DICK'S Sporting Goods · 13 hours ago
Lead Data & Insights Analyst - Operations (REMOTE)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$76K/yr - $125K/yr
6+ years expDICK’S Sporting Goods is seeking a strategic and highly experienced Lead Data & Insights Analyst to support their Teammate Analytics - Operations organization. This role focuses on improving store inventory accuracy and optimizing operational strategies through data-driven insights and collaboration with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor to Store Ops, LP, Supply Chain, Merchandising, and Technology leaders
Translate complex data into actionable insights that inform operational strategy, particularly concerning store inventory but inclusive of general processes
Lead proactive discoveries to identify opportunities and diagnose root causes in store inventory, store-to-store transfers, fulfillment accuracy, and receiving processes
Partner closely with Data Engineering to define data model requirements, prototype inventory performance reporting, and shape scalable pipeline needs for inventory datasets (RFID, cycle counts, transfers, ASN alignment, etc.)
Function as the subject matter expert for store-inventory analytics, shrink, and store logistics, while supporting broader operations domains as needed
Design and execute complex analytical work—including variance analysis, regression, segmentations, and test measurement frameworks (A/B, Diff-in-Diff, and natural experiments)
Lead the design, measurement, and interpretation of in-store experiments, including technology and process initiatives (RFID enhancements, fulfillment process changes, receiving or transfer procedures)
Build and maintain common inventory metrics, definitions, and benchmarks to create a clear and consistent operational measurement framework across the enterprise
Perform advanced data analysis using SQL (GCP or Databricks), Python/R, and related tools to produce impactful insights with clear, actionable recommendations
Partner with Data Science and Technology teams to support model development (forecasting, allocation logic, shrink prediction, inventory optimization) and inform measurement strategies
Assist managers in mentoring and coaching analysts across the organization in analytical best practices, inventory measurement, and tooling
Elevate analytical maturity across Store Ops by establishing repeatable frameworks, reusable code, and consistent inventory measurement practices
Lead knowledge-sharing efforts on inventory accuracy, shrink analytics, RFID data structures, and operational test design
Qualification
Required
6+ years in analytics with 2-4 years supporting retail, merchant operations, inventory, or supply chain
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level Preferred in Economics, Statistics, Liberal Arts or Related Field
6+ Years of Experience
SQL, R, Python, experience with BI tools (Tableau, Qlik, PowerBI); Testing and Optimization Tools; GCP or Azure Experience
Preferred
Advanced SQL; advanced R and/or Python
Strong experience in Databricks, GCP, or Azure
Deep expertise with BI tools (Tableau, PowerBI, Qlik)
Mastery of test-and-learn design (A/B, MVT, DiffinDiff) and tools (APT/MarketDial preferred)
Experience with inventory accuracy analytics, shrink measurement, cycle counting, RFID, inventory reconciliation, and store receiving/transfers
Understanding of allocation, replenishment, and store/DC handoff processes
Background in evaluating fulfillment accuracy (BOPIS, ship-from-store) and process defects
Data model development
Econometric and regression modeling
Forecasting, simulations, segmentation, clustering
KPI creation, rationalization, and metric stewardship
Exceptional ability to translate analysis into clear narratives
Skilled in executive storytelling, PowerPoint development, and data visualization
Proven ability to influence senior leaders
Retail or B2C environment strongly preferred
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DICK'S Sporting Goods
Dick's Sporting Goods is an authentic full-line sporting goods retailer offering a broad assortment of brand name sporting goods equipment
10001+ employees
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2002-10-16IPO
Leadership Team
Edward W. Stack
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Lauren Hobart
President and CEO; Member of Board of Directors
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