Data Analyst

About McLane

McLane Company, Inc. has been a pioneer in the distribution sector since 1894, establishing a broad network of team members across the nation. Our agility supports clients in the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We focus on the future by adopting cutting-edge technologies, enhancing team member development, and promoting a people-oriented culture.

Position Overview

The Data Analyst role demands regular onsite presence at the South Campus in Temple, TX. Candidates should reside within approximately a 50-minute commute. This role is pivotal in sourcing new data streams, refining data gathering, analysis, and reporting processes to meet customer and organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, evaluate, and report data to address customer requirements while assessing potential risks.
• Utilize automated tools to extract data from varied primary and secondary sources.
• Evaluate current analytical tools and databases, suggesting software solutions.
• Identify and resolve issues within the reporting database environment.
• Provide training to end-users on reports and dashboard use.
• Deliver expertise in data structuring, mining, and cleansing techniques.
• Support category decisions by analyzing item mixes through data extraction.
• Collaborate regularly with category managers, the Center for Category Innovation team, and vendor partners to stay abreast of category trends and insights.
• Undertake any additional duties or special projects as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Between 2 and 4 years of experience in business analysis.
• Familiarity with Excel; experience in GRA, Report Studio, and Alteryx is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Meticulous, efficient, and detail-focused work style.
• Proficiency in English reading, writing, and comprehension adequate to follow work instructions and safety protocols is mandatory.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Collaborative team player.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective from day one, including FSA/HSA options and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off starting immediately.
• Eligibility for 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional perks such as pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

Applicants may be required to undergo a background check and drug screening consistent with applicable law. Employment consideration is given without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.