Intern – Data and Analytics @ SDCC

Job Listing: Intern - Data and Analytics

Are you ready to put your education in to action with on-the-job experience?

The Sodexo Live! Intern Program offers an exciting opportunity for currently enrolled college students to turn their leadership potential into valuable professional experience and get a head start on their careers.

Sodexo Live Information:

Sodexo Live! serves as a leading provider of hospitality services to North America and the U.K.'s premier sports facilities, convention centers, cultural destinations and entertainment venues. Primary services include, food and beverage/catering services, specialty retail management, and design services. Serving over 250 venues and 100 million guests annually, Sodexo Live! is an integral partner to clients across a broad list of end markers, including: professional sports, convention centers, college athletics, zoos, museums, aquariums, ski resorts, minor league sports, attractions, and theaters, among others.

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

• 2022 Forbes Best Employer for Diversity
• 2022 Front Office Sports Best Employers in Sports
• 2022 Disability Equality Index (DEI) Perfect Score

Location: We are seeking an Intern - Data and Analytics for the San Diego Convention Center.

The San Diego Convention Center is the region's premier gathering place, hosting conventions, trade shows and community events that economically benefit the City of San Diego and advance our convention and tourism industry. The 2.6 million-square-foot facility is located on sparkling San Diego Bay in the heart of a vibrant downtown and has consistently been recognized as one of the top convention centers in the world. Abundant, flexible space and five-star service make the San Diego Convention Center the meeting planners' choice for hosting major conventions, trade shows, meetings and special events.

Why Should I Apply?

• Gain valuable industry experience working with leaders in the hospitality field
• Flexible scheduling options that are accommodating to the student's school schedule
• Professional development
• Mentoring from a Sodexo Live! Manager

Principal Function:

The Intern -Sodexo Live! is the food and beverage/specialty retail services provider for Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. We are currently in search of a Business Data Analyst to provide analytical expertise through quantitative modeling and critical performance measurement of point-of-sale data across Lucas Oil's food and beverage retail channels. This position will also provide hands-on support for other Sodexo Live! venues. The business analyst position will create customized approaches to deliver actionable insights and solutions to complex business problems. They will leverage and integrate POS data, develop sales strategies and will assist in efficiently calibrating pricing, distribution and promotions. We are seeking a polished and experienced research and consulting professional with strong analytic, strategy and
leadership skills. Working closely with the local operating team (GM + RVP), Director of Data Analytics and the Vice President & Area Controller of Field Finance, they will lead projects from concept through final delivery to understand and overcome the business' most pressing issues in the areas of Operations, Innovation, Labor Management and Marketing and to add value with executable strategies and
tactics.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maximize Sodexo Live!'s revenue and operational excellence through implementation of systems and policies related to all aspects of data analytics.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of business unit by reconciling data and providing information, insight, analysis, and recommendations to maximize revenues and profits.
• Contribute to goal of making Sodexo Live! #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by example.
• Work collaboratively with client(s) and local Sodexo Live! stakeholders to understand their objectives to offer and demonstrate digestible insights and strategies.
  • Leverage technical data from various sources to help tell the story to a non-technical audience.
  • Understand consumer dynamics to analyze behavior trends and business performance data, summarize findings, and suggest a clear action plan for improvement.
  • Prepare and present fact-based insights, client presentations, and recommendations to drive value-added and successful action strategies.
  • Support the design and development of analytical platforms that helps us and client understand our customers better.
  • Collaborate cross functionally with business leaders to test/pilot concepts and help develop plans to scale execution and implementation.
  • Periodically travel to company locations in the U.S. for consulting, training or data collection projects.
  • Requires some travel for consulting, training, collecting data, and attending industry events and seminars.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in business analytics, statistics, economics, finance, or related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in analytics preferred. Food and beverage, foodservice, and/or CPG knowledge desired but not required.
  • Excellent analytical skill set with spreadsheet modeling experience.
  • Position demands good interpersonal skills (verbal and written), using sound judgement, being a quick learner, and the ability to adapt and pivot to new situations.
  • Natural ability to translate complex findings and analysis in digestible and simple formats to varying groups of seniority levels.
  • Experience facilitating change management activities with cross-functional team members and stakeholders to understand and ensure adoption of analytics.
  • High proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint. Microsoft Power BI, PowerQuery, Tableau, SQL a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of Python and R desired but not required.
  • Knowledge of NCR QUEST and Bypass desired but not required.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, exercise independent judgment, work on own initiative and on multiple projects simultaneously.

Other Requirements:

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.

Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3066949-808659