Sr. Advanced Quantitative Research Analyst, Own Brand

H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation, operating over 380 stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $43 billion. H-E-B has led the way with creative new concepts and outstanding service. Our Customer Insights team ensures the voice of the customer and Partner is represented throughout the organization everyday by using qualitative and quantitative research, geospatial insights, analytics, and sensory research. Our approach to insights makes H-E-B well-known for tailoring and serving our customers better than anyone else. 

As a Senior Advanced Quantitative Research Analyst for Own Brand, you'll work cross-functionally with the Own Brand (private label) and Merchant organization to design, execute, and analyze quantitative consumer research studies that inform brand, product, and design of our world-class private label product portfolio. You will contribute to project scoping, survey design, statistical analysis and quant-based reporting.  

Successful analysts in this role understand the power of qual and quant working together to inform a customer centric development process. They are proficient at all phases of the research process, possess strong project management skills, and thrive in a high energy cross-functional work environment. They are effective and influential communicators, naturally curious, and have a knack for quickly building trusted relationships with stakeholders.  

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company. 

Do you have a:  
HEART FOR PEOPLE... personal leadership skills?  
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... knowledge of advanced analytics techniques?   
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to master turning data into actionable business recommendations? 
 

Who are we looking for? 
- Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Market Research, Marketing Analytics, Statistics, or related field; master's degree a plus  
- 5+ years of experience in quantitative research, preferably in a retail, CPG or other consumer-facing industry 
- 5+ years of experience using statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS, Python) 

- Experience working with a range of stakeholders (strategy, brand, marketing, design creatives, product development, merchant, etc.) 

- Regular exposure to or first-hand experience with qualitative research / mixed methodologies 

What is the work?  

- Designs and executes primary consumer research, including, but not limited to, surveys informing product development, brand development, positioning / assortment / attribute strategy and optimization, pricing sensitivity studies, monadic testing, max diff and conjoint analysis, etc. 
- Influences activation meetings to help identify research objectives, goals, methodologies, timelines, and potential implications of findings 

- Leads in planning, writing, designing, and programming quantitative research questionnaires; ensures survey functionality, question integrity and data accuracy, with minimal direction   
- Identifies, analyzes and interprets trends or patters in complex data sets, with minimal direction  

- Leads analysis and interpretation of trends or patterns in complex structured and unstructured data sets 

- Creates and presents research reports that provide a clear, comprehensive, motivating, and actionable data story  

- Communicates the research process and results to other analysts and business stakeholders 

- Collaborates with Qualitative counterparts on any multi-phased / mixed methodology research initiatives 

- Participates in cross-functional strategy meetings, acting as the Voice of the Customer throughout the product development process and influencing customer led decision making 

- Will assist or lead qualitative Brand Strategy and Design research initiatives, as needed 
 

What is your background? 
- Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Market Research, Marketing Analytics, Statistics, or related field; master's degree a plus  
- 5+ years of experience in quantitative research, preferably in a retail, CPG or other consumer-facing industry 
- 5+ years of experience using statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS, Python) 

- Experience working with a range of stakeholders (strategy, brand, marketing, design creatives, product development, merchant, etc.) 

- Regular exposure to or first-hand experience with qualitative research / mixed methodologies 

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Senior Advanced Quantitative Brand Insights Analyst? 

- Knowledge of consumer primary research methods, including survey design, experimental design, sampling methodologies and other advanced survey methods 

- Experience with Sawtooth Software, Qualtrics, or other survey tools 

- Proficiency in MS Office; strong Excel skills 

- Strong Data Visualization skills  

- Working knowledge of data analytics language and its associated tools such as R, SAS, Python is a plus 
- Strong ability to identify problems, gather / interpret data, identify trends, and provide relevant, actionable results 

- Ability to analyze and interpret both structured and unstructured data to provide a comprehensive understanding of the information  

- Ability to query and organize large data  

- Working knowledge of unstructured data analytics techniques 
- Strong ability to explain technical information to a broad range of audiences  
- Strong analytical and project management skills  
- Strong organization and time management skills  

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between tasks 

- Ability to adapt in a high-energy and dynamic teamwork environment  
- Strong written / verbal communication and presentation skills  
- Takes initiative and is a resourceful self-starter  

- Interpersonal skills to work effectively with analysts across research disciplines 

-Ability to quickly build trusted relationships with stakeholders, leaders, and colleagues 

- Strong ability to influence different audiences 
 
Can you...  
- Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment  
- Travel by car or plane with overnight stays  
- Sit for extended periods of time  
- Work extended hours