Merchandising analysts are internal consultants for the merchandising department. They provide the data for the line review process. They track business results and team objectives. They monitor all of the team categories making sure objectives are met. They provide a statistical and financial foundation for merchandising decisions. They are responsible to devevelop business process, team reporting. Sr. Analyst is viewed as an expert for understanding and application of AutoZone data. Must advise and mentor merch analysts. Must be the team resource for market segmentation, positioning, and customer target data.
Responsibilities(Business Analysis) Provides structure and numerical foundations to the Line Review process, manages to transcend the data to reveal business intelligence.
(Data Procesing) Identifies with assertiveness the business drivers, manages timely decision making. Developed sense of business and understanding of our clients (internal / external).
(Solutions Development) Proposes, designs and develops processes, models and business solutions that promote a culture of innovation, productivity and efficiency.
(Support) Ensures and empowers the correct functioning of the technological platform to support the operation of information tools (Reporting, Applications, data integration) ensuring the optimal functioning of them.
(Coaching) Coaching, develops and give support from Analysts Merch team to enhance technical skills and understanding of the group's business, protagonist of teamwork.
A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent.
Business Administrations, Statistics, Engineering or comparable field.
Five to seven years.
Three to five years in an analytical role with sufficient experience in other areas to demonstrate a thorough understanding of retailing, key areas may include Business Administration, Statistics, Engineering, Programming business applications.
Should meet all of the requirements for Merchandising Analyst. Also this position requires the person to be proactive and have demonstrated leadership ability. Must have a product manager's level of understanding of the 4 P's of retailing. Demonstrate advanced data step/macro programming in SAS, ability to perform advanced statistical analysis including regression, correlation and cross-tabs, be team's resource for financial reporting and understanding of EVA, P&L, Balance Sheets. Must be able to write advanced SQL queries such as may include left joins, having, and exists conditions. English required.
Graduate degree/MBA preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent
- Degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Engineering or comparable field
- Five to seven years of total experience
- Three to five years in an analytical role with retail understanding
- Meets all requirements for Merchandising Analyst
- Proactive with demonstrated leadership ability
- Product manager level understanding of the 4 P's of retailing
- Advanced Data Step/macro programming in SAS
- Advanced statistical analysis skills (regression, correlation, cross-tabs)
- Team resource for financial reporting and understanding of EVA, P&L, Balance Sheets
- Ability to write advanced SQL queries (left joins, HAVING, EXISTS, etc.)
- English proficiency required
- Coaching and mentoring analysts
- Graduate degree/MBA
AutoZone Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is offered, with employer matching contributions made per pay period noted in company materials. This creates a structured long‑term savings path for eligible employees.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan enables buying company stock at a discounted price. This provides an additional wealth‑building avenue beyond base wages.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability, and EAP coverage are available as part of standard packages. These offerings establish a comprehensive baseline of health and protection benefits for eligible employees.
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What We Do
AutoZone is the nation's leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with more than 7,000 stores in the US, Mexico, Brazil and Puerto Rico. Each store carries an extensive line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and accessories. AutoZone, headquartered in Memphis, TN, is a growing Fortune 300 company with a deep commitment to serving our customers, communities and fellow AutoZoners. We have vast opportunities in our stores, distribution centers, field offices, specialty business units and Store Support Center and embrace diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas to strengthen our teams and business. Our team is connected by a deep commitment to our Pledge and Values, principles established more than thirty years ago that reinforce our priorities and team culture. In addition, we constantly innovate and aspire to best serve our customers, creating new and better tools, training and outreach to serve both DIY and the professional installer customers. From in-store tools to E-Commerce, training and development to recognition, our team has the tools to help you grow your career at AutoZone. See where your drive can take you!
