Senior Analyst, Advanced Analytics

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:
As a Senior Analyst in the Advanced Analytics organization, you will be responsible for analyzing current business and product processes to continually identify areas for efficiencies and improvements. Additionally, you will be responsible for delivering tools and actionable insights to improve and streamline the New Balance & Value Chain ecosystem. Requires cross functional business requirement gathering & data analysis to build appropriate reports to drive the business engine. The role will also encompass predictive analytics and data modeling support as New Balance expands its data landscape. Responsibilities also include creation of manuals, procedures, and process maps to educate, train, and document reporting methodology. Must be able to seamlessly operate at all levels within the organization up to and including Senior Leadership.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Acknowledged as an expert in your abilities to gather requirements, understand approach to data pull, pulling & manipulation of data, and packaging data for customer in appropriate manner.
* Act as technical SME/consultant for groups across New Balance in regards to source data, customer process, data manipulation, and analysis techniques (modeling, predictive analytics, data science, machine learning, etc.)
* Supports the New Balance Analytics Center of Excellence (COE). Focusing on standardization of analytics approaches, data methodologies, and the mentoring/development of analytics talent.
* Participates in the strategic design, development and delivery of ideas, programs, and projects using advanced analytics. Utilizes strong problem solving and project management techniques.
* Has ability to see data and intuitively understand if data looks correct. Utilizes a variety of tools and techniques to accomplish data validation & visualization.
* Ensures report requirements are translated, formatted and integrated into project design and understood by key stakeholders. Strong understanding of common filters and logic used across various business groups.
* Also responsible for creation/maintenance/standardization of documentation around reporting assumptions, filters, and logic.
* Develops and maintains tools for data driven decisions & KPIs across New Balance.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

* Bachelor's degree or greater in engineering/technical/analytic field plus a minimum of 7 years of performing analyst duties.
* Inspired to seek out, learn, adopt, and adapt new technical skills within the rapidly evolving Analytics space.
* Expert in Data Visualization/Business Intelligence software packages and ability to mine & blend data from various sources. (Spotfire, PowerBI)
* Strong SQL/Snowflake expertise with ability to pull data, join data, and analyze data within SQL/Snowflake. This includes Nested Queries, Pivots, different levels of aggregation, UNIONs and JOINS.
* Experience in analytic scripting languages and predictive analytics preferred: (R, Python, HTML)
* Ability to effectively interact/collaborate/problem-solve with customers at all levels of the organization.
* Complex project management and organizational skills are essential due to evolving fast paced environment.
* Must have deep understanding of MS Office (Excel, Word, PPT, Access, Visio, Sharepoint, Teams).
* Desired skills include machine learning, data science, and artificial intelligence.
* Demonstrated analytical capabilities and business acumen. Six Sigma Black/Green belt or technical certifications candidates preferred.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.