Director, Biostatistics & Data Management

Baxter Healthcare Corporation is leading healthcare company and one of the world’s foremost providers of breakthrough products and services. We are currently looking for a head of biostatistics, statistical programming and data management across the Medical Products Division supporting both drugs and devices for global projects. This position will develop infrastructure to these teams including standardization of programs and processes. Ensure the team is up to speed on new technologies and software. Manage and continue to develop talent of biostatistics, programming and data management teams, including the internal and external statisticians and programmers supporting clinical trials.  As a member of the Clinical Development & Operations (CD&O) Leadership Team, this position will play a key role in the establishment of current and future plans for the overall department.

PhD required. Minimum 8 - 10 years industry experience in biostatistics, including 5 years managerial experience with comparable responsibilities.

Baxter provides its employees with comprehensive compensation and benefits.  For more information about Baxter and to apply for this position, please visit our website at www.careers.baxter.com Job Number: 64178BR.

Baxter is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

FIN Commercial Bank Treasury – Quantitative Analysis, Commercial Banking

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Description  

This position is responsible for creating, enhancing, and maintaining various models with in CB Finance involving earnings at risk, balance sheet forecasting, CCAR, liquidity as well as various RWA studies and ad hoc projects. Strong analytic and data mining skills are required. This position calls for a high degree of collaboration with Corporate Treasury, the Model risk group and various groups within Commercial Banking

Responsibilities:

• This position  is responsible for development  Commercial Finance models, specific responsibilities include:
• Earnings at risk models
• Creating Balance sheet forecasting models / CCAR base on economic variables
• Prepayment models
• Business decision support
• Liaison with Model Risk Group
• Data Mining
• Model Validation

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience
• Bachelors degree in finance, mathematics or statistics
• Advanced degree a plus
• Experience with a Statistical Modeling package such as SAS or R
• Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
• Proactive individual with strong communication and analytical skills
• Strong leadership and partnership skills

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www.Chase.com/Careers   Job Number: 130093235

HDMS Sr / Lead Info Analyst – Chicago, IL

Working At Aetna -- the Value To You

What does it mean to work at Aetna?  A lot.  From programs and benefits that support your financial, physical and emotional health to opportunities to build your knowledge and expand your career, the company makes working here a valuable experience in many ways.

Fundamental Components & Physical Requirements include but are not limited to (* denotes essential functions):
Develops and maintains complex routines using macros, 3rd party vendor software and shell scripts for processing data.
Coordinates with Product Management and other development teams as needed to complete projects. Ability to identify and solve technical problems. Proven ability to organize workload, priorities and complete tasks on time. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively



EDUCATION

The highest level of education desired for candidates in this position is a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.



REQUIRED SKILLS

General Business/Maximizing Work Practices/MASTERYGeneral Business/Applying Reasoned Judgment/ADVANCED

General Business/Maximizing Work Practices/MASTERY



ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

Skills/Qualifications: 
-Previous experience in healthcare or health insurance environment (1-2 years) 
-Strong experience programming with Base SAS and SAS MACRO language (2 years minimum) 
-Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Required: Strong SAS programming skills on UNIX platform working with healthcare claims data. Proven ability to organize workload, priorities and complete tasks on time. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively. Ability to identify and solve technical problems. Bachelors degree in a technical field.

Preferred: Certification in SAS Base and Advanced is a plus. Familiarity with relational databases with working knowledge of SQL. UNIX shell scripting experience. Familiarity with SDLC. Experience with Informatica PowerCenter 8.x platform is a plus.

How to apply

Please  use the "Apply" link to apply to this position.   If you cannot view  this link, you can find this position on our website by visiting: www.aetna.com/working, click on apply online, search openings, and enter 13722BR  in the keyword field.  Additional information on what it’s like to work for Aetna and more can also be found on our website.

Apply Online: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25276&siteid=5012&areq=13722BR&codes=BR_PRO

We value leadership, creativity and initiative. If you share those values and a commitment to excellence and innovation, consider a career with Aetna.

We conduct pre-employment drug and background testing.

Aetna does not permit the use of tobacco related products or drugs in the workplace.

Aetna is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V

Aetna is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity within the context of the business to achieve their potential. Aetna's Affirmative Action responsibilities extend to women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. Company policy also provides for equal opportunity for qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or marital status.

No search firms please.

You will not be asked for personal information until you have been fully evaluated through Aetna's screening processes. Aetna will never ask applicants for money. If you want to verify the identity of someone who contacts you from Aetna, call 1-800-AETNAHR (1-800-238-6247).

STATISTICAL ANALYST, ADVANCED ANALYTICS – CONTRACTOR

Department: Digital Intelligence

Cardinal path is searching for qualified quantitative professionals to develop advanced analytics with our existing Digital Intelligence team.  We are developing advanced analytic products to deliver new digital, customer, and business insights with our data intensive clients.  The opportunity to evolve traditional web analytics practices is growing rapidly due to the access of multiple datasets that cover the hundreds of customer touchpoints in today’s omnichannel world.  The Statistical Consultant would be responsible for both partnering with client teams, Cardinal Path Web Analytics Consultants, and Data Analysts to develop modeling projects that uncover insights through data mining and predictive modeling.

Cardinal Path is uniquely positioned in the marketplace to deliver cutting-edge advanced analytics due to our industry leading data and technology management practice.  We work with clients to collect and manage data to optimize their digital business which creates the foundation for analytics and insights.  The Statistical Consultant would be involved in developing customer segmentation, custom attribution models, lifetime value analysis, ARIMA forecasting, and a variety of scoring models that would enable marketing and business optimization.  A number of these projects would include digital, back office/offline, CRM, and 3rd party datasets.  The scope of this work would either cover client project delivery or product development.

The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in a quantitative field, 3-5 years of agency experience in developing and delivering marketing effectiveness analytics, expert in SAS & R, and has strong communication skills.  Experience in delivering insights presentations is a plus.

Typical responsibilities would include:

• Lead resource when dealing with advanced analytic projects at Cardinal Path
• Help support the development of the client’s analytic strategy by identifying opportunities to apply statistical models
• Work with project teams to deliver timely and objective based analytics
• R&D development of new analytic and business concepts Cardinal Path is researching
• Design modeling projects and manage each step of the data, model build and delivery cycle
• Ensure that modeling designs and assumptions are aligned with data discrepancies
• Work directly with Cardinal Path’s technical team to design database strategies but also own the analytic dataset creation for individual projects
• Utilize a panel of Business Intelligence tools (Tableau, Klipfolio, etc), web analytics (Google Analytics, Adobe Marketing Suite, Webtrends, etc) and statistical modeling software (SAS, SPSS, R, etc) to deliver modeling and analysis projects
• Present insights and findings to clients and provides recommendations and decision support based on data
• Assist in web analytic reporting designs, analytic methodologies, data investigations, and outcome reporting with the Web Analytic Consultants on various client projects

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Math, Economics, Operations Research, etc) and 3-5 years of experience OR a masters degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Math, Operations Research, etc) and 2 years of experience
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including an understanding of cause and effect and statistical methods available to enhance findings.
• Must be able to understand and analyze data, synthesizing large volumes of data and complex questions into clear analyses and actionable findings.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly and effectively communicate and present analysis findings to stakeholders at all levels.
• Leverage mathematical and statistical principles to inform and validate analyses.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in statistical modeling software such as (SAS base, SAS ETS, R)
• Functional knowledge in SQL
• Basic knowledge of Big Data capabilities (BigQuery & Hadoop)

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD (not required)
• 5 years of analytic experience in multichannel marketing effectiveness working with marketing stakeholders
• 3 years experience working in an agency environment

NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the greater North Shore and Illinois communities. NorthShore is committed to earning the loyalty of those who come to us for care and those who play a role in providing that care.  Service Values which include:  Exceptional Customer Service, Supportive Workplace Interactions and Professional Work Ethic, define the behaviors that each employee demonstrates with co-workers, patients and families, physicians, and visitors.

To learn about the many benefits to working at NorthShore, which include a supportive work environment that promotes professional and career development, recognition of our staff for providing excellent service and a competitive benefits package, please visit www.northshore.org/careers. 

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst or Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst for our Clinical Analytics department located at 4901 Searle in Skokie, IL. This is a full-time position and is benefits eligible. Hours will be scheduled on first shift Monday thru Friday.

The Clinical Analytics Team’s important and growing role is to provide “Clinical Business Intelligence” to NorthShore, with a special focus on quality and clinical standardization.  This team develops and implements methodologies to identify unwanted practice variation, support quality improvement workflows, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. The Clinical Analytics team works closely with Enterprise Data Warehouse, Finance, Quality and clinical leadership teams, and has opportunities to use and develop novel informatics technologies, including predictive models, learning systems and natural language processing tools.

Examples of projects include:

• Identifying Patients with Undiagnosed Hypertension – A series of algorithms were designed in order to identify patients with undiagnosed hypertension based on patterns in blood pressure readings in our Medical Group offices.
• Readmission Risk Predictive Modeling – A predictive model was designed using data collected from NorthShore’s Enterprise Data Warehouse that identifies patients at risk of readmission. Reporting mechanisms were also designed that leverage these models for clinical decision support by clinicians in both the inpatient and ambulatory setting.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Participate in analytics-based quality improvement projects that leverage data collected from NorthShore’s electronic medical record to measure and predict patient outcomes
• Develop queries against NorthShore Proprietary databases and create timely ad-hoc reports for customers throughout the organization
• Communicate directly with clinical experts and IT professionals to help determine feasibility, timelines, and costs of quality improvement projects
• Gather business requirements by conducting meetings/interviews, and facilitating large group/cross-functional sessions with customers, while containing the scope of the initiative
• Produce datasets and reports that will facilitate evidence-based clinical and financial decisions
• Perform thorough analysis and collaborate with teammates to provide detailed and relevant results
• Work with statisticians and mathematicians to design predictive models using statistical and machine learning methods that will predict patient outcomes 
• Understand what data is available in the organization, answer questions from end-users and other analysts about the data, and serve as a liaison between the data warehouse team and end-users
• Work with clinical experts to analyze data that will help drive decisions on patient centered interventions and NorthShore’s quality goals and performance
• Work with IT and data warehouse experts to design and develop new summary tables and data marts in NorthShore’s Enterprise Data Warehouse
• The Sr. Business Intelligence position is responsible for leading analytics-based quality improvement projects that leverage data collected from NorthShore’s electronic medical record to measure and predict patient outcomes

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 4 year college degree in information systems, computer science, mathematics, finance, statistics, or related field required 
• 2 years of experience (4 years for Sr. Analyst position) with data warehousing, business intelligence, programming, or statistics experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency writing SQL, PL/SQL, stored procedures, or other database experience
• Experience and understanding of data sources including 3rd party RDBMS, MS access, SQL server and oracle
• Strong analytic, problem solving, negotiation, issue resolution and facilitation skills are required
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication and decision making skills
• Strong intellectual curiosity
• Statistical or mathematical skills or experience working with statistics packages (SPSS, SAS, R etc) preferred
• Experience in leading projects that span cross-functional teams preferred
• Familiarity with healthcare industry or healthcare information systems preferred

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Consultant - 1302281

Evanston, IL

Description

Nielsen is the largest market research firm in the world, tracking what people watch and buy in 100 countries.  Nielsen Marketing Analytics is at the strategic core of Nielsen’s business model, using analytics to measure the impact of what people watch on what they buy.  Our Consulting Services group has an open, full-time position in the northern Chicago suburbs for a Consultant.  Will develop marketing mix and other statistical models, and consult to Fortune 500 senior and mid-level management on their use and interpretation to quantify what drives sales and use the results to increase market share, revenue, and profit.

Responsibilities:

• Understand client needs for quantitative analysis of marketing effectiveness
• Develop and test model specifications to meet client needs
• Write SAS code to read input data and present results in business meaningful formats
• Develop PowerPoint decks that report results and provide advice, and present to client
• Use library of company code and presentation templates to assist with all phases of project (data readers, model specifications, automated modeling tools, websites, etc.)
• Advise Software Engineering on refinement of software and web services tools

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in Business (with quantitative emphasis), Statistics, Econometrics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years experience in marketing or media analysis
• Strong client management and presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional problem solving skills
• Strong statistical and quantitative analysis skills
• Well-organized and capable of handling mission-critical projects while meeting deadlines
• SAS programming skills
• Skilled at Microsoft Office and PowerPoint in particular
• Media planning and/or marketing mix modeling experience a strong plus
• Experience with Nielsen or IRI syndicated data a plus

Apply Online

https://nielsen.taleo.net/careersection/3/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1302281

Hispanic Media Consultant - 1304132

Evanston, IL

Description

As the world’s largest research organization, Nielsen is powered by talented, creative scientists and researchers.  Our Marketing ROI analytics’ associates come from diverse disciplines that include business, economics, engineering, marketing, mathematics, operations research and statistics.  These professionals drive innovation and insight through continual ideation, complex analyses and delivery of insights to our clients.  Because measurement is at the core of Nielsen's business, Marketing ROI projects have high visibility and make a direct impact on our clients.

Our Marketing ROI Watch Business analytics team has an opportunity available for a Hispanic Media Consultant.  The ideal candidate will be tasked with developing compelling and sophisticated marketing and advertising research solutions to our Hispanic Media publishing clients.  This highly-visible position requires work experience in TV planning, purchasing of TV ad spots, and in developing and delivering analytics to enhance publishers’ decision-making capabilities.     

Responsibilities 

• Work with internal and external clients to understand Hispanic Media broadcaster/publisher needs and requirements, identify project activities, recommend best-in-class analytical solution approaches, and alternative analytical solution approaches where appropriate
• Provide original ideas and creative solutions for advanced Hispanic Media research issues and facilitate implementation
• Design and conduct studies/analytics on specific Hispanic Media research issues. Where appropriate, lead cross-functional team initiatives by securing cooperation from outside the team.
• Clearly articulate and present analytical results to client senior leadership

Qualifications

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Business (MBA), Marketing, Economics or Statistics
• Minimum of 5 years of Hispanic Media industry experience
• English/Spanish bilingual
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task and (at times) work autonomously
• Effective organizational skills and engaging interpersonal skills
• Strong research and presentation skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point

Desired

• Experience with standard statistical platforms (e.g., SAS, SPSS or R)
• Experience with marketing mix modeling using Nielsen or IRI syndicated data
• Experience with design of experiments and statistical learning/pattern recognition

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https://nielsen.taleo.net/careersection/3/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1304132

Research Statistician - 1304133

Evanston, IL

Description

At Nielsen we understand the importance of knowing what consumers Watch and Buy.  As the world’s largest research organization, Nielsen is powered by talented, creative scientists and researchers.  Our Marketing ROI analytics’ associates come from diverse disciplines that include business, economics, engineering, marketing, mathematics, operations research and statistics.  These professionals drive innovation and insight through continual ideation, complex analyses and delivery of insights to our clients.  Because measurement is at the core of Nielsen's business, Marketing ROI projects have high visibility and make a direct impact on our clients.

Our Marketing ROI Watch Business analytics team has an opportunity available for a Statistician.  The ideal candidate must have expertise in the development of econometric models, proficiency in modern analytical programming,  familiarity with optimization algorithms and models, and  the desire to work closely with internal and external business partners to deliver and present analytics to enhance our client decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Understand client needs for quantitative analysis of marketing effectiveness
• Design and test market response models and approaches
• Design and write SAS modules for Nielsen’s analytics platforms
• Create various prototypes for research and development purposes
• Document and present analytically derived results to internal business partners and clients
• When appropriate, partner with software engineering to build best-of-class analytics solutions

Qualifications

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business (with quantitative emphasis), or related field
• Experience writing production grade code on a standard statistical platform (SAS, SPSS, R)
• At least 3 years experience in quantitative marketing analysis and econometric modeling
• Exceptional problem solving skills
• Well-organized and capable of handling multiple mission-critical projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines

• Self-starter with the ability to (at times) work autonomously
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Desired

• Experience in marketing mix modeling with Nielsen or IRI syndicated data
• Knowledge of media planning, purchasing and media agency analytics
• Experience in operations research
• Experience with attribution modeling, pattern recognition and/or machine learning

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https://nielsen.taleo.net/careersection/3/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1304133

Primary Function:

Effectively optimize Grainger.com website by translating data into actionable insights and conducting experiments to implement those insights to drive business results.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

* Use analytics (online and offline) to develop actionable insights

* Translate business questions into effectively designed tests and experiments (e.g. A/B, multivariate tests) for different campaigns and programs.

* Collaborate within the merchandizing team on improving product categories, internal search, product recommendations through A/B testing

* Collaborate with eCommerce product management and eMarketing to improve features and functionality, email and landing pages via testing.

* Collaborate with Optimization program project manager to successfully execute ab tests

* Develop documentation for experiments and maintain internal repository e.g. develop test plans and lead test plan walkthrough with team

* Collaborate with external vendors on tests where necessary

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Statistics or mathematics degree preferred)

* 2 years Applied data mining/predictive modeling/statistics experience - Ecommerce experience a plus

* Knowledge of and experience in the design and analysis of experiments, estimating power and sample size requirements, estimating effect size

* 2 years experience using statistical analysis tools (SAS, SPSS, R) -(Medium proficiency)

* Experience with SQL in large database environments

* Experience with web analytics tools (e.g. Coremetrics, Omniture)

* Experience with online testing platforms; Test & Target is preferred

* Superior analytical and problem solving skills

* Knowledge of HTML/ Javascript a plus

* Ability to communicate effectively in a manner that is clear, logical and consistent

* Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

*Please apply directly for the position at: http://tinyurl.com/c82c66y.

*Please include a resume with your online application.

Analyst, Advanced Analytics

The Leo Burnett Group is looking to fill an Analyst position for the Modeling, Segmentation, and Forecasting team within our Data Science practice.   We are looking for individuals who can leverage their in-depth knowledge of statistics to solve complex business issues through predictive modeling.

We deliver inspired marketing solutions to a blue chip client roster and we’re part of Publicis Group, the world’s 3^rd largest communications group. Our clients include: Procter & Gamble, McDonald’s, and Kellogg’s. As a member of the Optimization Practice, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practices, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges.

The Optimization Practice works in partnership with Clients as well as other Agency counterparts (e.g., Account Management, Planning, Creative, Production) to seamlessly integrate CRM marketing communication into all aspects of the marketing plan.  Our role is to effectively harness the vast information already on-hand in Client customer files and databases to shape and deliver individualized customer communication.  Vital to our efforts is the compilation and assessment of results that impact future communications.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of an Analyst in Modeling, Segmentation, and Forecasting are focused on predictive and/or forecast model development, data analytics, and consumer segmentation.  Specific responsibilities include:

• Develop predictive models that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of Client database-driven CRM initiatives.
• Perform data preparation, model design, and model maintenance.
• Plan, execute, and effectively communicate the results of strategic database analyses in support of Client business (e.g., analyze impact of marketing communications on market share, program response analysis). 

Requirements

• Graduate (MS, PhD) degree in statistics or related quantitative field (e.g. economics, social sciences, engineering, mathematics).
• In-depth knowledge of statistical tools (e.g., SAS, SPSS) and techniques (linear and logistic regression, time series analysis etc.) used for modeling, segmentation, forecasting and in-depth data analysis.
• Professional experience in modeling, segmentation, and analytics a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills a must.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.

Description

Analyst, Optimization Team

 Arc Worldwide’s is looking to fill an Analyst position within the Optimization Team.  We are looking for individuals who combine strong analytic abilities and effective communication skills to improve Client database-driven initiatives.

Arc Worldwide

Arc Worldwide, the marketing-services partner of Leo Burnett Worldwide, offers a world of opportunity for creative, passionate people who want to help us shape the future of marketing.  As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practices, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges.

Optimization Practice

The Optimization Practice works in partnership with Clients as well as other Agency counterparts (e.g., Account Management, Planning, Creative, Production) to measure and optimize our client’s advertising and marketing. 

Typical deliverables from our team include:

Strategy & Planning

Reporting, Analytics, and Measurement

Modeling, Segmentation, and Forecasting

Analytic Tools and Innovation

Requirements

•Bachelor’s Degree in an analytic-focused field (e.g. statistics, engineering, social sciences, economics). An advanced degree is a plus.
•Strong quantitative problem-solving skills.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•At least 1 year of experience in a related field such as database marketing, campaign management, and data analysis is a plus.

•Experience using data analytic tools (e.g. SAS, SPSS, SQL, Cognos).

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Overview:

What started as a small purchasing company called Perseco, is now HAVI Global Solutions.  The world's most respected brands rely on HAVI Global Solutions' packaging expertise, integrated marketing and supply chain analytics, and promotions management know-how, to deliver a competitive advantage for their business – and an unshakable respect for their corporate and environmental program impacts.  Joining HAVI Global Solutions means becoming part of a dynamic team who spans 22 different countries and who strives to understand our customers’ needs and market environments and develops innovative solutions that deliver value. We know our success is derived from our people and, as such, we continuously evolve our people practices to ensure personal and professional enrichment while fostering a work environment that is fun, collaborative, and diverse in thought. 

Manager, Business Analytics

This position directs a team in support of one of our largest client's supply chain through analytics solutions such as reporting, forecasts of consumer sales, supply planning, and business and statistical analysis of consumer, supplier, industry, and syndicated data.

The Manager in this role will partner with supply chain, marketing, and other suppliers to develop forecasts and supply plans that effectively execute promotion plans and track and report performance. This position also has a variety of responsibilities related to production of forecasts and recommended production quantities, including: 

• Collaborate with other internal organizations to resolve supply chain issues and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the supply chain.
• Deliver forecasts and supply plans according to the established schedules
• Ensure the accuracy and consistency of forecasts and supply plans
• Represent Business Analytics at internal and external supply plan meetings
• Publish forecasts, supply plans, and sales reports
• Respond to supply concerns during a promotion and assist other internal groups in addressing, diagnosing, and repairing problems
• Monitor quality of inputs to forecasting and supply planning processes
• Evaluate systems performance and pursue opportunities to improve efficiency
• Serve as administrative manager to several analysts

Required Qualifications Include:

• Bachelors degree in business, economics or a related field (Master’s degree or equivalent is a plus)
• 7+ years professional experience with a focus on Analytics
• 2+ years leading teams
• Hands-on experience with data analytics tools and methodologies
• Excellent business acumen
• Proficiency in MS Office - particularly in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Proven ability to innovate and implement creative business solutions
• Understanding of the retail and QSR industry
• Experience using SAS
• Project management experience

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Analyst (Business Analytics)

The Analyst in this role within the Business Analytics team focuses on the delivery and execution of successful analytics initiatives for both internal and external clients. Initiatives that involve the team span multiple disciplines across a variety of customers. Specific projects can include reporting on Supply Chain volume trends, the design of analytic processes and services for new or existing customers, participating in active accounts requiring analytic leadership and the ongoing support of the sales process. 

Other responsibilities may include:

• Delivering forecasts and supply plans according to the established schedules
• Ensuring the accuracy and consistency of forecasts and supply plans
• Publishing forecasts, volume plans, and revision documents
• Responding to supply concerns during a promotion and assisting other groups in addressing, diagnosing and repairing problems
• Staying apprised of actual performance versus forecast
• Monitoring quality of inputs to forecasting and supply planning processes
• Evaluating system performance and pursuing opportunities to improve efficiency
• Completing post-promotion evaluations for each promotion

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Social Science with a quantitative focus (i.e. Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research) plus 2 years of business related or analytics experience; or
• Master's degree in Business or a Social Science with a quantitative focus plus at least 6 months of analytics experience
• Experience with a statistical software package (SAS is a plus)
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel)
• Experience with large datasets is a plus
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Outstanding time management and organization
• Exceptional attention to detail

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Senior Analyst - Business Analytics

The HAVI Global Solutions Business Analytics Group delivers quantifiable return on supply chain objectives for our clients, provides leadership in the accurate and timely identification and interpretation of consumer behavior and sales trends that enable cost-effective supply, accurate production and distribution planning. The Business Analytics group is at the forefront in developing technology-based solutions that support the entire organization.

The Senior Analyst in this position within the Marketing Analytics and Promotions team focuses on the delivery and execution of successful analytics initiatives for both internal and external clients. Initiatives that involve the team span multiple disciplines across a variety of customers. Specific projects include reporting on client promotions, forecasting, coding programs to support internal tools, the support of analytic processes and services for new or existing customers, participating in active accounts requiring analytic leadership and the ongoing support of our clients' sales process.  Additional responsibilities: 

• Support a team responsible for the planning and execution of successful analytics initiatives
• Identify new business opportunities with new and existing clients
• Direct the continuous improvement of existing methodologies and analytics processes
• Develop innovative solutions to existing business problems and be able to adapt those solutions to new client business
• Communicate effectively in regards to Business Analytics group insights, methodologies, processes, products and services
• Develop and strengthen business relationships with other Company departments and with internal and external clients
• Act as a leader in developing the culture of HAVI Global Solutions and the Business Analytics group

• 3+ years' experience in an analytics role
• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a related field or equivalent experience; Master's degree or equivalent experience a plus
• 1+ year experience using SAS or similar tools
• Agility to switch between multiple projects and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Experience in a consultative client service role
• Strong business acumen
• Advanced MS Excel
  

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HAVI Global Solutions provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees starting on day one. Our benefits include options for medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with Company matching provision, profit sharing, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, health and wellness benefits (including discounts on products & services), employee assistance program, and paid time-off.

Exciting Challenges Await You at HAVI Global Solutions

As the global marketplace continues to expand, the scope of our services is increasing dramatically. In step with this dynamic growth go our exciting career prospects. We have carefully developed a work culture that empowers hardworking visionaries with significant degrees of professional and personal freedom. HAVI Global Solutions’ opportunities will stretch your intellectual resources and provide you with a team of hardworking professionals with which to work. As your career thrives, so will the level of your challenges and your rewards. We invite talented team players to explore the ongoing success story known as HAVI Global Solutions.

At HAVI Global Solutions, our vision of excellence fosters diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Optimization Program Analyst

Location: Lake Forest, IL

Hours: Monday- Friday, Full time 40 hours.

Pay: $35-40 per hour

Duration: Temp to hire

Objective:

Effectively optimize website by translating data into actionable insights and conducting experiments to implement those insights to drive business results. Strong understanding of Statistical Knowledge partnered with Web Analytics.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Use analytics (online and offline) to develop actionable insights
Translate business questions into effectively designed tests and experiments (e.g. A/B, multivariate tests) for different campaigns and programs.
Monitor tests for sample estimation, perform deep dive analysis on test results and make recommendations
Collaborate within the merchandizing team on improving product categories, internal search, product recommendations through a/b testing
Collaborate with internal teams on company initiatives to do experiments
Collaborate with Optimization program project manager to successfully execute ab tests
Develop documentation for experiments and maintain internal repository e.g. develop test plans and lead test plan walkthrough with team
Collaborate with external vendors on tests where necessary

Requirements

Master’s degree in a quantitative field is required (Statistics or Mathematics)
Applied data mining/statistics experience
Knowledge of and experience in the design and analysis of experiments, estimating power and sample size requirements, estimating effect size
Experience using statistical analysis tools (SAS, SPSS, R)
Experience with SQL in large database environments
Experience with web analytics tools (e.g. Coremetrics, Omniture) and online testing platforms (e.g.. Test & Target) is a plus
Superior analytical and problem solving skills
Knowledge of HTML/ Javascript a plus
Ability to communicate effectively in a manner that is clear, logical and consistent
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Where to apply:

Web: www.superiorjobs.com # 275897

E- Mail - loprestim@superiorgroup.com

Assurant Health is the brand name for a family of health insurance products focused on providing a variety of affordable plan choices to consumers. The portfolio of health care products includes major medical, supplemental and fixed-benefit plans for individuals, families and small employers. Assurant Health is committed to providing access to convenient health care delivery, easy-to-understand products and value-added services that help customers better manage their health care dollars and get the most out of their coverage-ultimately seeking to protect not only financial security but also the health and well being of its customers. Assurant Health's products are underwritten and issued by John Alden Life Insurance Company, Union Security Life Insurance Company and Time Insurance Company, which has been in business since 1892. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., Assurant Health employs approximately 2,000 employees. More information about Assurant Health can be found on the company's website at assuranthealth.com.

Healthcare Statistician Job#27584

The Healthcare Statistician will provide advanced analytic support and consulting services to decision makers throughout the company. The analysis undertaken most commonly utilizes advanced predictive modeling techniques similar to those employed in analytical sciences such as statistics, economics, and operations research. The models developed are used to drive decisions relating to risk management, customer experience improvement, business performance evaluation, and operational efficiencies. We will look to you to:

• Develop and implement advanced modeling methodologies to foster company wide business decision-making.
• Collaborate in and provide consulting services to business partners, actuaries, analysts, and programmers to develop study designs, analysis reports, and modeling tools.
• Collaborate in or manage multiple projects and communicate project results/status to customers.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• SAS expertise or extensive ability to apply at least one other advanced data management and analysis software package such as SPSS, e-Views, S or R in addition to expertise in a programming language such as C++, .Net, SQL, or Java.
• Two to three years experience in performing modeling and data analysis including processing and analyzing large data files. It is desirable for the candidate to have experience with large health insurance data files. Extensive experience with large data sets requiring multiple variable reduction techniques preferred.
• Ability to complete risk studies on claims, lapse, and/or benefit reduction data through the application of statistical modeling or data mining techniques.
• Ability to understand business problems and carry out project plans.
• Strong analytical and quantitative ability to conduct required research and understand statistical models, optimization concepts, and hypothesis testing development. It is necessary to have specific abilities with respect to regression models, survival analysis, time series, statistical computation, or numerical analysis.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills to effectively communicate technical information to all levels of personnel.
• Ability to collect, organize and process complex data and information from multiple sources, verify its accuracy, and effectively develop alternatives and logical relationships.
• Thorough knowledge of quantitative methods, statistical models, and optimization concepts and the ability to apply them to business situations.
• Knowledge of data base management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or Microsoft Access.

Desired Skills/Experience

• A strong preference will be given to candidates whom have attained a Masters or PhD in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.

We offer comprehensive benefits to full time and part time employees including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), pension, generous paid time off and much more.

Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

To learn more about our current opportunities and apply online, please visit:

http://jobs.assurant.com

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BMO Harris: Marketing Analyst

At our company, we have been helping our customers and communities for over 125 years. Working with us means being part of a team of talented, passionate individuals with a shared focus on working together to deliver great customer experiences. We stand behind your success with the support you need to turn your potential into performance.

BMO Harris is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diversity, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives.

Our goal is to become the powerful, proactive analytical workforce that BMO Harris needs to succeed.

BMO Harris Analytics provides the organization with thought leadership. We help the business to create linkages between the data and the front-line.  We listen to our clients, determine how the data can help address what are clients want, and draw insights that can help solve problems or create new opportunities.

Knowledge Desired:

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in marketing analytics and statistics required.
Bachelor level or higher degree in Quantitative Degree (e.g., Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering), Master’s degree preferred.

Retail and Commercial Banking knowledge preferred, but will consider experience in Insurance, Credit Card, TeleComm, CPG, Retail and Pharma.

Skill Levels Desired:

Analytical thinking (Very High Proficiency)

Ability to translate business problems into analytic solutions that drive and support business strategies and tactics (High Proficiency)
Communicating and presenting solutions to technical as well as non-technical audiences, and to all levels of management, including senior executives (High Proficiency)

Statistical Modeling and Data Mining (Strong Proficiency)

SAS, SQL, Excel, and database skills (Strong Proficiency)
Problem-solving skills (Strong Proficiency)

Ability to develop creative and innovative solutions to problems (Average Proficiency)
Strong project management skills with high attention to details (Average Proficiency)
Interpersonal and relationship skills with the ability to interact well within group and across departments (Average Proficiency)

To explore this opportunity to join BMO Harris N.A., visit our website and apply for position #95241 at www.harrisbank.com.

BMO Harris thanks all applicants. We advise only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

BMO Harris: Senior Marketing Analyst

At our company, we have been helping our customers and communities for over 125 years. Working with us means being part of a team of talented, passionate individuals with a shared focus on working together to deliver great customer experiences. We stand behind your success with the support you need to turn your potential into performance.

BMO Harris is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diversity, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives.

Our goal is to become the powerful, proactive analytical workforce that BMO Harris needs to succeed.

BMO Harris Analytics provides the organization with thought leadership. We help the business to create linkages between the data and the front-line.  We listen to our clients, determine how the data can help address what are clients want, and draw insights that can help solve problems or create new opportunities.

Knowledge Desired:

Minimum of 6+ years of experience in marketing analytics and statistics required.
Bachelor level or higher degree in Quantitative Degree (e.g., Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering), Master’s degree preferred.

Retail and Commercial Banking knowledge preferred, but will consider experience in Insurance, Credit Card, TeleComm, CPG, Retail and Pharma.

Skill Levels Desired:

Analytical thinking (Very High Proficiency)

Ability to translate business problems into analytic solutions that drive and support business strategies and tactics (Very High Proficiency)
Communicating and presenting solutions to technical as well as non-technical audiences, and to all levels of management, including senior executives (Very High Proficiency)

Statistical Modeling and Data Mining (High Proficiency)

SAS, SQL, Excel, and database skills (High Proficiency)
Problem-solving skills (High Proficiency)

Ability to develop creative and innovative solutions to problems (High Proficiency)
Strong project management skills with high attention to details (High Proficiency)
Interpersonal and relationship skills with the ability to interact well within group and across departments (Strong Proficiency)

To explore this opportunity to join BMO Harris N.A., visit our website and apply for position #95224 at www.harrisbank.com.

Position Summary

• Provide research and statistical analysis of customer experience and operational data to drive process improvements that will positively impact the overall customer experience

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data from a variety of sources to identify key drivers of customer loyalty and retention (e.g. survey and operational data)
• Performs and evaluates basic to moderately complex trend analysis using statistical methods
• Prepares reporting at enterprise, AOR and regional levels to track performance
• Evaluates business results, identifies significant variances compared to planned performance
• Analyzes causes of variance and recommends action for improvement
• Identifies and resolves basic to moderately complex data issues
• Assists in the formulation of strategies to achieve business objectives
• Communicates and presents analytical results and research findings
• Actively builds strong relationships across teams, team members and external vendors

Required Experience

• 1-3 years of experience using statistical analysis software (SPSS, SAS or R)
• 1-3 years experience in the use of data sources and applications to conduct research
• 1-3 years of relational database experience
• 1-3 years experience with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Personal Traits

• Manage project execution of moderate complexity
• Integrates technical knowledge with business goals and strategy
• Breaks down complex information in a systematic format

Interested Applicants should apply here: https://allstate.taleo.net/careersection/10000/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=CUS00111