Industry Strategy Retail Analyst Accenture

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As a Product Strategy / Retail Strategy Analyst at Accenture, you will be responsible for collaborating with leading retail clients globally to develop and execute global strategies, manage complex change initiatives, and integrate solutions to address evolving business challenges. You will play a key role in conducting market research and analysis, identifying trends and opportunities in the retail industry, and analyzing clients" businesses, markets, and competitors to make informed recommendations. Additionally, you will work on developing and executing strategies related to Merchandising, Digital, Supply Chain, Marketing, Inventory Management, and Value Realization to drive sales growth, improve profits, and expand into new markets and revenue streams. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the retail industry. - Collaborate with retail firms to develop and execute strategies in various areas such as Merchandising, Digital, Supply Chain, and Marketing. - Provide solutions for complex client problems using issue-based problem-solving techniques. - Construct business cases and value analyses. - Partner with CEOs to design future-proof operating models. - Prepare and deliver strategic plans and recommendations to clients. - Monitor industry trends and inform clients of potential opportunities and threats. Professional Skills: - Strategic mindset to develop innovative strategies and operating models. - Strong project management skills to motivate teams and achieve strategic goals. - Issue-based problem-solving abilities. - Functional and industry knowledge in retail organizations. - Business acumen to drive actionable outcomes for clients. - Analytical skills to gather data-driven insights. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. - Cross-cultural competence to thrive in a dynamic environment. Requirements: - MBA from a Tier 1 business school. - Minimum 1-3 years of work experience with retail companies. - Post-MBA experience in Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Organization Strategy, Pricing & Promotions Strategy, Growth & Innovation, Business Planning, Merchandise planning, Inventory Management, Assortment optimization, Supply Chain, Sales & Marketing, Consumer Marketing, etc. in the Retail industry. - Retail industry knowledge and experience in emerging and developed markets. Experience: - Minimum 3 years of experience in the retail industry or strategy expertise in the retail industry. Educational Qualification: - Full-time MBA. Join Accenture today to make a significant impact on the retail industry and drive transformative changes with your strategic insights and analytical skills.,