Sr Merchant Analytics Analyst

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth. Academy’s Senior Merchant Analytics Analyst will manage analytical projects autonomously and with minimal guidance from more senior team members, rely on knowledge of our business and data to create analyses that give insight and direction to the business. This role requires top level, polished communication to not only deliver data, but also to provide an answer to the business problem and to give the data/analysis context. Job Description: Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in a quantitative field Work Experiences: 3 – 5 years in advanced analytical role, preferably in a professional services or analytics environment Skills: Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a passion for digital analytics and working with data Experience with retail, data mining and relational database concepts Excellent problem-solving skills Excellent quantitative and analytical skills Excellent data storytelling and presentation skills Familiarity with test design and execution Must demonstrate strong capability in at least one technical discipline Detail-oriented, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Self-motivated with ability to complete projects from request to presentation Ability to make strategic recommendations based on analysis results to a non-analytical audience Strong written and verbal communication skills to disseminate complex analysis into actionable insights Ability to effectively prioritize, multi-task and work under tight timelines. Sense of usability and user experience design Experience/Expertise with Microsoft Excel, SQL Experience/Expertise with Databases, Reporting, and Data Visualization solutions (such as MicroStrategy and Google Big Query) Experience/Expertise with Oracle Retail, Python (preferred) Superior understanding of business context and/or relevant execution experience in assigned business processes Can address complex challenges independently Can expertly tailor communications for intended audiences at all levels of the organization. Ability to identify and recommend new projects/enhancements Ability to mentor/train other analysts Knowledge of/experience with Journey Mapping and Voice of the Customer (VOC) a plus Responsibilities: Exhibit analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly scope and deliver on an analytical ask from the Merchandise Planning & Allocation team. Produce easy-to-understand, error-free, timely oral and written deliverables including dashboards and reports for key business indicators. Work iteratively to refine solution as needed Provide support to MP&A team for standard and customized report needs. Translate business needs into well-defined analytics efforts Assist with development of methodology to define common, consistent approaches and standards for MP&A reporting Work independently and with teams to deliver results and presentations to stakeholders. Participate in developing analytically sound solutions Leverage trends, methodologies, and best practices within analytics Build strong relationships across multiple disciplines and teams (Planning, Merchants, Private Label, Merchant Support, IT etc.) Provide training, technical, functional, or retail knowledge leadership to other Team Members, where appropriate Execute testing/validation for reporting components of assigned projects Be the established point of contact for business partners to consult with to solve business problems Can independently organize workload and task execution for both self and project team Ability to identify and recommend new opportunities to create/enhance reports Develop a thorough understanding of and follow Academy’s policies, procedures, and safety rules Duties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned Physical Requirements & Attendance: Regular attendance required Flexible work schedule to support business needs Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior MicroStrategy experience is a plus Full time Equal Employment Opportunity Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. Academy® Sports Outdoors is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor retailers. It’s no surprise that we not only know how to create experiences for our customers, but for our team members as well. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them the most has been at the core of the Academy® culture for over 80 years. With more than 22,000 team members, we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.