Lead Insight Analyst

Retail Insight

. Act as a trusted analytics partner to internal teams and client stakeholders .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and insight generation, with a strong ability to translate complex datasets into actionable recommendations. Proven experience in managing analytical projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive commercial value in retail and consumer-facing industries.

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Data AnalysisSQLPower BITableauAnalytical Project Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisStatistical MethodologiesRetail Performance MetricsAdvanced ExcelInsight Generation

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsMentoringProactive ApproachCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauSQLExcel

Industry Keywords

Grocery RetailFMCGConsumer-Facing IndustriesCommercial Insights

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a trusted analytics partner to internal teams and client stakeholders
Manage and deliver bespoke, ad-hoc insight requests across business functions
Translate complex datasets into meaningful, actionable recommendations driving commercial value
Identify trends, risks and opportunities within retail performance data
Present analytical findings and recommendations clearly and compellingly
Lead analytical projects from initial brief through delivery
Ensure 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 client needs and business priorities
Identify opportunities to improve analytical processes, approaches and outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Ability to interpret complex datasets and identify opportunities
Proven ability to translate data into practical, commercially focused recommendations
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience managing analytical projects and balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
Proactive approach with confidence to challenge assumptions, ask questions and recommend solutions
Experience supporting or mentoring other analysts would be advantageous
Experience within grocery retail, FMCG or consumer-facing industries would be advantageous
Experience with SQL
Experience with Power BI, Tableau or similar data visualisation tools
Advanced Excel
Data analysis and statistical methodologies
Retail, sales or customer performance metrics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Summer hours
Extra days off for life's big moments, including birthday and wedding
26 days PTO, increasing with service
Paid volunteer days
Mental health resources and wellbeing support
Top-tier learning platform
Career progression plans
Support to create an ideal home workspace
Comprehensive medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
6% matched retirement plan
Annual phone reimbursement
Onsite gym access
Customisable benefits via online platform