Data Analyst – Junior

Planet Group; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group is seeking a junior Data Analyst in Framingham, MA, on a hybrid basis for a 3-month engagement. The role focuses on turning large datasets into actionable insights to support marketing strategies, store experiences, and merchandising decisions.

You will lead research projects, analyze consumer perceptions, and develop dashboards to communicate findings across the organization. Strong presentation and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in consumer insights or market research.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to turn data into clear, meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative research projects, including monthly and seasonal tracking studies and customer panel engagement activities.
• Analyze customer feedback to identify consumer perceptions, brand strengths, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop dashboards and reports to communicate consumer insights across the organization.
• Analyze quantitative data and use qualitative research to understand the reasons behind consumer behaviors and trends.
• Collaborate with business partners to present findings and provide actionable recommendations.
• Create clear, compelling presentations that tell a story through data.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Data storytelling

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Data Analyst - Junior

Location: Framingham MA. Hybrid

3 months

Pay $43/hr.

Overview

The Consumer Insights & Analytics Team is looking for a motivated contractor to support consumer research and data analysis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with large datasets, identifying trends, and turning data into clear, actionable insights that support business decisions.

The contractor will lead ongoing and custom research using customer panels and analyze consumer perceptions of brands and the U.S. retail landscape. These insights will help improve marketing strategies, store experiences, and merchandising decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative research projects, including monthly and seasonal tracking studies and customer panel engagement activities.
• Analyze customer feedback to identify consumer perceptions, brand strengths, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop dashboards and reports to communicate consumer insights across the organization.
• Analyze quantitative data and use qualitative research to understand the reasons behind consumer behaviors and trends.
• Collaborate with business partners to present findings and provide actionable recommendations.
• Create clear, compelling presentations that tell a story through data.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in consumer insights or market research.
• Strong curiosity and interest in understanding customer behavior and market trends.
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to turn complex data into clear, meaningful insights.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain findings concisely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to understand the bigger picture.
• Excellent collaboration and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.