Uline - Pleasant Prairie, WI
posted 6 months ago
About the position
As a Research Analyst at Uline, you will play a crucial role in uncovering captivating narratives that drive our business forward. This position requires a natural curiosity and a passion for research, as you will be tasked with investigating diverse topics ranging from emerging industry trends to competitor strategies. Your findings will be presented to inform and guide our growing business, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our industry. This is an on-site position, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to excellence and teamwork. In this role, you will utilize various tools, including Excel, to interpret and analyze data, transforming raw numbers into insightful stories that can influence decision-making. You will curate market research, distilling complex information into easy-to-understand executive summaries, visual aids, and presentations that can be shared with senior management and other stakeholders. Collaboration is key, as you will work closely with different business units to understand their challenges and recommend effective solutions. Additionally, you will be responsible for giving presentations on industry competitors and other relevant topics, showcasing your findings and insights to the team. Uline is North America's leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, and as a family-owned company, we pride ourselves on our incredible service and quality products. With over 9,000 employees across 13 locations, we are committed to fostering a supportive and engaging work environment where every employee can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Investigate and interpret data using tools like Excel to transform numbers and research into insightful stories.
- Curate market research to distill complex information into easy-to-digest executive summaries, visual aids, and presentations.
- Collaborate with business units to understand their challenges and recommend solutions to senior management.
- Give presentations about industry competitors and other relevant topics.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- 1+ year in Research, Analytics, Journalism / Reporting or equivalent experience.
- Experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Excellent communication and project management skills.
Benefits
- Complete medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Flexible Spending Accounts and wellness programs.
- 401(k) with 6% employer match.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
- Bonus programs that include annual performance, sales goals, and profit sharing.
- On-site cafe with executive chefs and seasonal dinner-to-go options.
- First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
- Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
