Key Account Analyst

Reporting to the National Account Manager, the Key Account Analyst is responsible for delivering high-quality analytical and reporting support to the Walmart and Alternative Channels team. Through automation, data-driven insights, and proactive performance tracking, this role enables faster, more effective decision-making across the business.

Acting as a strategic partner to the National Account Manager (NAM), Key Account Manager (KAM), and Field Sales teams, the Key Account Analyst translates complex data into clear, actionable priorities that drive commercial performance. This role also plays a key part in identifying opportunities to streamline, automate, and enhance processes to improve team efficiency and accelerate business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting & Analytics Develop, standardize, and continuously enhance internal reporting across Walmart and Alternative Channels using advanced Excel and automation tools

Build scalable, automated reporting solutions that reduce manual effort and improve speed to insight

Extract, integrate, and analyze data from multiple sources (e.g., customer portals, SAP BI, TPM) to deliver accurate and actionable reporting

Deliver high-quality ad hoc analysis under tight timelines to support evolving business needs

Sales & Field Execution Support Serve as the primary analytical partner to Field Sales, translating data into clear, actionable priorities that drive in-store execution and results

Deliver weekly and monthly reporting with concise insights, highlighting risks, opportunities, and recommended actions

Communicate priorities clearly across regions to ensure alignment and focus

Partner with customer-side analysts (Replenishment, Category) to proactively resolve issues and maintain data integrity

Support selling stories with store-level insights and fact-based recommendations

Data Management & Governance Maintain and govern Master Item Lists, ensuring accuracy and consistency across systems

Ensure data integrity across all tools, reports, and materials used by NAM/KAM teams

Presentation & Storytelling Support the development of high-impact, insight-led presentations for internal and customer-facing discussions

Translate complex datasets into clear, compelling visuals and narratives

Develop charts, dashboards, and analytics that support strategic storytelling

Forecasting & Planning Provide analytical support for volume planning, forecasting, and trade spend management across everyday and seasonal business

Analyze trends, historical performance, and competitive insights to identify forecast risks and opportunities

Support forecast updates and scenario planning in collaboration with NAM/KAMPartner with Finance and Supply Chain to ensure alignment on volume and spend assumptions

Contribute to improving forecasting accuracy through continuous process enhancements

Qualifications:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build complex models and automate reporting

Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy

Proven ability to translate data into clear, actionable business insights for diverse audiences

Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners

Demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies and proactively drive process improvements

Systems & Tools:

Strong working knowledge of internal sales reporting tools

Experience with TPM (trade management and forecasting tools)
Familiarity with customer POS systems (e.g., Retail Link, IRI, Scintilla, etc.)Rewards Package:

The standard hiring range for this role is $80-$95K CAD per annum with a 10% performance-based bonus. The final agreement upon salary may vary based on market location and factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We offer a competitive rewards package for our employees as well as a growth-oriented work environment. This includes not only the opportunity to sample our premium chocolate products but the following:

Health and Dental Plan Retirement…