Experienced Data Analyst II – arenaflex Data Ventures Team – Retail & E-commerce Data Insights

Join arenaflex's Data Ventures Team as a Data Analyst II

arenaflex is revolutionizing the retail industry through the power of data analytics and innovation. As a global leader in retail technology, we're transforming how businesses understand customer behavior, optimize operations, and drive strategic decision-making. Our Data Ventures team sits at the heart of this transformation, unlocking the full potential of data to create innovative solutions that arenaflex and our partners rely on every day.

About arenaflex Data Ventures

arenaflex Data Ventures exists to unlock the full value of arenaflex's vast data resources by developing and productizing B2B data initiatives that empower vendors and suppliers to make faster, better decisions for their businesses. This represents a transformative shift in how we approach data utilization across the retail ecosystem, creating unprecedented opportunities for individuals who are passionate about turning complex data into actionable insights.

The Opportunity: Data Analyst II

We're seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst II to join our dynamic Data Ventures/Continuous Improvement team. This position represents a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of data, technology, and business strategy, where your analytical expertise will directly impact product development initiatives and business outcomes across arenaflex's digital platforms.

While this role is not remote and requires in-office presence 3 days per week, we're specifically considering candidates local to Bentonville, AR or Dallas, TX who can work onsite. If you're not local but interested in this opportunity, please indicate "open to relocation" at the top of your resume for consideration. Please note that this position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

Key Responsibilities

As a Data Analyst II on our Data Ventures team, you'll be instrumental in interpreting and analyzing data that drives arenaflex's strategic initiatives. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Research, collect, and analyze customer data, transforming raw information into actionable insights that inform business decisions
• Design and develop client-driven dashboards that capture key performance indicators, providing product teams with critical insights for strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with various Data Ventures teams, leveraging your analytical expertise alongside theirs to analyze, evaluate, and provide insights about arenaflex's customers that drive our business strategies
• Partner with stakeholders across arenaflex Digital Citizenship, arenaflex Global Tech, and product teams to promote the ethical and responsible use of data and technology
• Enable new data products by providing them with accurate, high-quality data that powers their functionality and value
• Improve product efficiency by focusing on data optimization to reduce costs while maintaining or enhancing performance
• Ensure the safety and security of arenaflex's data assets, helping our customers succeed through reliable, trustworthy information
• Collaborate with business and product partners to solve challenging business problems and identify trends and opportunities
• Apply expertise in quantitative analysis, data mining, and data presentation to see beyond the numbers and deliver meaningful insights
• Define and evaluate key performance metrics for new product launches
• Create data visualizations to monitor and measure the impact of product initiatives and address unique business challenges
• Identify new metrics to help improve key financial data insights, understanding root causes for changes in measurements
• Conduct exploratory data analysis including hypothesis testing, statistical inference, and quantitative analysis
• Collaborate with data stewards and data engineering teams to gather and process correct information from various sources
• Work effectively cross-functionally and communicate data and insights to non-technical leadership teams

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Finance, or related field
• OR 2+ years of experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Experience in the retail or finance industry sectors
• Successful completion of assessments in data analytics and Business Intelligence tools and scripting languages (such as SQL, Python, Spark, Scala, R, Power BI, or Tableau)
• Strong experimental data analysis skills and ability to create analytical, data-driven recommendations and solutions
• Experience with languages used to manipulate data and draw insights from large datasets (SQL, Python, Presto, etc.)
• Strong storytelling experience with data visualizations in Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or similar tools
• Experience with data quality tools like Google DataPlex (Collibra Data Quality or SAS Data Management or IBM InfoSphere Data Server)
• Experience with quality testing using Selenium, Cucumber, or Tosca
• Experience building multi-step ETL jobs/data pipelines and working with job scheduling systems
• Experience processing complex data on cloud platforms (preferably Google BigQuery and Hive)
• Experience working with Data Modeling (E-R) and strong BI concepts
• Understanding of statistics and machine learning models
• Persuasive, engaging oral and written communication skills with ability to build strong, effective relationships
• Comfortable with shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Additional Technologies & Tools

Experience with the following tools and technologies is also considered valuable for this role:

• Oracle, Teradata, Hive
• AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse Analytics
• Snowflake
• Various BI and analytics platforms

Career Growth & Development

arenaflex is committed to the continuous growth and development of our team members. As a Data Analyst II, you'll have access to:

• Mentorship from senior data professionals with extensive experience in retail analytics
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge data initiatives that transform how retail businesses operate
• Clear career advancement paths within arenaflex's data analytics and technology divisions
• Regular training and upskilling opportunities in emerging data technologies and methodologies
• Exposure to multiple data specializations including Data Preparation, Data Quality, Product Analytics, Security and Controls, and Data Support

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that reflects our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent:

• Competitive salary range of $35-$40/hour (approximately $72,800-$83,200 annually)
• Performance-based incentive awards and bonuses
• 401(k) match program to help you save for retirement
• Stock purchase plan for eligible employees
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy
• Multiple health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employee discounts on arenaflex products and services

Work Environment & Culture

arenaflex fosters a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives are valued. Our Data Ventures team operates with a blend of structured analysis and creative problem-solving, allowing you to make meaningful contributions while developing your professional expertise.

We believe that our greatest strength comes from the diversity of our team members. arenaflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best positioned to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we truly know them. This means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity in styles, experiences, backgrounds, abilities, ideas and opinions while being inclusive of all.

About arenaflex

At arenaflex, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability — and everything in between. As an arenaflex team member, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of retail, technology, marketing, finance and many other industries — all while impacting the lives of millions of customers worldwide. Here, your work makes a difference every day.

How to Apply

If you're ready to apply your analytical expertise to transform how retail businesses leverage data, we encourage you to submit your application. To be considered for this role, please ensure you have the following documents ready:

• Proof of qualifications (degree certificate with mark sheets)
• Passport size photographs
• Signature

All eligible candidates can apply for this position through our online application portal. Please read the official notification carefully from the official website before applying. Fill out the application form completely, attach the required documents and passport size photo with signature, then submit your application. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!

arenaflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best positioned to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we truly know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity of styles, experiences, backgrounds, abilities, ideas and opinions while being inclusive of all.