Manager - Product
Functions: Data Analyst, MIS
The client is a Venture Funded fast-growing Consumer Technology Start-up based in Chennai, India having raised capital from stellar global Venture capitalists who have invested Billions of dollars globally. The Founders are Seasoned VCs, Investors and Operators.
What makes this role interesting?
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The opportunity to work closely with a globally distributed team.
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The role also involves travelling to various parts of the state (and eventually other states) where the company has its outlets.
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Ownership of projects that have a real-world impact on Nation building - building for Bharat.
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Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards.
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Location: In office - Chennai, India.
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Lead the data analysis and reporting team, delivering actionable insights to drive sales growth, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.
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Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., marketing, operations, product development) to identify and analyze data trends in customer behavior, sales performance, and inventory management.
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Develop, implement, and maintain dashboards and reporting tools that track critical retail KPIs such as sales per square foot, average transaction value (ATV), footfall, and customer retention.
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Ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and integrity by developing robust data collection and validation processes.
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Analyze point-of-sale (POS) data to identify key patterns, product preferences, and market trends.
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Present reports and insights to senior leadership, providing recommendations for improving menu offerings, promotional effectiveness, and store operations.
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Oversee the integration of data from various platforms (POS systems, CRM, loyalty programs, etc.) to build a comprehensive view of the business.
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Develop predictive models and trend forecasts to guide inventory management, staffing needs, and marketing strategies.
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Maintain compliance with data privacy regulations and internal data governance policies.
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Stay updated on F&B retail industry trends, consumer behaviour insights, and emerging data analytics technologies.
What is expected from this role?
What We’re Looking For
​Academic Qualification
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Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
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Work Experience
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5+ years of experience in data analysis, reporting, or business intelligence, with a minimum of 3 years in a management role, preferably in the retail sector.
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Technical Skills
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Proficiency in data analytics tools such as SQL, Python, R and experience with retail POS systems and CRM data integration.
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Expertise in data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into business insights and actionable recommendations.
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Other competencies
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Experience in managing cross-functional data projects, particularly in retail or consumer-facing environments.
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Familiarity with sales forecasting, customer segmentation, and inventory optimisation strategies.
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to present data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
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Strong leadership and team management abilities.
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Knowledge of data governance and compliance with privacy regulations.
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Mandatory to be fluent in Tamil.
Assignment
After Step 1, we will be sharing an assignment relevant to the role we are hiring for. ​​​Once the assignment is submitted, only then will we evaluate the candidate's resume.
While there are different ways to evaluate intent (for example, some startups collect "refundable security deposits"), we believe that the most valuable investment is the investment of time and energy, so we will evaluate only those candidates who have the time and patience to turn the shared assignment over within the instructed timeframe.