Senior Development Analyst

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Use strategy, data, and tools to develop and maintain the Network Plan for each metro, establishing specific trade areas for new store placement based on overall goals, trade area dynamics, site availability, and performance potential.
• Assess the need and opportunity for relocating existing stores to improve performance and value within the network.
• Collaborate with the field Real Estate team on Network Plans and provide feedback on new site pursuits relative to planned trade areas.
• Interact cross-functionally with internal stakeholders including Operations, Asset Optimization, Planning, and others to refine the Network Plan by metro.
• Continuously refine Network Planning strategies and tactics to improve store performance.
• Develop and implement new tools and analytical approaches to support planning efforts.
• Measure the execution of Network Planning initiatives by the field team and provide regular updates on progress.
• Evaluate the financial impact of planning efforts at short and long-term intervals, providing analysis and insights.
• Provide formal training on Network Planning methodologies and GIS tools to new Real Estate team members.
• Interact with other functions within the Network Planning team, including GIS tool development, trade area score modeling, and store data analysis, to enhance planning effectiveness.
• Assist Asset Optimization team with decisions related to store lease renewals based on long-term network plans.

Requirements

• Preferably hold a Bachelor's/4-year Degree.
• Experience in Real Estate or Development is a plus but not required; operational experience is also beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply strategy to data.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools, including GIS/mapping tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting to large groups and engaging in one-on-one interactions.
• Ability to build a strong case for decisions based on fact-based analysis.

Nice to Have

• Experience in Real Estate or Development.
• Operational experience related to store networks.
• Experience with GIS/mapping tools and trade area analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/4-year Degree preferred.

Benefits & Perks

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