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Labor Forecasting Analyst

Labor Forecasting Analyst

ClairesHoffman Estates, IL, US
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Labor Forecasting Analyst

At Claire's, we're more than just earrings and accessorieswe're a global brand that sparks creativity, self-expression, and fun for millions of customers every year. We're looking for a Labor Forecasting Analyst who's as passionate about numbers as our customers are about the latest trends. From digging into sales and traffic data to creating labor models that evolve with the business, you'll play a key role in keeping Claire's stores running smoothly and efficiently. You'll partner with Field Leaders, Finance and HR to balance labor allocations with business needs, transform data into insights that drive sales, and serve as a trusted advisor for all things store labor.

The Retail Store Labor Forecasting Analyst is responsible for designing and delivering accurate, forward-looking labor forecasts that empower field teams to optimize staffing in alignment with sales, traffic, and customer experience goals. This role ensures labor is allocated at the right time and place to maximize sales, piercing performance, and service standards, while balancing efficiency and cost discipline.

Key Responsibilities

  • Forecasting & Allocation

Generate and communicate weekly store labor allocations, aligning hours with traffic patterns, conversion targets, and sales plans.

  • Continuously refine forecasting models across seasons and regions (U.S. & Canada) to ensure precision and agility.
  • Partner with HR and Field Leaders to ensure local labor laws and regulations are considered in week to week labor planning.
  • Analytics & Insights
  • Analyze labor and store performance data (e.g., Sales per Labor Hour, conversion, piercing penetration) to identify trends and opportunities.

  • Translate data into actionable insights and recommendations for field leaders and senior leadership
  • Operational Support
  • Partner with Store Operations, Finance, HR, and field teams to optimize labor efficiency while protecting customer experience.

  • Support system integrations and enhancements (e.g., traffic-based scheduling, task management platforms like WorkJam, ShopperTrak).
  • Build and deliver field-ready reporting, tools, and training to enable store leaders to manage labor effectively.
  • Future Retail Enablement
  • Play a lead role in evolving labor management from static scheduling to dynamic, customer-driven deployment.

  • Support special projects and rollouts that enhance operational rhythm, workforce enablement, and customer satisfaction.
  • Decision Making

  • Makes daily operational and tactical decisions that directly impact store labor deployment and performance.
  • Provides data-driven recommendations influencing strategic labor planning across the fleet.
  • Key Relationships

  • Internal : Regular collaboration with Retail Operations, Finance, HR, and field leadership across districts, regions, and corporate functions.
  • External : Engagement with system vendors, consultants, and analytics partners (~20%).
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Analytics, or related field (required).
  • 45 years of retail experience, preferably in planning, finance, or workforce management.
  • Advanced Excel and reporting expertise; comfortable with large data sets and forecasting models. Proficiency in SQL or other data analysis tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret data and make actionable recommendations.
  • Experience with workforce management systems, labor scheduling software, or BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to influence across all levels.
  • Self-motivated, innovative, and proactive problem solver.
  • Future Vision

    This role will be instrumental in transitioning Claire's to a next-generation retail labor modelintegrating traffic insights, task management systems, and customer-first staffing strategies to ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time.

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