Consultant, Retail Analytics

Who is this for

If turning complex data into clear strategic insights drives you, this is your opportunity. Fornax is seeking a Strategic Data Consultant who bridges the gap between technical analytics and business decision-making in the Retail domain.

We are looking for a data-savvy consultant who excels at interpreting data warehouse outputs, translating findings into actionable strategies, and empowering teams to make confident data-driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Data Interpretation & Strategic Insights ( 25 % )

• Analyze complex datasets from data warehouses to identify business-critical patterns, trends, and anomalies
• Transform raw analytics outputs into clear, actionable strategic recommendations for business stakeholders
• Conduct deep-dive analyses on customer behavior, sales performance, inventory optimization, and market trends
• Develop data-driven hypotheses and validate them through comprehensive analytical investigations
• Create executive-level insights summaries that translate technical findings into business language
• Identify correlations and causations in data that inform strategic business decisions

Team Enablement ( 20 % )

• Train and upskill cross-functional teams on data interpretation, analytics tools, and data-driven decision making
• Develop standardized frameworks and methodologies for teams to independently analyze and interpret data
• Create data literacy programs tailored to different organizational levels and functional areas
• Facilitate data interpretation workshops and training sessions for business stakeholders
• Design self-service analytics guidelines and best practices for non-technical users
• Mentor business teams on asking the right analytical questions and interpreting results correctly

Strategic Decision Support ( 25 % )

• Partner with business leaders to translate strategic questions into analytical frameworks and data requirements
• Provide data-backed recommendations for key business decisions including product launches, market expansion, and customer acquisition strategies
• Develop and maintain strategic KPI frameworks that align with business objectives and data capabilities
• Lead data-driven strategic planning sessions and quarterly business reviews
• Create scenario analysis and predictive models to support strategic planning and risk assessment
• Validate business assumptions and strategies through comprehensive data analysis

Analytics Strategy & Implementation (25%)

• Design analytics roadmaps that align data capabilities with business strategic priorities
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure data models and dashboards support strategic decision-making needs
• Define and prioritize analytics use cases that deliver maximum business value
• Establish data governance frameworks for strategic decision-making processes
• Monitor and optimize the effectiveness of data-driven strategies and recommend improvements

Key Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, or related quantitative field
• MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or analytics consulting in retail
• Proven track record of translating data insights into successful business strategies
• Experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams in strategic decision-making processes