Merchandising Operations Analyst

Description DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S: Founded in 1963, Leslie's is the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry. We serve the aftermarket needs of residential and professional consumers with an extensive and largely exclusive assortment of essential pool and spa care products. We operate an integrated ecosystem of 900+ retail locations, backyard service and repair, a robust digital platform, and manufacturing and distribution divisions across 35+ states—enabling consumers to engage with Leslie’s whenever, wherever, and however they prefer to shop. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's. This position is not open to agency submissions. This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support. Job Overview: The Business Analyst works closely with the Merchandising Operations Manager and partners with the Merchandising, Marketing, E-Commerce, and Retail Operations teams to obtain, analyze, and interpret robust data sets that drive decision-making. This role focuses on translating insights into clear, compelling PowerPoint presentations that tell the story behind the data. Responsibilities : Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities aligned with competitive positioning and business objectives. Drive sales and margin growth through detailed product performance analysis and data-backed recommendations. Analyze category and industry trends and present clear, actionable insights to leadership. Serve as the primary analytical partner for the Merchandising organization. Develop and maintain analytical tools, reports, and presentations to support promotional and pricing decisions. Support item maintenance, cost updates, and retail price changes through accurate data management. Partner in the execution of promotional strategies, including planogram and store layout initiatives. Apply strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and a results-oriented mindset in all analyses. Translate complex data into clear, compelling insights that drive informed decision-making and business growth. Operate as a proactive, collaborative team member with a strategic focus and ownership mentality. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Analytics, or a related field Pricing experience within corporate retail or finance preferred Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access; SQL experience required Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, financial modeling, and forecasting  Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including: Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options. Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option). Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts. Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Voluntary supplemental life insurance. Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance. Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave. Paid holidays, including a floating personal day. Employee assistance and wellness programs. Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday. Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores. Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people.   Leslie’s is proud to have a culture of inclusion that seeks to celebrate and embrace the different backgrounds and perspectives that help drive our success and support team members in developing and growing with us. We aim to create a workplace where all team members feel welcomed and valued and inspire each other every day.