Sales Data Analyst

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.

Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

As a Sales Analyst, you’ll transform complex sales and business data into meaningful insights that help drive performance across the organization. In this role, you'll partner with leaders across Finance, Operations, and other business functions to identify trends, evaluate opportunities, and support informed decision-making. By delivering accurate analysis, actionable recommendations, and forward-looking forecasts, you'll help strengthen business results while embodying our values of Make a Difference through impactful insights, Serve with Heart by supporting partners with data-driven solutions, Win as One through cross-functional collaboration, and Move Forward Boldly by identifying opportunities that drive continuous improvement and smarter decision-making.

As a Sales Analyst, you will:

• →Develop and maintain sales reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics
• →Analyze sales trends, revenue drivers, and operational performance
• →Evaluate business results against forecasts, budgets, and strategic objectives
• →Identify risks, opportunities, and emerging business trends
• →Build and enhance financial models and forecasting tools
• →Support forecasting, budgeting, and planning activities
• →Assess forecast assumptions and recommend data-driven adjustments
• →Present insights and recommendations to business stakeholders
• →Partner with cross-functional teams on key business initiatives
• →Improve reporting processes and analytical efficiency
• →Provide actionable recommendations that support business growth
• →Perform other duties as assigned

As a Sales Analyst, you must have: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of experience in sales, financial, or business analysis
• Experience with forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience developing dashboards and reporting solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to interpret data and communicate actionable insights
• Strong presentation and stakeholder communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

As a Sales Analyst, we prefer you to have: 

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Experience supporting retail, restaurant, hospitality, or consumer-facing businesses
• Knowledge of KPI development and performance management
• Experience partnering with cross-functional business teams
• Familiarity with financial planning and forecasting processes
• Experience identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing solutions
• Knowledge of SQL or other data querying tools
• Experience translating complex data into executive-ready presentations

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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