Retail Research Analyst

Job Description

About Nextyn:

Nextyn is a fast-growing expert network and consulting firm enabling smarter business decisions through custom research, expert engagements, and market insights. We serve global clients across sectors and are expanding our Retail & Store Audit practice to support leading brands with actionable ground-level intelligence.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a smart, articulate, and proactive Analyst to join our Retail Audit vertical within the Research & Consulting team. The role focuses on executing and managing international audit projects — providing insights into brand visibility, pricing, and promotions — through global research engagements and coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage international store audit projects across markets, with a focus on execution quality and timely delivery.
• Coordinate with international vendors, audit partners, and in-market teams to gather on-ground insights.
• Design and implement questionnaires, scorecards, and audit tools based on client requirements.
• Analyze audit data to identify trends, gaps, and actionable recommendations.
• Prepare client-ready reports and presentations in a clear, professional format.
• Directly communicate with global clients, handling updates, queries, and feedback effectively.
• Ensure project documentation, trackers, and SOPs are maintained meticulously.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting client deadlines and quality expectations.

What We’re Looking For:

• 0–2 years of experience in retail audits, market research, or mystery shopping coordination.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
• Strong client handling and stakeholder management experience.
• Ability to coordinate remotely across time zones with professionalism and clarity.
• Analytical mindset with experience in handling audit/reporting data.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and basic project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Experience working on global or cross-border projects is a strong advantage.
• Exposure to retail, FMCG, or consumer goods industries preferred.

What You’ll Gain at Nextyn:

• Work on global retail projects with top international brands
• Build strong client engagement skills and strategic thinking
• Be part of a high-growth, agile consulting team