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Retail Sales Analytics Manager

Fortune Brands, Deerfield, IL, United States


Retail Sales Analytics Manager Location:

Hybrid, HQ in Deerfield, IL (remote days Mon & Fri)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead end-to-end analytical problem solving by translating complex business questions into structured analyses that drive actionable insights and recommendations

Synthesize multiple data sources (e.g., POS, shipment, forecast, and market data) to uncover trends, identify opportunities, and inform strategic decision‑making

Translate data into compelling, executive‑ready storytelling, clearly communicating insights, risks, and opportunities to influence business direction

Partner cross‑functionally with Product Management, Sales, Finance, IT, and Revenue Growth Management to align on priorities, shape strategies, and activate insights

Influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including senior leadership, by delivering clear recommendations grounded in data and business context

Design and deliver scalable reporting and dashboards that not only monitor performance but highlight key drivers and enable proactive decision‑making

Identify and size growth opportunities through analysis of sales performance, customer behavior, and market trends, providing recommendations to improve revenue and profitability

Drive forecasting and planning insights, supporting key business processes with data‑backed perspectives and scenario analysis

Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance data quality, streamline processes, and advance analytical capabilities

Act as a strategic thought partner to the business, proactively bringing forward insights and challenging assumptions to improve outcomes

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in economics, Business, Finance, Marketing or related field is required

5+ years of experience in a role using forecasting, point of sale, or financial data, and related analytics required

3+ years of proven experience delivering recommendations grounded in data and business strategies using data and insights to influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including senior leadership

Industry experience and understanding of the retail and e‑commerce business

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights

Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Proven experience in extracting, manipulating, and analyzing sales data to draw meaningful conclusions and deliver clear, actionable recommendations

Strong ability to translate complex analytical findings into compelling insights and persuasive storytelling

Background in sales and/or marketing analytics, ideally within consumer brands; experience collaborating with buying and planning teams at major U.S. retailers is a plus

Able to demonstrate examples of developing and communicating data‑driven insights that influenced strategic, fact‑based decision‑making at senior leadership levels

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Salary:

$90,000 - $143,000 USD plus annual bonus or role‑based sales incentive plan

Benefits include comprehensive health plans, 401(k) with company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off, adoption benefits, and ERGs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Fortune Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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