Retail Sales Analytics Manager

Master Lock • Deerfield, IL

1d • $90,000 - $143,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Retail Sales Analytics Manager to join our team and drive impactful, data-informed decision making across the Retail business. In this role, you will partner closely with cross-functional leaders including Product Management, Sales, Finance, IT/Business Intelligence, Executive leadership and Revenue Growth Management to translate complex data into clear, compelling insights that influence strategy and unlock growth opportunities. This role goes beyond reporting to focus on storytelling through data, connecting multiple data resources (POS, shipment forecast and market data) to develop actionable insights and recommendations. You will play a critical role in shaping business direction by identifying trends, uncovering opportunities, and delivering executive-ready narratives that support planning forecasting and performance optimization. The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of analytical rigor and business acumen, with the ability to synthesize data into meaningful stories, influence stakeholders and operate independently in a highly collaborative environment. Location: This position is eligible for a hybrid environment working out of our HQ location in Deerfield, IL. Remote days are Monday and Friday.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Business, Finance, Marketing or related field is required
• 5+ years of experience in a role using forecasting, point of sale, or financial data, and related analytics required.
• 3+ years of proven experience delivering recommendations grounded in data and business strategies using data and insights to influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including senior leadership
• Industry experience and understanding of the retail and e-commerce business.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience in extracting, manipulating, and analyzing sales data to draw meaningful conclusions and deliver clear, actionable recommendations.
• Strong ability to translate complex analytical findings into compelling insights and persuasive storytelling.
• Able to demonstrate examples of developing and communicating data‑driven insights that influenced strategic, fact‑based decision-making at senior leadership levels.

Nice To Haves

• Background in sales and/or marketing analytics, ideally within consumer brands; experience collaborating with buying and planning teams at major U.S. retailers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end analytical problem solving by translating complex business questions into structured analyses that drive actionable insights and recommendations
• Synthesize multiple data sources (e.g., POS, shipment, forecast, and market data) to uncover trends, identify opportunities, and inform strategic decision-making
• Translate data into compelling, executive-ready storytelling, clearly communicating insights, risks, and opportunities to influence business direction
• Partner cross-functionally with Product Management, Sales, Finance, IT, and Revenue Growth Management to align on priorities, shape strategies, and activate insights
• Influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including senior leadership, by delivering clear recommendations grounded in data and business context
• Design and deliver scalable reporting and dashboards that not only monitor performance but highlight key drivers and enable proactive decision-making
• Identify and size growth opportunities through analysis of sales performance, customer behavior, and market trends, providing recommendations to improve revenue and profitability
• Drive forecasting and planning insights, supporting key business processes with data-backed perspectives and scenario analysis
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance data quality, streamline processes, and advance analytical capabilities
• Act as a strategic thought partner to the business, proactively bringing forward insights and challenging assumptions to improve outcomes

Benefits

• Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay.
• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $90,000 USD - $143,000 USD.
• In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.
• At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more.
• We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees