- Job category: business analyst
- Company: Aarval Ltd t/a McDonalds
- Job Location: MCDONALD'S 36 Shop Street Galway
- Positions: 2
- Start date: 01/04/2026
- Contract type: Permanent Full-time
- Positions : 2
- Career level: Managerial
- Salary: 36605.00 Euro Annually
- Hours per week: 39
- Remote/Blended Working: No
- Sector: accommodation and food service activities
Application Details
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Job Description & Skills Required
Performance Monitoring & Analysis Track and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly operational and financial performance across multiple restaurant locations. Monitor key KPIs such as sales, labour utilisation, service times, drive-thru performance, and profitability. Translate raw data into meaningful insights that support operational improvements. 2. Reporting & Dashboard Development Develop, automate, and maintain performance reports and dashboards using Excel and business intelligence tools (Power BI/Tableau). Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and accessible for both management and restaurant teams. 3. Forecasting & Budgeting Support the budgeting and forecasting process by integrating historical trends, seasonality, staffing requirements, and promotional activities. Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation and financial planning. 4. Operational Partnering Work closely with Restaurant Managers and Shift Leaders to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities. Use operational experience to contextualize data findings and recommend practical, effective solutions. 5. Cost & Efficiency Management Analyze labour costs, food waste, utilities, and other controllable expenses. Provide actionable strategies to improve efficiency without compromising service standards. 6. Marketing & Sales Insights Evaluate the performance of local and national marketing campaigns, menu launches, and promotions. Provide insights on customer behaviour, product mix, and sales drivers. 7. Tools & Process Improvement Improve internal reporting processes and data collection methods. Implement dashboards and reporting systems that provide real-time performance visibility. 8. Leadership & Communication Act as the link between the franchise leadership and restaurant teams. Clearly communicate analytical findings and recommendations in a way that is actionable for both senior management and on-the-ground staff. Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making within the organisation. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Finance, or related discipline. Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables), SQL, and BI tools (Power BI/Tableau). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to balance strategic analysis with operational realities. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Finance, or related discipline. Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables), SQL, and BI tools (Power BI/Tableau). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to balance strategic analysis with operational realities. Qualifications: Degree in Business Analytics or related discipline
Job Posted: February 6th 2026 for 28 days