Retail Research Specialist

"This role is part of Accenture Research’s global industry research team with a focus on the Retail Industry. Retail industry comprises of retailers and distributors, including supermarkets, specialty premium retailers and large mass-merchandise discounters.

The Retail Research Specialist will support senior researchers and Accenture’s Retail industry leaders on both Thought Leadership reports / industry PoVs, as well as client research projects globally.

Responsibilities will include leading small research projects and actively contributing to complex projects led by others.

We are looking for a strong researcher with a passion for the retail industry and interest in key issues impacting the industry like channels, changing consumer behavior, sourcing, fulfillment, talent and data.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Assisting and supporting the development of thought-provoking insights through market analysis and in-depth review of trends, guided by senior researchers.
• Drawing on both traditional and innovative data sources and research methodologies to explore key questions in a logical, structured manner.
• Analyzing large datasets and interpreting results using statistical techniques and data visualization tools
• Updating our proprietary in-house models and provides results to the practice when needed.
• Developing research insights and compelling business narratives alongside research leads.
• Presenting key findings in a structured and concise manner (with focus on insights).

“Hard” skills:

• Ability to use techniques such as secondary research, company analysis, market analysis, strategic analysis frameworks, interview-based research and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to make sense out of data, with ability to analyze, visualize, and interpret
• Able to learn and embrace new sources, tools, and skills, including alternative modes of research delivery/data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlik etc.).
• Ability to make ethical use of AI tools for research such as ChatGPT, CoPilot and others
• Compiling reports/analysis with clear storyline and results.
• A basic understanding of the role of digital and technology in disrupting the retail industry.
• Able to write in a clear, concise, and compelling way
• Strong PowerPoint, Excel, and Word skills

“Soft” skills:

• Strong interest in the Retail industry and Technology
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn more and grow
• Problem solver approach to work
• Proven ability to work effectively - independently, collaboratively, and virtually - in a global, multi-cultural, multi-time zone team
• Ability to present research findings to team and Accenture executives
• Strong communications skills and good interpersonal skills
• Strong professional qualities: client focus, decisiveness, integrity, resilience to stress against stretch goals and deadlines
• Ability to work on multiple engagement and geographies at any one time.

Additional Information

Reports to: Retail Research Lead

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in a science or engineering.
• A full-time masters or a post graduate degree in business, such as business (MBA), economics or equivalent.

Work Experience:

• 3+ to 6 years of business experience, preferably in a consulting environment, think tank, financial institution, or other 3rd party business research organization or demonstrated equivalent skill.

Location: 1st preference - Hyderabad, India, 2nd preference – Bengaluru, India

Preferred start date: As soon as possible "