Analytics & Insights Associate Analyst at Jack Link's · Minneapol…

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands—Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Golden Island®, BiFi®, and Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few—there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

JOB SUMMARY

The Analytics & Insights Associate Analyst is responsible for building and maintaining the data, reporting, and tools that enable scalable analytics and insights across the organization.

This role focuses on standardizing reporting, automating processes, and creating user-friendly tools that support decision-making and training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting & Dashboard Development

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting (Power BI or similar tools).
• Build and manage standardized datasets across multiple data sources.
• Automate recurring reporting processes to reduce manual work.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.

Analytics Tools & Enablement

• Create scalable templates and tools for business analysis.
• Improve usability and accessibility of analytics tools for Sales teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support Analyst with data preparation and structured outputs.
• Partner with Sales Planning, Category Management, and other commercial teams to meet reporting needs.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Economics, Finance, Marketing, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in analytics, reporting, or related roles.
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.

Preferred

• Experience with Power BI or similar tools.
• Experience working with POS or syndicated data.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to analyze data and identify meaningful insights.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and consistency in reporting and analysis.
• Commercial Curiosity: Eagerness to understand sales drivers and retail dynamics.
• Communication: Ability to clearly present insights and explain data to partners.
• Learning Mindset: Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous skill development.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional partners.

The salary range for this role is $57,000 - $68,000 (Annually).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is a participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.