingeringGraspingFeeling: Must be able to perform repetitive tasks with both hands including keyboarding, handwriting, and office equipment operation.StandingWalking: Must be able to move about from one area of the workplace to another.ClimbingStoopingBendingKneelingReaching: Will bend, twist, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch and reach at or above shoulder level.Lifting: Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 25 lbs.PullingPushing: Will transport loads of up to 40 lbs.Work Environment: Predominately in an office environment; not substantially exposed to adverse conditions.Apply today and find your home at Ashley!Benefits We OfferHealth, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday offGenerous Employee Discount on home furnishingsProfessional Development OpportunitiesAshley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical TourismTelehealth401(k) and Profit SharingLife InsuranceOur Core ValuesHonesty & IntegrityPassion, Drive, DisciplineContinuous ImprovementOperational ExcellenceDirty FingernailGrowth FocusedTo learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:Corporate Social ResponsibilityWe are an equal-opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.