Analyst, Data

Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine’s Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods (“CPG”) approach to cannabis, Cresco’s house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy’s, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco’s national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry’s first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry. 

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

Cresco Labs Corporate is seeking a Data Analyst to support our growing Retail Merchandising team.  Within this role, you will be responsible for analyzing data in support of Sunnyside’s retail initiatives, including analysis of customer purchase behavior, price promotions, loyalty program, and competitive analysis.  The role will be highly collaborative, working across all Retail cross-functional teams (Merchandising, Marketing, Regional Operations), Commercial Strategy, Demand Planning, Finance, and IT teams.

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Analyze, mine, and aggregate data; develop actionable insights that go beyond standard business reporting
• Establish relationships between retail sales performance and causal factors such as changes in pricing, assortment, and competitive activity.  Ability to synthesize and explain results to decision makers on necessary actions
• Provide pricing analysis and calculate ROI of retail promotions.  Make recommendations to merchants such as right breadth, depth, and frequency of promotions.
• Create and manage reporting analytics for Loyalty rewards program.  Provide guidance to retail marketing on which levers should be pulled for each event goal.
• Assume the role of data and business expert for retail merchandising, operations, and marketing teams
• Use creative problem-solving skills to answer nuanced & complex business questions
• Support development of the forecast budget and assist with customer purchase behavior decompositions (AUR, UPT, Transactions)
• Act as a liaison between the business and BI team, ensuring tableau dashboards are tailored to business reporting needs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other team members to drive various initiatives forward

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Operations (or similar)
• 2+ years of experience in consulting, data science, quantitative marketing, merchandising, or a related data-driven field
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel knowledge.
• Familiarity with relational databases (SQL) and business intelligence tools (i.e., Tableau, Power BI)
• Ability to understand business operations, processes, and translate data into business insights that “tell a story” or aid decision-making
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and communicate data and information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with sales data analytics strongly preferred
• Effective time management and prioritization skills. Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry 

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.