Retail Analyst

Overview

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. The position involves preparing sales forecasts for new stores, expansion/remodels, closure/impact analysis, and competitive acquisitions. Develop forecasts using gravity and analog methodologies with emphasis on mid-large metro market analysis. Function as a project manager when necessary and assist in analyst training and development. Gather intelligence from primary and secondary sources with frequent travel. Organize market data for analytics of competitive, economic, population, housing, transportation and land use data.

Prepare written and oral presentations of findings for implementation by the Real Estate department and other users throughout the company. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• Complete volume projection studies including site, remodel, conversion and impact scenarios using gravity and analog modeling theory/technology; cover all phases of fieldwork, data preparation, modeling and final report completion
• Lead mid–large metro market projects as project manager in certain situations
• Assist in developing storing strategies, market reviews, and participate in meetings at division & General Office (G.O.) levels as applicable
• Complete miscellaneous projects including demographic, traffic, competitive/market analysis, etc.
• Work on special projects as required
• Assist in analyst training and development
• Travel independently up to 30% throughout the U.S.; complete assigned projects and be an industry/market expert regarding competitive and market intelligence
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and developments
• Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety

Minimum

• Creative/analytical minded individual
• Detail oriented and possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple overlapping projects simultaneously; sense of urgency
• Strong written and oral communication skills including ability to communicate analyses and recommendations to senior management
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle confidential information
• Ability to collaborate well within and across teams as well as work autonomously
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Internet research
• Knowledge of GIS technology beneficial
• Bachelor’s degree in related field desired plus a minimum of 2 years of experience in store location research, including analog and gravity modeling methodology; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Analyst

• Real Estate and Retail

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Tuition assistance