How to hire an analyst sales

How to hire an analyst sales, step by step

Here's a step-by-step analyst sales hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an analyst sales job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new analyst sales
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an analyst sales, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   An analyst sales's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, analyst sales from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of analyst sales salaries for various roles:

   Type of Analyst Sales	Description	Hourly rate
   Analyst Sales	Market research analysts study market conditions to examine potential sales of a product or service. They help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price.	$22-47
   Business Development Analyst	A business development analyst's role is to perform research and analysis on the different operations and procedures in a company to ensure efficiency and profit growth. They are also responsible for devising strategies and improvements for optimal performance, monitoring the sales and customer feedback, identifying opportunities from the marketing trends, and building positive relationships with customers... Show more	$18-43
   Marketing Research Analyst	The primary role of a market research analyst is to collect and analyze data on competitors and consumers. Market research analysts have to study market conditions and investigate probable service or product sales... Show more	$17-38

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Salesforce
   • Customer Service
   • Data Analysis
   • CRM
   • Sales Data
   • Strong Analytical
   • SQL
   • Pivot Tables
   • POS
   • Financial Analysis
   • Sales Performance
   • Sales Management
   • Advanced Computer
   • Sales Support

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   Responsibilities:

   • Create and manage exceptional replenishment relationships with Wal-mart and Sam's.
   • Manage the entire RFQ process from start to finish including sourcing analysis, quote analysis, down select, and pricing.
   • Utilize VBA to automate tasks and increase productivity by significantly decreasing report completion time.
   • Analyze account specific POS data to determine titles for pocket placement and promotional opportunities to achieve company and client expectations.
   • Provide category analysis in PowerPoint format for use in buyer presentations.
   • Maintain issues database in SharePoint.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your analyst sales job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An analyst sales salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an analyst sales in Louisiana may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level analyst sales usually earns less than a senior-level analyst sales. Additionally, an analyst sales with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average analyst sales salary

   $69,093yearly

   $33.22 hourly rate

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   Entry-level analyst sales salary

   $47,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 24, 2025

   Average analyst sales salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$94,223	$45
   2	California	$88,672	$43
   3	New York	$80,827	$39
   4	New Jersey	$75,876	$36
   5	District of Columbia	$73,752	$35
   6	Pennsylvania	$73,130	$35
   7	Virginia	$72,966	$35
   8	Minnesota	$67,109	$32
   9	Massachusetts	$65,323	$31
   10	Illinois	$65,234	$31
   11	North Carolina	$64,112	$31
   12	Colorado	$62,574	$30
   13	Indiana	$60,961	$29
   14	Maryland	$60,529	$29
   15	Arkansas	$60,505	$29
   16	Texas	$59,129	$28
   17	Arizona	$58,681	$28
   18	Michigan	$58,409	$28
   19	South Carolina	$58,235	$28
   20	Ohio	$56,535	$27

   Average analyst sales salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Google	$112,922	$54.29	42
   2	NVIDIA	$112,251	$53.97	4
   3	BMO Capital Markets	$105,706	$50.82	10
   4	Amazon	$103,971	$49.99	38
   5	Goldman Sachs	$102,032	$49.05	62
   6	Microsoft	$101,715	$48.90	8
   7	Workday	$98,928	$47.56	1
   8	Citi	$98,623	$47.41	45
   9	Jefferies	$98,579	$47.39	1
   10	Invesco	$98,496	$47.35	9
   11	Intuitive Surgical	$98,312	$47.27	2
   12	Mesirow	$97,082	$46.67	2
   13	MUFG EMEA	$96,999	$46.63
   14	Visa	$96,486	$46.39	27
   15	Synopsys	$96,189	$46.24
   16	Santander Bank	$96,052	$46.18	7
   17	Barclays	$95,569	$45.95	5
   18	Mattel	$95,037	$45.69	3
   19	Constellation Brands	$93,722	$45.06	19
   20	JPMorgan Chase & Co.	$92,116	$44.29	110

4. Writing an analyst sales job description

   A job description for an analyst sales role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an analyst sales job description:

   Analyst sales job description example

   Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
   
   The Sales Analyst is responsible for the administration, application and detailed understanding of incentive plans that support the Employer Services Business Unit within Workforce Solutions. This role will support reporting, contract analysis and interpretation, and determination of annual contract value. The role will require a detailed understanding of incentive plans, data management, reporting and process improvement.
   
   You will be expected to communicate at all levels of leadership, supporting Centers of Excellence and the respective business unit requests. You will also be expected to help initiate and build standardized tools, methodologies and business processes aimed at improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
   What you'll do:
   You will support development, maintenance and modification of current and future incentive plans Support tracking and analysis of incentive plans, SPIF programs and incentive compensation exception committee requests Review incentive plans and ensure proper application for incentive plan crediting You will calculate contract quota eligibility and make recommendations for incentive process efficiency Gather and handle incentive discrepancies and project manage to resolution Administration of required data for plan crediting in accordance with monthly processing deadlines Monthly, Quarterly, and annual reconciliation with Compensation Center of ExcellenceTimely resolution of incentive payment processing inquiries Ability to work independently and require minimal direction Proactively identify, recommend, and implement valued-added solutions and metrics in a timely manner Self-starter that provides thought leadership around process and metrics that benefit internal partners You will need to have the ability to perform complex analysis using multiple disparate databases with large volumes of information Ability to collect and document business and reporting requirements from multiple sources Ability to prioritize multiple work projects, delivering simultaneous data analysis requests of varying sizes and scope Ability to provide recommendations along with credible data that supports the recommendation Ability to communicate with all levels of management including Senior Leadership
   
   What experience you need:
   Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required2+ years prior experience related to financial and/or revenue analysis, metrics and reporting or contract analysis Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required with emphasis on advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
   
   What could set you apart:
   Experience with incentive plan support, analysis and administration a plus Experience with Microsoft Access and/or other Business Intelligence tools Experience with CRM database software preferred; Salesforce.com Verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team environment; foster close cooperative relationships with peer leaders, sales, service and vertical leaders Ability to handle changing, fast-paced and challenging job demands Detail oriented, focused on data integrity and accuracy Strong decision-making and problem solving skills using “out of the box” thinking
   
   We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.
   
   Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
   
   Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
   
   Primary Location:
   USA-St. Louis-Lackland
   
   Function:
   Function - Human Resources
   
   Schedule:
   Full time

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right analyst sales for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   To find analyst sales candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as swipe files, exit five, marketinghire, american marketing association.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with analyst sales candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new analyst sales

   Once you've decided on a perfect analyst sales candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new analyst sales. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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