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Director of Business Insights

Compass Group
$135,000 - $150,000
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, New York, New York
Aug 04, 2025
Restaurant Associates Salary:$135,000 - $150,000 Other Forms of Compensation: bonus eligible Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards-Best Places to Work,This is R/A! Job Summary The Director of Business Insights will spearhead the delivery of analytics and insights to our operators and clients for Compass Group-related business. In this role, the Manager is responsible for collaborating with relevant Operations stakeholders to establish the strategy for deploying and focusing analytics insights. This position will be responsible for overseeing projects from start to finish, representing Compass stakeholders and their clients, and developing and advancing analytics methods. Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end projects from Compass locations or specific sector as directed by Business Insights leadership Effectively own the execution of projects as assigned by senior leadership Ability to manage up to E15 leadership and relevant Compass stakeholders, as well as down through direct reports Implement and analyze key parts of the venue or sector business Support the data structure and strategy needed to import available transaction data for our venues Develop and deploy optimal pricing, product, placement, and promotion strategies for concessions and premium points of distribution Develop reporting (heat maps, dashboards, slide decks, status updates) standards and formats for client and operator end use Ability to use syndicated databases to query, download, and analyze data on consumers, food and beverage trends, social media usage, and competitive locations; knowledge of tools to delegate tasks to direct reports or project team members Create impactful visuals that communicate complex qualitative and quantitative data to end users Analyze and build optimal solutions around variable labor Leverage available artificial intelligence, consumer insights, and emerging technology tools to drive guest experience and profitability Help support various organizational programs and initiatives such as, but not limited to, supporting sales and retention efforts, performing ad hoc analyses, optimizing group sales strategy, and more Coordinating the growth trajectory of the Business Insights sector Share best practices across the vertical for our operators and clients Communicate the E15 value proposition to our clients and operators; develop findings to send back to corporate Support new business efforts through the creation of case studies and ROI modeling Development Emanate personal and professional standards of behavior, analysis, and deliverables Provide leadership, support and professional development to team members in both formal and informal settings Liaise with key Compass departments to drive processes and tools that advance strategic and enterprise-wide initiatives Help lead various organizational programs and initiatives such as internship development, recruiting support, culture committee, etc. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in quantitative, analytical and/or client-facing businesses Undergraduate degree in business strategy, business analytics, finance, economics, or a related field Communicating complex ideas to non-technical audiences Using data to solve complex problems Using SQL, R, Python, and/or Tableau for data analysis Ability to work collaboratively in a consultative role Persuasive and professional communication skills (presentations, documents, emails) PREFERRED Hospitality, and/or Retail knowledge/experience a plus Prior work at a consulting or investment banking firm Master's degree in relevant field Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. 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 Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace. 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 for paid time off benefits information. Req ID:1447545 Restaurant Associates Jacinda Moore [[req_classification