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# Director of Retail Analytics


Role Overview for Director of Retail Analytics
JRG Partners, a premier HR recruiting firm renowned for connecting top-tier talent with industry-leading organizations, is actively seeking a visionary and results-driven Director of Retail Analytics. This pivotal role offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape the data strategy and analytical capabilities for our esteemed retail clients, driving significant impact on their business performance, customer experience, and operational efficiency. We are looking for an exceptional leader who can transform complex data into actionable insights, foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, and lead a high-performing team of analytics professionals.
In today’s dynamic and rapidly evolving retail landscape, understanding customer behavior, optimizing operations, and predicting market trends are paramount to success. As the Director of Retail Analytics, you will be at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging cutting-edge analytical methodologies and innovative technologies to unlock new growth opportunities. You will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, guiding them through the complexities of vast datasets and providing clear, compelling recommendations that influence critical business decisions across merchandising, marketing, supply chain, and e-commerce.
This role demands a unique blend of deep analytical expertise, strong leadership acumen, and profound business understanding within the retail sector. You will be instrumental in building, mentoring, and inspiring a team, empowering them to deliver exceptional results and continuously push the boundaries of what’s possible with data. If you are passionate about retail, driven by data, and thrive in an environment where your strategic insights directly contribute to business growth and innovation, JRG Partners invites you to explore this exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact with some of the most recognized brands in the industry.
Join us in redefining the future of retail through the power of data and analytics. At JRG Partners, we pride ourselves on placing leaders who not only meet but exceed the strategic demands of their roles, fostering environments of innovation and excellence. Your leadership will be key in developing robust analytical frameworks, implementing advanced predictive models, and ensuring that data insights are seamlessly integrated into strategic planning and operational execution across various retail functions. This position is a chance to leave a significant mark on leading retail enterprises, guiding them towards a more data-informed and customer-centric future.
Key Responsibilities of Director of Retail Analytics
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Develop, champion, and execute a comprehensive retail analytics strategy aligned with overall business objectives and growth initiatives. Identify emerging trends and opportunities within the retail sector to drive competitive advantage.
Team Leadership & Development
Recruit, mentor, coach, and manage a team of highly skilled data scientists, analysts, and business intelligence specialists. Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture focused on continuous learning and professional growth.
Data Architecture & Governance
Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of robust data pipelines, data warehousing solutions, and analytical platforms. Ensure data integrity, quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Advanced Analytics & Modeling
Lead the application of advanced statistical modeling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence techniques to address complex retail challenges. This includes customer segmentation, personalization, demand forecasting, inventory optimization, pricing strategy, merchandising effectiveness, fraud detection, and supply chain efficiency.
Insight Generation & Communication
Translate complex analytical findings into clear, concise, and actionable business insights and recommendations for executive leadership and cross-functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Merchandising, Operations, Finance). Develop compelling data visualizations, dashboards, and presentations to communicate impact effectively.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Partner closely with various departments to understand their analytical needs, define key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure that analytical solutions are integrated into business processes and decision-making workflows.
Technology & Innovation Adoption
Evaluate, recommend, and implement cutting-edge analytics tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance analytical capabilities and efficiency. Stay abreast of industry best practices and evolving landscape of retail analytics, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of innovation.
Performance Measurement & ROI
Establish clear metrics and methodologies to measure the effectiveness and return on investment (ROI) of analytical initiatives, continuously optimizing strategies based on performance data.
Vendor Management
Manage relationships with external data providers, technology vendors, and consulting partners to leverage external expertise and resources effectively.
Ethical Data Use
Ensure all analytical practices adhere to ethical guidelines and privacy regulations, maintaining customer trust and data security.
Requirements for the Director of Retail Analytics
Education
Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Operations Research, or a closely related quantitative field.
Experience
A minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in data analytics, with at least 5-7 years specifically focused on retail analytics. Proven track record of leading and managing high-performing analytics teams in a complex, fast-paced retail environment is essential.
Technical Proficiency

Expert-level proficiency in SQL for data extraction, manipulation, and analysis from large-scale databases (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Azure Synapse).
Advanced skills in statistical programming languages such as Python or R, including extensive experience with relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch for machine learning).
Demonstrable expertise with leading Business Intelligence and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker, QlikView) for dashboard development and reporting.
Strong understanding and hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their respective data and analytics services.
Solid background in advanced statistical modeling, predictive analytics, machine learning algorithms, experimental design (A/B testing), and causal inference.

Domain Expertise
Deep and comprehensive understanding of the retail industry, including key performance indicators (KPIs), customer lifecycle management, merchandising, supply chain logistics, e-commerce operations, marketing attribution, and store operations. Familiarity with various retail business models (e.g., brick-and-mortar, online, omnichannel).
Leadership & Communication Skills
Exceptional leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities with a proven capacity to inspire and develop a diverse team of analytical professionals. Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex analytical concepts and insights clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, identify key business challenges, and translate them into analytical problems that can be solved with data. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
Project Management
Experience managing multiple complex analytical projects simultaneously, from conception to implementation, ensuring timely delivery and measurable impact.
Business Acumen
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect analytical findings directly to business outcomes and financial impact.
Adaptability
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and adapt to new technologies and methodologies quickly.
Benefits & Perks Offered
JRG Partners values its employees and recognizes the importance of a comprehensive benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. As a Director of Retail Analytics placed through JRG Partners, you can expect:

Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities that reward your contributions and impact.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring access to quality healthcare for you and your family.
Robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions to help you plan for your future.
Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, promoting work-life balance.
Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, to support a healthy and productive lifestyle.
Significant opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement through training programs, conferences, and certifications.
A dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive work environment where innovation is encouraged, and diverse perspectives are valued.
Access to cutting-edge tools, technologies, and resources to empower your work and enhance your analytical capabilities.
Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives designed to support your overall well-being.
The chance to work with leading retail brands and make a tangible impact on their strategic direction and growth.

How to Apply
Are you ready to lead the future of retail analytics and drive significant impact for top-tier retail organizations? If you possess the expertise, leadership, and passion for data-driven innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exceptional opportunity. JRG Partners is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
To apply, please submit your detailed resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this Director of Retail Analytics role. Explore more opportunities and learn about our expertise in this sector on the JRG Partners Data & Analytics Staffing page.
We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to a role where your strategic insights will shape the future of retail.