Strategic Planning Analyst jobs in Richardson, TX

▶ Who we are

Imagine working in a place where continuous improvement and innovation is celebrated and rewarded; where fast-paced, high-impact teams come together to positively drive results for one of the largest & most iconic brands in the world.

As the only rapidly growing retailer, you may know us as your friendly neighborhood store. You probably know our familiar name, have seen our pervasive logo, and have tried our highly sought-after products, such as Slurpee® and Big Bite®.  “Brain Freeze” is a 7-Eleven registered trademark for our 53-year old Slurpee® and with over 77,000 stores globally (more than any other retailer or food service provider), we sell over 14 million a month.

But there’s a lot more to our story and much more left to be written.  We are transforming our business, ensuring we are customer obsessed and digitally enabled to seamlessly link our brick and mortar stores with digital products and services. 

At 7-Eleven the entrepreneurial spirit is in our DNA and has been ever since our inception 90 years ago. It’s what drove us to invent the convenience industry in 1927 by envisioning how a simple ice dock could provide household staples such as milk and eggs to better serve the needs of our customers.

Today we are redefining convenience and the customer experience in big ways...we are fundamentally changing our culture and we want talented, innovative, customer obsessed, and entrepreneurial people like you to come make history with us. 

▶ How we lead

At 7-Eleven we are guided by our Leadership Principles.

1. Be Customer Obsessed
2. Be Courageous with Your Point of View
3. Challenge the Status Quo
4. Act Like an Entrepreneur
5. Have an “It Can Be Done” Attitude
6. Do the Right Thing
7. Be Accountable

Each principle has a defined set of behaviors which help guide the 7-Eleven team to Serve Customers and Support Stores.

▶ About This Opportunity

Job Summary:

7-Eleven, a leader in the convenience store industry, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Strategy Analyst. This role is pivotal in driving 7-Eleven's growth and success by providing strategic analysis and insights in various areas, ranging from broad macro-economic trends down to competitive benchmarking. The Analyst will collaborate closely with management to identify and address strategic business needs and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer retail industry insights as a thought leader, covering a spectrum of topics from consumer behavior to technological advancements.
• Analyze trends in retail, e-commerce, and convenience store sectors, identifying key drivers of change.
• Conduct competitive analysis and macroeconomic assessments, and support investor relations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, contributing to long-term business strategies and tactical implementation.
• Develop and align strategic analysis with Planning Department and leadership across functions.
• Create executive-level presentations and reports for senior management and Board meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

• Curiosity and a drive to uncover new trends and insights.
• Experience in research and trend analysis within the retail, e-commerce, and technology sectors.
• Proven analytical skills, adept at data visualization and narrative storytelling.
• Capability to work within global, cross-functional structures, managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in leveraging advanced research tools such as Bloomberg, FactSet, AlphaSense, and government statistics websites.
• Strategic, adaptable mindset, comfortable influencing in a matrixed organization.

You're Good At:

• Independent, entrepreneurial work ethic with robust problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective knowledge management and communication, especially with senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach in virtual, dynamic settings.
• Creativity and innovation, adept at navigating complex situations.

You Bring (Experience & Qualifications):

• 2-5 years of relevant research experience across convenience store, foodservice, consumer packaged goods, or retail industries. Consulting background is a plus.
• Master’s Degree required; Fields like Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or related quantitative areas are preferred.
• Strong skills in PowerPoint and Excel required; familiarity with data visualization tools is a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.