At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!
This role focuses on leading system and process enhancements that keep business operations running smoothly. Daily work involves driving improvements, supporting applications, and ensuring teams have accurate tools and data. Your decisions help streamline workflows and strengthen system reliability across the organization.
You’ll collaborate with business and IT partners to translate requests into functional requirements and own system changes from design through testing. Responsibilities include defining data and metric needs, improving reporting, and supporting special projects. These efforts build efficiency, reduce workload, and enhance the accuracy of key business processes.
Strong partnerships with IT, software vendors, consultants, and business teams shape the work in this role.
Cross-functional collaboration ensures systems remain aligned with business needs and that teams have the training, documentation, and support needed to succeed.
Bring your energy, your ideas, and your love for sports and the outdoors.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required
5+ years of systems or process analyst experience required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to gather business needs and translate into system requirements
Knowledge of merchandising processes, KPIs, and retail math
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office tools
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed
Comfort managing system troubleshooting and support tasks
Ability to work with cross-functional teams on enhancements and testing
Regular in-office attendance is required
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards
Analysis, Business Intelligence, Process Improvement, Research, Operations
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN.
Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more.
Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of 301 stores across 21 states as of March 7, 2025.
Looking to join our team? Search available opportunities today: careers.academy.com
