Development & Market Planning Analyst

Job Summary A global leader in the restaurant and franchise industry is seeking a Development & Market Planning Analyst to join their team on a 6‑month contract, with strong potential for extension and future conversion opportunities. The role is preferred hybrid with one day per week onsite in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This position is W‑2 only and does not accept third‑party firms or C2C arrangements. Core Responsibilities Build and maintain Power BI dashboards to track development activity, pipeline status, openings, remodels, relocations, closures, and key market KPIs Analyze market performance and identify drivers of success, risks, and improvement opportunities Support market planning strategy and provide recommendations related to new stores, relocations, remodels, and closures Integrate and manage data from multiple sources to support business decisions Correlate restaurant performance with cross‑functional metrics including operations, marketing, finance, HR, digital, and customer data Support post‑opening reviews and evaluate store performance against expectations Assist in identifying growth opportunities, portfolio gaps, and underpenetrated markets Required Skills / Experience (Must‑Haves) Bachelor's degree required 3+ years of experience in business analytics, market analysis, or related fields Strong Power BI experience with dashboard creation and data integration Experience translating data into actionable insights and recommendations Ability to quickly learn new business concepts and adapt to a fast‑paced environment Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams Preferred Skills / Experience (Nice‑to‑Haves) GIS or geospatial analysis experience Experience with market planning, site selection, or location analytics Python experience Background within QSR, retail, hospitality, or highly analytical industries such as banking Experience supporting franchise‑based business models Spanish language proficiency Portuguese language proficiency Key Competencies & Behaviors Analytical Thinking and Business Insight Dashboard Development and Data Storytelling Cross‑Functional Collaboration Adaptability and Learning Agility Strategic Problem Solving Work Environment Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Hybrid – onsite one day per week Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $27.00 and $34.71 per hour. Pay may vary based on factors such as background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans Employee‑Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401(k) offered #J-18808-Ljbffr