Description :
For additional Employment Opportunities at John Deere visit: [link removed] Deere Credit was founded to offer financing solutions to the industries we serve and the customers we know best. In addition to providing retail, wholesale and lease financing to help customers buy John Deere equipment, we also serve the broader needs of the agricultural industry by offering revolving credit, input and operating loans to help farmers purchase needed supplies and services. John Deere Credit has also recently entered the renewable energy arena with a business unit that focuses on community-based wind projects. John Deere Credit in Johnston, IA is looking for a Market Development Analyst. Responsibilities include: Conducts market research and monitors industry trends to identify new or enhance existing business opportunities. Assists in the development of new and existing products/markets through research, forecasts, pricing, etc. Conducts/facilitates/coordinates market studies on various products in a variety of markets. Performs analysis of market/channel feedback to identify customer needs. Develops and maintains statistical reports to support business planning. Monitors industry trends, external factors, market share and sales data to identify business opportunities. Assists in the development of new and existing products/markets through research, forecasts, pricing, etc. Conducts/facilitates/coordinates market studies on various products in a variety of markets. Performs analysis of market/channel feedback to identify customer needs. Develops and maintains statistical reports including data exchange to support business planning. Skills Knowledge of statistical analysis, economics and trend forecasting. Familiarity with analysis methods (Return on Investment and Net Present Value). Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office plus intranet and internet functions. Understanding of market segmentation and retail distribution systems. Competitive market knowledge. Skill in planning and organizing. Education Degree in a Business/Management discipline or equivalent experience. Degree in an Accounting/Finance discipline or equivalent experience. Degree in an Agricultural Sciences discipline or equivalent experience. Degree in a Marketing discipline or equivalent experience. Experience Product or service development process/management experience. Marketing experience. Gathering market data using research tools; applying statistical analysis principles/methodologies to make recommendations. Field experience with regular customer contact, knowledge of dealer/distribution network, limited geographic area of responsibility, and broad product knowledge. Project management experience Internal or external industry specific experience in relevant discipline. This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business days and unposted when a qualified pool of candidates is achieved. The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. Equal Opportunity Employer.