Senior Financial Data Analyst

Overview:Founded in 1990 as Fawaz Alhokair Fashion Retail Co., AFG Retail has introduced more than 80 international retail and F&B brands to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These include some of the world’s most loved including Zara, Mango, Aldo, Cinnabon, Subway and more. AFG Retail operates more than 1,600 stores across 100 shopping centers in 11 countries. We are dedicated to growth and breaking down boundaries to offer a truly unique brand partnership proposition.Position - Senior Financial Data Analyst Reporting To - Brand DirectorPosition OverviewWe are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Senior Data Analyst with strong experience in fashion retail, financial analysis, and business performance management. The role will be responsible for transforming complex business data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making across our fashion retail portfolio.The successful candidate will partner closely with Retail Operations, Commercial, Merchandise, Finance, and Executive Leadership teams to evaluate business performance, optimize store portfolios, assess investment opportunities, support expansion initiatives, and deliver meaningful management reporting.This role is critical in driving profitability, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth across the organization.Key Responsibilities1. Business Performance AnalysisAnalyze sales, margins, profitability, and retail KPIs across all brands and stores.Monitor key performance metrics including: Sales per square meterConversion ratesAverage Transaction Value (ATV)Units Per Transaction (UPT)Gross Margin %EBITDA contributionInventory turnoverSell-through ratesIdentify trends, risks, and growth opportunities through advanced analytical techniques.Conduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reviews for management.Provide recommendations to improve commercial and operational performance.2. Portfolio Optimization & Store PerformanceEvaluate performance of existing stores and retail locations.Identify underperforming stores and recommend action plans.Support strategic decisions related to: Store closuresRelocationsRenovationsStore resizingFormat optimizationDevelop store performance scorecards and benchmarking models.Analyze catchment areas, sales productivity, and profitability by location.3. Financial Analysis & Investment EvaluationConduct financial modelling and business case evaluations.Assess ROI, payback periods, NPV, and IRR for retail investments.Analyze financial impact of operational and strategic initiatives.Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.Evaluate capital expenditure requirements and profitability impact.4. Expansion & New Store DevelopmentSupport feasibility studies for new store openings.Develop sales and profitability forecasts for expansion projects.Prepare business cases for management approval.Assess market opportunities and expansion scenarios.Partner with Real Estate and Retail Operations teams during site evaluation and selection processes.Monitor post-opening performance against business case assumptions.5. Management Reporting & Executive InsightsDevelop and maintain executive dashboards and KPI reporting tools.Prepare Board, CEO, and Management presentations.Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and data accuracy.Deliver clear and concise performance commentary highlighting key business drivers.6. Data Analytics & Business IntelligenceConsolidate and analyze data from multiple systems including: ERPPOSInventory ManagementFinance SystemsCRM PlatformsBuild predictive and trend analysis models.Ensure data integrity, consistency, and reporting accuracy.Support digital transformation and analytics initiatives.Required QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree in: FinanceAccountingEconomicsStatisticsBusiness AnalyticsMBA, CFA, CMA, ACCA, or other relevant professional qualification is preferred.Experience6-10+ years of experience in Data Analytics, Commercial Finance, Business Planning, or Retail Analytics.Minimum 3-5 years within Fashion, Apparel, Lifestyle, Department Store, or Retail sectors.Experience managing multi-brand and multi-store retail portfolios.Strong experience in investment analysis and business case development.Technical SkillsAdvanced Microsoft Excel and Financial Modeling.Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent BI platforms.SQL and database querying.ERP systems (SAP preferred).Forecasting and statistical analysis.Dashboard development and KPI reporting.Financial planning and budgeting.Key CompetenciesStrong commercial acumen.Strategic thinking and problem-solving.Data-driven decision-making.Financial analysis and modelling expertise.Excellent stakeholder management.Presentation and communication skills.Attention to detail.Ability to influence senior leadership through insights and recommendations.Key Success MeasuresImprovement in portfolio profitability.Enhanced store productivity and performance.Increased reporting accuracy and automation.Quality and timeliness of management insights.Successful evaluation and execution of expansion projects.Achievement of ROI targets on strategic investments.Identification and implementation of cost-saving and revenue-enhancing opportunities.