Retail Business Performance Analyst

Location: Secaucus, NJ (100% On-site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: 8–10+ YearsJob Summary We are seeking an experienced Business & Data Analyst with strong expertise in retail, fashion, apparel, or e-commerce. The ideal candidate will have cross-functional experience across retail operations, merchandising, inventory, sales, finance, supply chain, and e-commerce, with the ability to translate business data into actionable insights that improve profitability and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities: Analyze retail sales, merchandising, inventory, e-commerce, and overall business performance. Support budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis, COGS, gross margins, and variance analysis. Analyze SKU/category performance, inventory turnover, demand trends, and merchandise planning. Develop KPI dashboards, financial reports, and business performance analytics. Use Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, and ERP systems to analyze data and automate reporting. Collaborate with Finance, Merchandising, Supply Chain, E-commerce, and Operations teams. Identify revenue growth opportunities, cost savings, and operational improvements. Present data-driven insights and recommendations to business leadership. Required Qualifications8–12+ years of experience in retail business analysis, retail analytics, FP&A, or related roles. Experience in retail, fashion, apparel, e-commerce, or consumer products. Strong understanding of merchandising, inventory, sales, finance, and retail operations. Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, P&L, COGS, margins, and KPI analysis. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in SQL and Power BI/Tableau or similar tools. Experience with ERP or retail systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics. Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Must be willing to work 100% on-site in Secaucus, NJ.Preferred Profile Candidates with broad retail business experience across financial planning, merchandising, inventory management, e-commerce, and supply chain analytics are preferred. The role requires a business-oriented analyst who can connect financial and operational data to drive profitability and support strategic decisions.

Note: Candidates with experience limited to IT systems, dashboard development, or financial reporting without broader retail business exposure may not be a suitable fitrall business profitability.