Retail Location Analyst

Kroger
Cincinnati, OH
Play an integral part of the Real Estate team, preparing sales forecasts for new stores, expansion/remodels, closure/impact analysis, and competitive acquisitions. Develop forecasts utilizing gravity and analog methodologies with an emphasis on mid-large metro market analysis. Function as a project manager when necessary and assist in analyst training and development. Gather intelligence from a variety of primary and secondary sources with frequent travel. Organize market data for effective analytics of competitive, economic, population, housing, transportation and land use data. Prepare written and oral presentations of findings for implementation by Real Estate department and other users throughout the company. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Minimum
  • Creative/analytical minded individual
  • Detail orientated and possesses a high degree of initiative
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple overlapping projects simultaneously; sense of urgency
  • Strong written and oral communication skills including ability to communicate analyses and recommendations to senior management
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle confidential information
  • Must be able to collaborate well within and across teams as well as work autonomously
  • Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Internet research
  • Knowledge of GIS technology beneficial.

Desired
  • Bachelor's degree in related field desired plus a minimum of 2 years of experience in store location research, including analog and gravity modeling methodology; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Previous retail experience
  • Complete volume projection studies consisting of site, remodel, conversion and impact scenarios utilizing gravity and analog modeling theory/technology; this includes all phases of fieldwork, data preparation, modeling and final report completion
  • Complete mid - large metro market projects, functioning as project manager in certain situations
  • Assist in developing storing strategies, market reviews, and participate in meetings at division & General Office (G.O.) levels as applicable.
  • Complete miscellaneous projects including demographic, traffic, competitive/market analysis, etc.
  • Work on special projects as required
  • Assist in analyst training and development
  • Travel independently up to 30% throughout U.S.; complete assigned projects and adept as an industry/market expert regarding competitive and market intelligence
  • Maintain awareness of industry trends and developments
  • Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety
Posted 2025-08-27

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