Hybrid Retail Strategy Analyst: Data-Driven Growth & Insights

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Retail Strategy Analyst to join their Sandton team. This role focuses on developing and refining retail strategy, leveraging data to identify market opportunities, optimize performance, and drive profitable growth.

You will conduct market research, analyze sales data, build financial models, and present clear recommendations to senior management. The position supports hybrid work with on-site collaboration and cross-functional teamwork to

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in retail strategy, business analysis, or market research.
• Proficient in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Hybrid work capability and ability to work independently and with teams.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis and competitive intelligence.
• Analyze sales data, customer behavior, and operational metrics to identify trends.
• Develop financial models and forecasts for strategic planning.
• Evaluate current retail strategies and recommend improvements.
• Identify new market opportunities for expansion or innovation.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations to align strategies.
• Monitor KPIs and track progress against goals.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging retail trends.
• Support business cases for new initiatives and investments.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strategic thinking

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Business/ Economics/ Finance/ Marketing

MBA or Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Retail Strategy Analyst to join their Sandton team. This role focuses on developing and refining retail strategy, leveraging data to identify market opportunities, optimize performance, and drive profitable growth.

You will conduct market research, analyze sales data, build financial models, and present clear recommendations to senior management. The position supports hybrid work with on-site collaboration and cross-functional teamwork to