Strategic Insights Analyst

Who We Are (and Why People Stay) LDF's long-term success comes from our commitment to doing the right thing for our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. Giving back matters here, and so does having each other's backs. At LDF, we strive to Be TRUE in all we do:Trust - We act with integrity and give our best every day.Respect - We take pride in our work and treat others with professionalism.Understanding - We value open communication and different perspectives.Enthusiasm - We show up positive, motivated, and ready to make an impact. We're a fast-growing, high-performance beverage distributor serving Kansas and Oklahoma. Founded in 1983 by Larry D. Fleming, we market, sell, and distribute beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages from some of the industry's most respected brands. LDF Companies | Wichita, KS At LDF Companies, we don't just look at data, we analyze it and turn it into decisions. Dashboards don't tell stories. Analysts do. We're looking for a Strategic Insights Analyst who can go beyond pulling numbers and instead uncover what matters, simplify the message, and help teams and clients win. This is a highly visible, high-impact role that partners across sales, finance, and leadership. This is not a "send the report" job. This is a "find the story, make it actionable, and drive results" job. It is an opportunity to have a seat at the table instead of in a sea of cubicles. What You'll Do Turn data into selling storiesBuild compelling, insight-driven narratives that our company will actually useTranslate complex data into clear, simple recommendations that drive action Support strategy and executionMaintain and enhance dashboards and reporting tools utilizing Power BI/ TableauDeliver pricing and promotional insightsSupport Annual Business Plans (ABPs), retailer submissions, and supplier materials Enable teams through trainingLead and support client and internal trainings on tools and syndicated dataHelp others become confident, capable users of data Support growth and new businessConduct research and prep for new business opportunitiesBuild clean, professional materialsMaintain organized and accurate tracking Own your workManage priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outputCommunicate early and clearly when something is off trackTake pride in being reliable, proactive, and solutions-oriented What We're Looking ForExperience in an analyst or data-focused roleExperience working in Excel and Power BI/TableauAdvanced Excel skills (modeling, pivots, data manipulation)Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to tell a clear, compelling storyAbility to simplify complex data into actionable insightsStrong attention to detail with a bias for actionExcellent communication and collaboration skills What Makes Someone Successful in This RoleYou're naturally curious and you don't stop at the "what," you dig into the "why"You love making things simple, clear, and usefulYou take ownership and follow throughYou're comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing othersYou thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift Why LDF At LDF, you'll have the opportunity to directly impact the business, work alongside our President, supporting strong commercial teams that play a key role in how we serve our customers and suppliers. Your insights won't sit in a report and they'll shape decisions.