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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Manager, Data & Analytics- Sonic - **Company:** Inspire Brands, Inc. - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, BigQuery, Data Infrastructure, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables, SQL Databases, Snowflake, Data Analytics, Data Management, Database Tools and Utilities, Custom Reports, Databricks - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b668f55d6a22f973 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Writing skills?, * Minimum 4-Year degree preferably in Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Business or Mathematics * Graduate degree preferred * 6+ years relevant experience in marketing, business analysis, data management / reporting, consumer insights, or other related area or an MBA * Experience managing and developing teams preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES * Ideal candidate has an inquisitive nature and a passion for learning and solving problems * Self-starter personality who can operate with minimal supervision * Understands business principles and strategy, and possesses strong analytical skills * Demonstrated expertise in forecasting, test design, and causal analysis, including structuring and leading experiments and translating results into clear business actions * Forward-thinking perspective on using Artificial Intelligence solutions to improve team productivity and quality of insights * Strong proficiency in SQL required, along with experience using modern data environments and query tools (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery or similar platforms) to analyze large datasets * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, with expertise in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, advanced functions, formulas, filtering, etc.) * Ability to collect and synthesize information, making it relevant, understandable, and actionable for key stakeholders * Ability to balance multiple projects with competing deadlines * Effectively interact at all levels of the organization across multiple functional areas * Excellent writing, presentation, project management and strong influencing skills required * Interest in the restaurant industry and desire to train in our restaurants to learn operations, and a strong desire to help shape the future at Inspire Brands * Team management experience with clear examples of supporting team member growth and development * Minimal travel may be required ## Description The Senior Manager will be a key resource for the brand in answering business questions efficiently and effectively, and requires strong thought-leadership skills in order to assist with driving business decisions. They will manage a team that can answer a high volume of business questions in a fast-paced environment all while maintaining a positive culture focused on team-member development. * This position sites onsite in our Atlanta Support Center 4 days per week, typically Monday- Thursday. RESPONSIBILITIES * Insight generation - generate insights that improve the business through linking various data sources (e.g., sales, competitor, market, customer, etc.) * Relationship management - develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners * Business analysis - analyze brand performance and sales trends, including promotion and test analysis * Brand performance - analyze and monitor key metrics across brand health, product performance, and guest experience, using deep knowledge of the brand and category to forecast future performance * KPI reporting - create and maintain reports that assess ongoing business performance, leading indicators, and explanatory factors * Ad hoc reporting - develop, execute, and deliver reports based on brand business requirements * Project management - ensure that medium/long term projects are implemented on time and achieve objectives * Team management - create a fun and dynamic team environment that enables impactful work and supports team member development * Artificial Intelligence - proactively identify opportunity for AI to influence team productivity and quality of insights ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [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) - [Making Data Warehouses fast. 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