Remote Retail Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Retail Analyst to join our client’s team, working entirely remotely from South Africa. You will analyze sales performance, customer behavior and market trends to provide actionable insights that inform business strategy.

You will collaborate with marketing, operations and merchandising to identify opportunities for growth, develop reports and dashboards, and present findings to stakeholders in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Retail Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, and BI tools).
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote work environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and market trends to identify insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track retail performance metrics and KPIs.
• Provide recommendations to improve sales strategies, merchandising, and customer engagement.
• Monitor competitor activities and market dynamics to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and merchandising teams to support initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders in a remote setting.

Skills

Excel

SQL

BI software

Tools

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Remote Retail Analyst to join their team, working entirely remotely from within South Africa . This position will focus on analyzing sales performance, customer behavior, and market trends to provide actionable insights that inform business strategy. You will collaborate closely with various departments to identify opportunities for growth and operational efficiency. This role is perfect for an individual who excels in data interpretation and thrives in a virtual, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and market trends to identify key insights and opportunities.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track retail performance metrics and KPIs.
• Provide recommendations to improve sales strategies, merchandising, and customer engagement.
• Monitor competitor activities and market dynamics to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and merchandising teams to support initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Retail Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, BI software).
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote work environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of retail operations and market dynamics is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive remote work benefits.
• Opportunity to work with large datasets and drive strategic decisions.
• Access to professional development and training resources.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive virtual team culture.
• Contribute to the success of a leading retail brand, from anywhere in Queenstown .