Research Analyst – Outdoor Market Insights

We are currently seeking a passionate Research Analyst with a keen eye for detail to join our team. In this role, you will analyze and interpret data to uncover valuable insights, helping drive strategic decisions and shape impactful outcomes for our clients.

Why Work with Us?

- We trust our team 100%! WE DON'T USE TRACKERS because we believe in fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
- Enjoy the freedom of a flexible remote work opportunity.
- Join a dynamic and supportive environment that values innovation and sustainability.
- Dive into exciting projects in the outdoor industry, helping to shape a data-driven platform that’s making a difference.
- Explore opportunities for growth and skill development in research, data analysis, and project management.
- Be part of a passionate team that shares your love for the outdoors and commitment to sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

- Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to identify market trends, opportunities, and gaps.
- Clean, validate, and standardize datasets from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Build comparison matrices and develop reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate key findings.
- Collaborate with research teams to structure and interpret data from surveys, focus groups, and secondary sources.
- Conduct competitive analysis, market segmentation, and customer behavior assessments.
- Develop visualizations using tools such as Excel, Tableau, or other data analysis software.
- Support the creation of pricing models, customer personas, and strategic recommendations based on data insights.
- Assist in identifying and integrating new data sources to enhance analysis.
- Ensure data integrity and flag inconsistencies during the analysis process.


Skills & Qualifications:

- 2-4 years of experience in data analysis or market research.
- Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Tableau, Python, or R for data analysis, cleaning, and visualization.
- Strong ability to perform data validation, standardization, and comparison across multiple datasets.
- Experience in developing clear, compelling data narratives and insights.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey complex insights.
- Interest or experience in the outdoor industry is a plus.

WANT TO ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION STANDS OUT? To Apply follow these instructions:
1. Apply to this post and mention our company name, "Walden," in the subject line.
2. Share the relevant experience you have related to the Key Responsibilities listed above.
3. Include your preferred start date and salary expectation ($ USD/hour).


Role Overview:

We are seeking a Market Analyst to support our research and insights team. This role involves compiling and analyzing qualitative and quantitative company, product and customer data, identifying trends, and delivering actionable insights for Walden's intelligence products and clients. You’ll work closely with datasets from surveys, market research, and other sources, while ensuring data is standardized, validated, and structured for analysis.

About Us:

We are a US-based market intelligence and strategic research company focused on the outdoor industry. We create comprehensive reports, data, and insights to drive a sustainable future for the outdoor sector, helping businesses identify new opportunities, understand market trends, and stay competitive. Our mission is to make the business of the outdoors simple, profitable, and efficient.