Retail Analyst

Aramark UK is seeking a highly analytical and commercially astute Retail Analyst to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract . This exciting opportunity involves working closely with cross-functional teams - Retail, Marketing, Procurement, Finance and Government Services - on business development initiatives within Aramark’s Defence sector.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and evaluating retail solutions, producing business cases and supporting bid submissions to drive growth and operational excellence.

This is a remote position with home-based working and occasional travel to client sites / Aramark UK’s offices.

**Please note that you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 5 years to be considered for this role. Full security vetting will also be required.**

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all around the world.

You’ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you’ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you’re pursuing – a new challenge, a sense of belonging or just a great place to work – our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary, plus car
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Access to deals and discounts from many organisations
• Employee assistance programme, available for free 24/7
• Access to a network of trained mental health champions
• Opportunities to attend in-house events and try out the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

Key responsibilities:

• Analyse retail profit & loss accounts, identifying efficiencies to enhance profitability and customer experience
• Lead the development of six regional CRL plans and support responses to technical retail questions
• Serve as the subject matter expert in reviewing and submitting all retail business cases and supporting data
• Support client site visits and engage with senior external stakeholders and partners
• Utilise Aramark document management systems and adhere to internal processes

Key requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Retail best practices
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Capable of working independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Exposure to project management and bid writing / bid processes
• Knowledge of Defence sector

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [email protected]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.