Walgreens

Analyst Senior Digital Commerce Strategy & Planning

Walgreens$80K — $100K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in strategy, consulting, merchandising, finance, operations, or marketing.
  • 1 year experience or 4 years in related fields for candidates with a High School/GED.
  • Proven ability to identify and resolve operational issues effectively.
  • Skilled in data analysis and reporting to uncover trends and drive improvements.
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite for reporting and analysis tasks.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time for business engagements.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed analysis on sales trends and strategic initiatives to influence business strategy.
  • Support the development of plans aimed at meeting sales and profit targets through historical performance assessment.
  • Review performance metrics to identify opportunities for growth and provide actionable insights.
  • Evaluate customer behavior and promotional effectiveness for improved merchandising strategies.
  • Monitor industry trends and develop strategies to enhance promotional efforts.
  • Assist in the creation and improvement of business programs to achieve performance goals.
  • Perform financial planning activities, including annual budgets and weekly forecasts.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment across diverse teams.
  • Opportunities for strategic influence within the company.
  • Access to analytical tools for data-driven decision making.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary

Works cross-functionally to deliver on the Digital Commerce and omni-channel business goals by shaping business plans and strategic decisions. Responsible for analyzing data and trends and making decisions that align with strategic objectives. Performs analysis to develop strategic initiatives, helps drive implementation, measures results, and provides actionable recommendations based on outcomes. Works highly collaboratively within a matrix organization to ensure the cross functional team is delivering against departmental objectives.

Job Responsibilities
  • Plays a key role in creating and performing analysis related to sales trends and strategic initiatives. Delivers complex analysis with analytical tools and uses insights to develop, enhance and maintain business strategy.
  • Assists in building plans to achieve sales and profit goals. Recommends actions based on historical performance and forecasts comparing various scenarios.
  • Reviews reports and metrics and identifies opportunities to grow and optimize results. Monitors performance against objectives, uncovers root causes, and provides actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Assesses customer behavior, sales trends, and promotional effectiveness to help build more effective merchandising and promotional programs.
  • Monitors category, industry, and competitive trends and insights; develops solutions to improve merchandising and promotional strategies
  • May assist in development of new programs and enhancing current programs to meet performance objectives.
  • May perform annual financial planning and weekly forecasting, as well as execute reports to align teams on results.
  • Presents deliverables and analyses to key internal clients.
  • Continuously evaluates best practices, methodology and tools and seeks to improve deliverables in order to maintain alignment with business needs.
  • Collaborates cross-functionally to accomplish activities. Interacts with internal and external peers and makes tactical and strategic recommendations to key stakeholders based on historical data and/or current trends.


External Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and at least 1 year of experience in one or more of the following areas: strategy, consulting, merchandising, finance, operations, or marketing. OR High School/GED and at least 4 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: strategy, consulting, merchandising, finance, operations, or marketing.
  • Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
  • Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
  • Experience with MS Office Suite.
  • Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in economics, supply chain, finance, marketing, or business.
  • Experience working in the digital space.
  • Experience working with P&L concepts - revenue, cogs, gross profit margin, operating expenses and income.

About Walgreens

Walgreens is the nation's largest drugstore chain with fiscal 2010 sales of $67 billion. The company operates 7,689 drugstores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Each day, Walgreens provides nearly 6 million customers the most convenient, multichannel access to consumer goods and services and trusted, cost-effective pharmacy, health and wellness services, and advice in communities across America. Walgreens scope of pharmacy services includes retail, specialty, infusion, medical facility, and mail service, along with respiratory services. These services improve health outcomes and lower costs for payers including employers, managed care organizations, health systems, pharmacy benefit managers, and the public sector. Take Care Health Systems is a Walgreens subsidiary that is the largest and most comprehensive manager of worksite health centers and in-store convenient care clinics, with more than 700 locations throughout the country.

Walgreens Careers

Joining Walgreens means becoming part of a team dedicated to inspiring health and well-being across America. As a cornerstone of the community, Walgreens offers unparalleled job opportunities in the retail and healthcare sectors, making it an ideal place for professional growth and innovation. Work You’ll Do At Walgreens, every position contributes to our mission of delivering premier health solutions while ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters growth. Our team members are at the forefront of transforming customer experiences through dedication and expertise. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Embrace the opportunity to lead at Walgreens, where we combine industry expertise with a culture of innovation. Our leadership is committed to nurturing a professional environment where ideas thrive and leadership skills are honed through comprehensive diversity training and leadership development programs. Engage in Meaningful Work Join a team that values hard work and creativity, where your skills will be enhanced through challenging projects and collaborative team efforts. Walgreens is not just about filling prescriptions—it's about offering solutions that promote healthier communities. Explore Career Opportunities Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a more advanced professional role, Walgreens offers a range of career paths in dynamic business areas. From in-store roles to corporate support, our job opportunities are designed to fit a variety of skills and interests. Internship and Employment Benefits Start your career with a Walgreens internship and gain hands-on experience that paves the way for future employment. Our interns work on real projects that matter, gaining skills that are crucial for future success. Full-time team members enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and exclusive employee discounts. Invest in Your Career Growth Walgreens is committed to the career development of our employees. We provide resources and training that encourage continuous learning and career advancement. With support for certifications and networking opportunities, team members can expand their professional horizons and achieve their career goals. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the diverse range of hiring opportunities at Walgreens by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players ready to make a significant impact. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work at Walgreens. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Walgreens. At Walgreens, we are excited to see where your ambition takes you. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of health and wellness for everyone.
Learn more about Walgreens
Size
202,000 employees
Market Cap
$32.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$696 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+2.3%
Revenue
$141.5 billion
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