Foot Locker

Senior Analyst, AI & Analytics

Foot Locker$95K — $115K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years in analytics, data, or a related field
  • Proven ability to deliver insights and drive business impact
  • Experience working across both business and technical teams
  • Advanced SQL skills for large-scale data transformation
  • Strong problem-solving and statistical thinking abilities
  • Experience in data modeling and building scalable datasets
  • Familiarity with AI fundamentals like RAG and prompt engineering

Responsibilities

  • Perform deep-dive analysis focusing on Retail Intelligence
  • Translate business questions into actionable insights
  • Define and monitor KPIs aligned with business goals
  • Support leadership with recurring and ad hoc decision analysis
  • Identify opportunities for automation and self-service analytics
  • Design and develop self-service analytics tools powered by AI
  • Collaborate across teams to create data and AI solutions

Benefits

  • Employee Discount
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Opportunities for Advancement
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
  • Strong Company Culture
  • Employee Resource Groups
Full Job Description
Overview

Hybrid (3 days in NYC office)

At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

Foot Locker Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Senior AI & Analytics Analyst to drive high-impact insights and build AI-powered, self-service decision capabilities across Foot Locker. In this role, you will operate at the intersection of business, data, and AI-transforming complex data into actionable insights and scalable solutions that enable smarter, faster decision-making. You'll partner closely with cross-functional teams to design and deliver analytics products that enhance retail intelligence, operations, and customer experience.

This position goes beyond traditional analytics, focusing on embedding intelligence into workflows through automation, semantic modeling, and AI-enabled tools. You will play a key role in shifting the organization from reactive reporting to proactive, data-driven strategy. If you are passionate about solving complex problems and applying modern AI approaches in a dynamic retail environment, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful enterprise-wide impact.

Responsibilities

Deliver Insights & Drive Decisions
  • Perform deep-dive analysis across key business areas, with emphasis on Retail Intelligence
  • Translate business questions into technical requirements, structured analysis and actionable insights
  • Define and monitor KPIs aligned to business goals
  • Support leadership with recurring and ad hoc decision analysis
  • Identify opportunities to scale insights through automation and self-service

Build AI-Powered Analytics Capabilities
  • Design and develop self-service analytics tools powered by AI
  • Create scalable, analytics-ready datasets and semantic layers
  • Apply context engineering (data, logic, business rules) to ensure accuracy and insightful responses.
  • Enable natural language querying, enhanced self-service analytics, automated insight generation, and decision intelligence support.
  • Continuously improving tools based on user behavior and business needs

Support Advanced AI Solutions
  • Support engineers to develop and deploy AI-driven solutions
  • Define use cases, requirements, and success metrics
  • Contribute to solution design (data structure, context, validation)
  • Work with modern AI approaches (e.g., RAG, prompt engineering, agent workflows)
  • Participate in prototyping, testing, and iterative development

Cross-Collaborate Across the Business
  • Translating business needs into data and AI solutions
  • Partner with analytics, engineering, and business teams
  • Ensure consistency in metrics and definitions
  • Communicating insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

Work within Agile environments

Qualifications

  • 4+ years in analytics, data, or a related field
  • Proven ability to deliver insights and drive business impact
  • Experience working across both business and technical teams
  • SQL (advanced): large-scale data transformation and optimization
  • Analytics: strong problem-solving, statistical thinking, and insight generation
  • Data Modeling: building scalable datasets and semantic layers
  • Working Knowledge of AI Fundamentals: familiarity with
  • RAG, embeddings, prompt engineering
  • Agent frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Semantic Kernel)
  • Model evaluation and design trade-offs

Nice to Have Skills (Not Required)
  • Retail industry experience (merchandising, planning, operations)
  • Experience with AI-enabled BI (e.g., Power BI, Databricks, Snowflake)
  • Python for analytics or prototyping
  • Exposure to vector databases, semantic search, or knowledge systems
  • Agile experience (e.g., JIRA)


At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:
  • Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
  • AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $95,000 - $115,000/ year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

Foot Locker Benefits:
  • Employee Discount
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Opportunities for Advancement
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
  • Strong Company Culture
  • Employee Resource Groups

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About Foot Locker

Foot Locker, Inc. is a global retailer of shoes and apparel, operating 3,473 primarily mall-based stores in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand as of February 1, 2014. The Company operates in two segments: Athletic Stores and Direct-to-Customers. The Athletic Stores segment is an athletic footwear and apparel retailers whose formats include Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, Footaction, SIX:02, as well as the retail stores of Runners Point Group, including Runners Point, Sidestep and Run2. The Direct-to-Customers segment includes Footlocker.com, Inc. and other affiliates, including Eastbay, Inc., CCS, and Tredex, which sells to customers through Internet Websites, mobile devices, and catalogs.

Foot Locker Careers

Join the dynamic team at Foot Locker, a leading global retailer of athletically inspired shoes and apparel. At Foot Locker, we empower our employees with unmatched opportunities for career growth and leadership development in the retail industry. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Foot Locker’s vibrant culture by joining our diverse team. We are committed to innovation, leadership, and excellence in every aspect of our business. From sales to corporate functions, Foot Locker offers a variety of job opportunities that allow you to bring your passion and creativity to our team. Transform your career with Foot Locker, where we value diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. We believe that our team’s varied perspectives and experiences are crucial to our success. Lead with Confidence Step into a role that challenges you, fosters your professional growth, and puts you on the path to leadership. At Foot Locker, you’ll work alongside industry leaders and seasoned professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and experience. Work with a team that’s as passionate about the success of the company as they are about each individual’s career advancement. Foot Locker offers extensive training and development programs, including diversity training and leadership workshops, to help you reach your full potential. Innovative Opportunities Engage in work that matters with a company that’s at the forefront of the retail industry. Foot Locker is constantly innovating to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers and to stay ahead in a competitive market. Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that support their personal and professional lives, including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible working arrangements. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Foot Locker internship. Gain invaluable industry experience, develop your skills, and build your professional network. Our internships offer a real-world glimpse into how a major retail company operates, providing you with the tools needed to succeed in your future career. Join Our Team Explore the employment opportunities at Foot Locker and find the position that matches your skills and ambitions. We are always looking for curious, driven, and innovative team players who are ready to make an impact. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest company news, hiring events, and career tips by visiting our Foot Locker Careers page. Customize your job alerts to receive updates on positions that interest you the most. Apply Today Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, prepare for your interview, and join a company that’s committed to your growth and success. Search Foot Locker jobs now and discover how you can contribute to our dynamic team. Foot Locker is not just a company; it’s a place where you can grow, innovate, and lead. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and helping you achieve your professional goals.
Learn more about Foot Locker
Size
16,555 employees
Market Cap
$3.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$323 million
Founded
1974
5 Year Trend
+2.9%
Revenue
$7.5 billion
NASDAQ

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