Manager, Strategy&Analytics - Hybrid

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Manager, Strategy & Analytics - Hybrid

Pay Grade: 16

Salary: $140,000-$150,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligible

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Job Summary

MANAGER, STRATEGY & ANALYTICS

The Manager, Strategy & Analytics serves as a strategic and analytical leader for the Restaurant Associates sector of Compass Group. In this role, you will lead the development of custom reporting and analytics solutions for clients, while also overseeing the creation and delivery of standardized internal reporting across the sector. You will act as a trusted partner to both client stakeholders and internal teams, translating data into actionable insights that drive customer satisfaction, operational performance, and business growth.

This role requires a balance of hands-on analytical execution, project leadership, and stakeholder management, with responsibility for managing multiple workstreams and delivering high-quality outputs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of custom client-facing reporting and analytics solutions tailored to business needs

• Oversee the design, maintenance, and enhancement of standardized internal reporting for the Restaurant Associates sector

• Manage and prioritize multiple analytics projects, ensuring timely execution and high-quality deliverables

• Translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations that drive customer satisfaction, sales, and profitability

• Partner with cross-functional Compass teams to define reporting requirements, data structures, and project plans

• Identify opportunities to scale analytics solutions and improve efficiency through automation and best practices

• Lead presentations to clients and senior stakeholders, effectively communicating insights, recommendations, and business impact

Required Skills & Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in business analytics, economics, finance, statistics, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in an analytical role, with demonstrated experience managing projects or people

• Strong experience developing client-facing reporting and dashboards

• Professional expertise in:

• Data visualization tools (Power BI preferred)

• Advanced Excel modeling and financial/business analysis

• SQL and working with large datasets

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead projects from scoping through execution

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and quality

• Experience translating business needs into analytical solutions

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation and storytelling abilities for both technical and non-technical audiences

• Confidence presenting to senior stakeholders and clients, with the ability to influence decision-making

• Enthusiasm for innovation and continuous improvement in analytics processes

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

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Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here ( or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.