Market Analyst

About the role

Join a family-owned & operated company with 42+ years of stability & growth with industry-leading products that are 100% manufactured in the USA!

Headquarters in Cleveland OH with regional facilities in Houston TX, Atlanta GA, and Reno NV, Hose Master is North America's largest manufacturer of flexible metal hose and metal bellows expansion joints, with over 450,000 square feet of manufacturing space.

Founded in 1982, Hose Master has established itself as the first choice in metal hose and metal expansion joints for industrial markets including power generation, refining and petrochemical, steel, pulp and paper, chemical processing, marine and offshore, liquid terminals, and bulk material handling.

We are passionate about providing customer-driven designs, manufacturing excellence, and superior service. Innovation and application expertise are the cornerstones of our identity and the fuel for our growth.

Position Summary

The Market Analyst is responsible for conducting market research, interpreting findings, and providing recommendations that support profitable growth. The analyst will evaluate all aspects of the market, including products, channels, industries, and competitors, and will partner with key stakeholders both internally and externally. They will also be responsible for conducting ad hoc data analysis and gathering competitive intelligence.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Establish and implement marketing programs for product lines to drive profitable growth and increased market share.
• Gather and analyze statistical data using modern and traditional methods to collect it.
• Perform valid and reliable ongoing market research SWOT analysis.
• Identify market trends and act as primary internal point of contact for technical and application questions from regional sales managers, reps and industry players.
• Gather data on competitors and analyze their prices, sales, and method of marketing and distribution. Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text.
• Conduct training on assigned markets and products.
• Contribute to the development of content marketing deliverables such as blog posts, whitepapers, case studies, and digital media content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, sales, or business-related field.
• 2+ years of sales and/or marketing experience.
• Ability to effectively implement sales and marketing strategies.
• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated skills in supporting sales, profitability, and budget goals.
• Ability to interface and demonstrate leadership both internally and externally.
• High-energy self-starter as well as collaborative team player.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate cross functionally and vertically within company and the customer.
• Demonstrated commitment to building strong business relationships with customers.

Competencies

• Accountability/Ownership
• Analytical Ability/Problem Solving/Decision Making
• Business Knowledge
• Communication Skills
• Continuous Learning
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal/Relationship Skills
• Quality
• Sense of Urgency/Entrepreneurialism
• Time Management/Planning/Organizing
• Values/Trust/Integrity