Overall Job Summary

The position will own workstreams within cross-functional projects tackling key strategic initiatives.  The Senior Analyst, Strategy & Development will help drive the long-term strategy development process, inorganic growth by conducting research to maintain a pipeline of opportunities, perform various analyses against specific opportunities, and lead post-merger integration efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%) Organic strategic initiative execution: work on cross-functional project teams to manage and execute top-priority strategic initiatives. Support long-term strategy development, identify, and prioritize business opportunities/projects. Drive specific corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions) and business (partnership) development activities. Provide thought leadership and oversee various business intelligence activities. Expected to become an expert over time in farm and ranch retail and use this knowledge to inform our efforts. Responsible for working with 3rd party consulting organizations and external vendors as required. Required Qualifications

Experience:  2 - 3 years of related experience.  Full-time work experience and/or internships in retail or consumer packaged goods (CPG), consulting, investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy, and/or corporate development a plus

Education: Bachelor’s degree required.  Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities Comfort with (and excitement about) highly ambiguous problems, cross-functional teamwork, and regularly shifting priority set. Strong analytical skills and financial analysis literacy. Ability to foster strong internal relationships with stakeholders across the business to partner on initiatives and provide ongoing advisory support. Well-developed communication skills (both written and verbal). Passion for retail. Experience working with and influencing stakeholders well above own tenure / level, as well as Team Members in very different roles (e.g., front-line) a plus. Working Conditions Normal office working conditions Occasional travel required Physical Requirements Sitting Standing (not walking) Walking Kneeling/Stooping/Bending Reaching overhead Lifting up to 20 pounds Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.  It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.  A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.

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