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Senior Sales Analyst

Smithfield Foods
United States, Arkansas, Rogers
Aug 04, 2026
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Are you a driven and motivated Sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, building relationships with customers, collaborating with great internal teams, being innovative to achieve business results? Join one of the country's top consumer packaged goods companies, Smithfield Foods! We have built a culture that places value on our employees, our animals, the environment and the communities we all share. Smithfield Foods and our Sales teams are consistently evolving and looking for individuals that can help foster relationships and achieve results to impact our bottom line! As a Senior Sales Analyst, you are at the heart of driving strategic sales growth by transforming market intelligence into actionable insights. This role blends analytical rigor with cross functional collaboration. You support sales teams in launching new products, optimizing performance, and identifying opportunities across key categories like bacon, ham, and fresh pork. You monitor sales and trade trends, evaluate sales against targets, and craft compelling reports that influence planning and execution. Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Business Management, and Operations, you help shape data driven decisions that fuel long-term customer success and elevate our market presence. WHAT YOU'LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Sales Planning & Support: Coordinate and analyze sales planning and administrative activities, ensuring alignment between field sales, business management, and trade teams to drive strategic execution and operational efficiency. Reporting & Data Analysis: Compile, analyze, and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reports-including margin, pricing, fill rates, shipment performance, and KPIs-transforming raw data into actionable insights that enhance sales productivity. Forecasting & Budget Management: Manage forecasting inputs and budget tracking by compiling historical data, projecting future expenditures, and maintaining accurate, user-friendly forecasting tools for field sales teams. Systems & Tools Optimization: Develop and maintain reports using BI tools, SAP, and Blacksmith Trade Planning, while serving as a liaison with the help desk to support hardware/software initiatives and troubleshoot field sales tech issues. Customer & Broker Relations: Act as a key contact in the Orders to Cash process, managing broker contracts, retail execution coordination, couponing, scorecards, and customer-specific inquiries to ensure seamless service delivery. Event & Initiative Coordination: Support the planning and execution of meetings, food shows, and special events, ensuring all logistics and communications are aligned to maximize impact and engagement across stakeholders. WHAT WE'RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field, and 5+ years' experience in data analytics; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Excel and Access (e.g. formulas & functions, data organizing, pivot tables, power query, macros, advanced data charting). Analytical & Problem-Solving: Demonstrated excellence in problem-solving and analytical thinking. Communication & Interpersonal: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while fostering positive working relationships. Organizational & Customer Service: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintain positive work relationships in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT: Experience in Business Warehouse, SAP, Blacksmith, Vistex, or Sales Discovery preferred Familiarity with Nielsen/IRI and other syndicated data, a plus. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Capable of sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Able to travel as needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Relocation Package Available No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.