Position : Business Metrics/Analytics – Remote (Work 8am - 5pm PST Timings)

Location : San Jose, CA

Duration : 12 Months contract

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1^st Shift

Client: Medical Device Company

Job Category: Accounting/Finance

Level Of Experience: Mid-Level

Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only)

Note:

• Remote, candidates do not need to be local as long as they can work 8am - 5pm PT

3 Must haves on the resume:

• Data analyst, very proficient in excel, resource management experience

Job Description:

• The Business Metrics/Analytics is responsible for analyzing NPD project resource information into business intelligence to support the strategic objectives of the R&D organization and drive data management excellence. Includes data and technology management (data acquisition, mining, analysis, data integrity management, metrics generation/management and reporting.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of concepts and principles of business metrics and analytical techniques/tools.
• Works with and enhances utilization of current software systems l to improve Project and Portfolio Management processes .
• The ideal candidate combines the skills of portfolio, resource management and forecasting.

Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting / Business, Data Engineering, or related discipline
• One or more years of experience in relevant analytical experience with a focus on planning, modeling, forecasting, budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting required
• Portfolio Management
• Resource Planning and reporting
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office
• Expert level experience with Excel is a key requirement of the Analyst (pivot tables, macros, reports, charts, slicers, dashboards)
• Experience with Project and Portfolio Management tools (e.g. PlanView) is a plus
• Power BI experience is also strongly desired
• Experience with tools utilized to automate and create/maintain analytical reports and dashboards
• Experience translating analysis results into recommendations.
• Collect, organize, analyze and summarize complex data
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and test/implement them using an iterative approach
• Ability to drive requests and issues to closure
• Ability to work independently and multi-task
• Collaboration and facilitation within the Portfolio Management Team and with users and other stakeholders as needed
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures
• Demonstrated results oriented capabilities
• Adaptability; learns quickly and responds positively to complexity and change.
• Comfortable working in an environment that is constantly evolving.
• Team player with superior people skills and a positive attitude.
• Able to make and communicate the results of tough decisions.