Store Operations Data Analyst Intern

Corporate Office - Knoxville, TN

Who Are We?

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states. Our stores feel like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brands are built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the World.

Our Mission

“Stand Out. For Good”. At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.

Position Overview 

The Store Operations Data Analyst Intern will support the Store Operations team by analyzing business data, identifying trends, and providing insights that help improve the customer and team member experience across our retail locations. This role offers hands-on experience working with operational metrics, reporting tools, and cross-functional partners to drive data-informed decisions within a fast-paced retail and hospitality environment. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about using data to solve business challenges and improve operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Spend dedicated time in retail store locations to study, observe, and execute operational processes firsthand to bridge the gap between corporate data and real-world store execution. 

• Collect, organize, and analyze store operations data from various reporting systems.

• Assist in creating and maintaining dashboards, reports, and scorecards that track key business metrics.

• Identify trends, opportunities, and areas for operational improvement across store locations.

• Support projects related to labor productivity, customer experience, sales performance, inventory management, and operational efficiency.

• Partner with Store Operations, Finance, Merchandising, and other business teams to gather data and provide insights.

• Assist with data validation and ensure accuracy of reporting.

• Present findings and recommendations to leadership and project stakeholders.

• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

• Document processes and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Information Systems, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis functions.

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms is preferred.

• Familiarity with SQL, data modeling, or reporting tools is a plus.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to translate data into actionable business recommendations.

• Curiosity and willingness to learn new systems and analytical tools.

• Interest in retail operations, customer experience, and business strategy.

• Comfortable working with large datasets and multiple priorities.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to the operations of a leading retail and hospitality organization.

• Hands-on experience with business analytics and operational reporting.

• Opportunities to work alongside experienced leaders and cross-functional teams.

• Professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

• Experience presenting insights that directly impact business decisions. #LI-DNI

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:

• #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023

• #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022

• #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023

• #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022