Location Strategy Data Analyst – Placement
JD Sports Fashion Plc is a leading international multi-channel retailer of sports, outdoor and fashion brands.
Responsible to:
Location Strategy Data Analytics Manager
Department:
Property
Location:
Pilsworth, Bury – the candidate should note that this is an office park location which has some, but limited, public transport accessibility, so please review before applying.
Hours:
40 Hours Per Week – flexible working available with a minimum 60% of working hours to be office based.
Expected Start Date:
June/July 2026
Role Overview:
The primary responsibility of this position to support the Location Strategy team’s assessment of store investment opportunities across UK, Europe and other International regions, through the distribution of key reports, maintenance of information databases and performance analysis.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
* Build and maintain key management information databases, including UK, European and International Analogue Models, Competitors, and Shopping Centre KPIs.
* Support the running, mapping, and analysis of the Group checkout survey.
* Development of in-house Global retail venue rankings to prioritise new store openings.
* Produce and distribute monthly competitor activity and impact reports.
* Prepared to travel to assist with fieldwork to support the business case for new store investment.
Skills/Experience
* Currently studying for a degree in Geography, Business or Marketing.
* Passion for spatial analysis and GIS.
* Numerate and analytical with high levels of accuracy.
* A good understanding of Excel.
* Strong communication skills and a good team player.
Salary/Benefits
* NLW
* 25% staff discount
* 20 days annual holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
* Learning and Development training in Microsoft, GIS and Alteryx.
Applications
* Closing Date for applications is Friday 26th January