Growth Specialist (Competitive Intelligence)

About the Company

iFood is a leading Brazilian technology company and a reference in Latin America. We connect thousands of restaurants to millions of consumers daily through innovative solutions across food delivery, grocery, pharmacy, and pet sectors, as well as our fintech, iFood Pago.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, restructure, and evolve the competitive data architecture and strategic analytics roadmap
• Establish a robust framework of strategic business metrics and KPIs, including competitive benchmarking
• Develop advanced predictive models for market share forecasting, competitive behavior, and price elasticity using machine learning and econometrics
• Create sophisticated early warning systems to detect competitive threats and market shifts
• Perform complex scenario analysis to simulate competitor responses and recommend strategic positioning
• Mentor junior analysts and establish best practices for competitive analysis
• Act as a strategic partner to Product, Growth, Marketing, Pricing, and Corporate Strategy teams

Requirements

• Senior analytical-strategic profile with experience leading complex competitive intelligence initiatives
• Solid experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or competitive intelligence
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and automated pipelines
• Expertise in Python or R for automation and predictive modeling
• Experience with BI tools such as Databricks, Looker, Tableau, or Power BI
• Proven ability in storytelling with data and influencing senior stakeholders
• Experience in dynamic, high-pressure environments like technology, marketplaces, or e-commerce
• Knowledge of competitive methodologies such as Porter's Five Forces, SWOT, and war gaming
• Familiarity with predictive modeling techniques including regression, time series, and clustering
• Experience with agile methodologies applied to analytics