> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1999116-lead-senior-retail-data-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1999116-lead-senior-retail-data-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead / Senior Retail Data Analyst - **Company:** Cheil Germany GmbH - **Location:** Glashütten, Germany (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €59,000.0 - €77,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Data Validation, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mining, Data Warehousing, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases, Snowflake, Data Analytics, Data Management, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.xing.com/jobs/eschborn-lead-senior-retail-data-analyst-157010463 ## About the Role * Minimum 5+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related field. * Proven experience mentoring or leading analytics teams. * Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-changing environments with evolving business needs. * Experience building and maintaining BI dashboards, such as Tableau dashboards or Excel reports. * Strong proficiency in SQL and hands-on experience with Python and Snowflake for data analysis, automation, and ETL workflows. * Solid understanding of data engineering fundamentals, including data modeling, data warehousing, and data governance principles. * Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business perspectives. * Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS is a strong plus. * Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset; experience in the Retail or Agency sector is a plus. * Strong proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required; fluency in German is a plus. ## Description * Translate complex business challenges into clear analytical solutions, KPIs, and measurable frameworks that support company objectives. * Drive and influence strategic decision-making by delivering clear, data-driven insights and compelling data storytelling to non-technical stakeholders. * Advise the business on data analysis opportunities, define and optimize key business KPIs, and support data-driven decision-making. * Align analytical requirements with corporate goals and data management best practices, while considering technical constraints. * Design and maintain scalable dashboards, reporting systems, and BI solutions in a fast-paced retail and field-force environment. * Lead end-to-end analytics workflows, including data extraction, ETL processes, data validation, and advanced data modeling. * Collaborate closely with Data Engineers to develop and optimize reliable and scalable data pipelines and data warehouse structures. * Define best practices for analytics, reporting, visualization, and data quality assurance to ensure accuracy and consistency across all outputs. * Mentor and support junior analysts through coaching, knowledge sharing, and structured skill development. * Review analytical work to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality. * Contribute to team growth by participating in hiring processes, interviews, and onboarding of new team members. ## Related Videos - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Inside Mercedes-Benz: How CIO Katrin Lehmann is Empowering 5,000 Developers and Driving Digital Change](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1360-inside-mercedes-benz-how-cio-katrin-lehmann-is-empowering-5-000-developers-and-driving-digital-change) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)