Primary Skills: Data Analysis (Expert), Financial Analysis (Expert), Stakeholder Management (Proficient), Reporting (Intermediate), Business Acumen (Expert) Contract Type: W 2 Location: Austin, TX (#LI-Onsite) Duration: 3 Months (Renew every 3 months) Pay Range: $33 - $35 per hour #LP Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to support business operations, reporting, and process improvement initiatives within a fast-paced retail and grocery-focused environment. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders to analyze business data, generate insights, support vendor discussions, and help streamline operational processes. The ideal candidate is passionate about data, business analysis, and translating insights into actionable recommendations. Key Responsibilities: Analyze business data and generate reports to support operational and strategic decision-making. Build and maintain dashboards, spreadsheets, and reporting tools for business performance tracking. Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities within datasets and provide actionable insights. Support vendor and stakeholder meetings with data preparation, reporting, and presentation materials. Create presentations, summaries, and business reviews with clear storytelling and data visualization. Assist with process improvement initiatives and help transition teams into standardized workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to gather requirements and support ongoing projects. Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of reports and analyses. Learn and adapt quickly to internal systems, tools, and reporting platforms. Must-Have Skills: Strong data analysis and business acumen Advanced Excel and reporting skills Presentation and business storytelling abilities Financial and operational analysis experience Ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders Strong organizational and communication skills Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and processes 1-2 years of experience in data analysis, business analysis, or reporting roles. ABOUT AKRAYA Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in IT Staffing As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires! Join Akraya Today! Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team!