About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Location</b></H2> </div><div><p>Hershey, PA</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p>This group of Senior Analysts is responsible for developing, analyzing, and executing channel strategies for a variety of formats and seasons, focusing on CMG, salty, and protein categories. They provide insights and recommendations to optimize sales and market share, working closely with commercial and merchandising teams to support strategic initiatives across multiple channels and customer segments.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Accountabilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Analyze channel performance and identify growth opportunities.</li> <li>Develop actionable strategies for channel expansion and optimization.</li> <li>Support commercial planning and execution for key accounts.</li> <li>Integrate innovation into channel strategies.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders for seamless strategy implementation.</li> <li> <div>Segment-focused analysis (CMG, salty, protein)</div> </li> <li> <div>Seasonal and everyday channel strategies</div> </li> <li> <div>Large, small, and growth format adaptation</div> </li> <li> <div>Data-driven decision making</div> </li> <li> <div>Multi-channel collaboration</div> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Skills/Knowledge</b></H2> </div><div><div>Strategic Planning</div><div>Customer Alignment</div><div>Analysis</div><div>Partnering</div><div>Formal Presentations</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications </b></H2> </div><div><p><strong>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Advanced analytical skills</li> <li>Market and sales data expertise</li> <li>Strong communication and collaboration</li> <li>Strategic thinking</li> <li>Detail orientation and accuracy</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Experience & Education</strong></p> <ul> <li>3-5 years of relevant experience</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree preferred</li> </ul></div></div></div><p> </p> <p>The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.<br> <br>The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans. </p> <p>You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability.<br>You can request an accommodation via phone or email. </p> <p>To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to [email protected]. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Needed” in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.</p>