Lead Insight Analyst

Retail Insight•Minneapolis, MN

19h

About The Position

Retail Insight is seeking a Lead Insight Analyst to deliver high-impact analytics that influence commercial decisions and measurable outcomes for retail clients. The role is a trusted analytics-partner position rather than a traditional reporting role, working with internal teams and client stakeholders to turn complex data into clear, actionable recommendations. The analyst will address a variety of analytical challenges and bespoke business questions, and help clients make better decisions. The role works collaboratively with Retail Insight colleagues and client stakeholders to provide analysis for strategic and operational decision-making. It also involves leading analytical projects, supporting junior analysts, collaborating across functions, and helping evolve insight solutions in response to client needs and business priorities.

Requirements

Significant experience in data, analytics or insight-focused roles.
Experience working with business stakeholders or external clients to understand requirements and deliver meaningful insights.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify opportunities.
Ability to translate data into practical, commercially focused recommendations.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at different levels.
Experience managing analytical projects and balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
A proactive approach, including confidence to challenge assumptions, ask questions and recommend solutions.
Experience with SQL.
Experience with Power BI, Tableau or similar data visualisation tools.
Experience with advanced Excel.
Knowledge of data analysis and statistical methodologies.
Knowledge of retail, sales or customer performance metrics.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or mentoring other analysts.
Experience within grocery retail, FMCG or consumer-facing industries.

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted analytics partner and build strong relationships with internal teams and client stakeholders.
Manage and deliver bespoke, ad-hoc insight requests across business functions.
Translate complex datasets into meaningful, actionable recommendations that drive commercial value.
Identify trends, risks and opportunities in retail performance data.
Present analytical findings and recommendations clearly and compellingly to stakeholders.
Lead analytical projects from initial brief through delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs and timely execution.
Support and mentor junior analysts, share knowledge and promote analytical best practice.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency, quality and alignment with client objectives.
Help shape and evolve insight solutions based on changing client needs and business priorities.
Identify opportunities to improve analytical processes, approaches and outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible working, summer hours and extra days off for significant life events, including birthdays and weddings.
26 days of PTO, increasing with service.
Paid volunteer days.
Wellbeing support, including mental health resources.
Access to a learning platform and career progression plans.
Support to create a home workspace.
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
6% matched retirement plan.
Annual phone reimbursement.
Onsite gym access.
Customisable benefits via an online platform.