January 11th, 2010
Apply through:
https://www.isg1.net/app/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=456202&B_ID=71&fid=1&Adid=
Sr Merchandising Analyst
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| Merchandising analysts are internal consultants for the merchandising department. They provide the data for the line review process as well as a statistical and financial foundation for merchandising decisions regarding pricing and product placement. Specific responsibilities of the position will vary on the basis of project assignment and project role, but typically include:
- Maintaining and enhancing the AutoZone’s home-developed Excel VBA/SAS based system (MAP) to support the merchandising decisions for over 40 categories.
- Supporting the category managers’use of MAP and their stocking decisions consulting with them to help ensure optimal assortment.
- Assist in producing and improving store refresh assortment process (hubs as well as non-hub refresh)
- Leading development for special initiatives related to product assortment but outside of the scope of MAP and store refresh.
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Essential requirements include:
•3-5 years experience performing business analysis and track record of increasing responsibility and results or equivalent degree of graduate education.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues and clients.
•Strong analytical skills to do statistical modeling and other quantitative and research.
•Possessing at least one of the following skills:
oProficiency in SAS (Base and Macros).
oProficiency in Excel and VBA programming.
Desirable skills and experience include:
•Additional programming skills (SQL, Java, Perl, Unix Shell, etc.).
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| Master degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering or closely related disciplines required. |
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| AutoZone is the nation’s leading retailer of automotive parts and accessories with over 4,000 stores in the US, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Each store carries an extensive line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and accessories. Since opening its first store in Forrest City, Ark., on July 4, 1979, the Company has joined the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AZO) and earned a spot in the Fortune 500. |
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January 4th, 2010
0901077 — Associate Accreditation Research Analalyst
BlueCross and BlueShield of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN
The mission of the Medical Informatics Division (MI) is to support all BCBST business units by conducting research, and developing tools and processes that improve the outcomes, quality, access to, cost and utilization and management of health care. MI achieves this mission through analysis and health services and other types of research designed to (1) improve clinical practice, (2) improve BCBST’s ability to provide access to and deliver high quality, high-value health care, and (3) provide policy makers with the ability to assess the impact of system changes on outcomes, quality, access, cost, and use of health care resources. The candidate chosen for this position will serve to support the mission of the MI division.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work closely with consultants, senior researchers, and business unit staff to support the MI mission through the following major activities:
- Quality and Outcomes Improvement, Management and Research Initiatives
- HEDIS
- Surveys
- EPSDT/ TENNderCARE
- Epidemiological/Geospatial Studies, Evaluations, Investigations, and Surveillance Programs
- Research Studies
- Statistical Analyses
- Report and Tool Development
1. Assist consultants and senior researchers with developing the above-mentioned activities and programs.
2. Be responsible for maintaining production of reports related to the above-mentioned activities, conduct analyses, and provide recommendations based on data contained in the report.
3. Produce visual explanations and conduct research studies related to the above-mentioned activities.
Minimum acceptable qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative/research discipline and two or more years of data analyses or research experience in a managed health care environment OR Advanced degree in a quantitative/research discipline
- Basic knowledge of statistics and experience using SAS, including data extraction, data preparation and working with large databases
- Working knowledge of MS Office products
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written are essential
- Prior exposure to clinical concepts/coding and familiarity with regulatory guidelines and requirements (NCQA, CMS, EQRO, URAC etc.) is desirable
- Proven problem solving ability and experience in managing multiple assignments with critical deadlines; teamwork and leadership qualities are a plus
Please apply via our career site at:
https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/openings/
Expires: 1/27/2009
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November 4th, 2009
0900912 — Associate Biostatistical Research Analyst
BlueCross and BlueShield of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN
The mission of the Medical Informatics Division (MI) is to support all BCBST business units by conducting research, and developing tools and processes that improve the outcomes, quality, access to, cost and utilization and management of health care to BCBST members. MI achieves this mission through health services and other types of research designed to (1) improve clinical practice, (2) improve BCBST’s ability to provide access to and deliver high quality, high-value health care, and (3) provide policy makers with the ability to assess the impact of system changes on outcomes, quality, access, cost, and use of health care resources. The candidate chosen for this position will serve to support the mission of the MI division.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work closely with senior researchers and business unit staff to support the MI mission through the following major activities:
• Provider Profiling
• Network Evaluation
• Transparency and Pay for Performance Programs
• Clinical Program Evaluation
• Research Studies
• Population Assessment
• Statistical Analysis
• Outcomes Assessment
• Report and Tool Development
• Utilization and Cost Studies
1. Assist the senior researchers with developing the above-mentioned activities and programs.
2. Be responsible for maintaining production of reports related to the above-mentioned activities.
3. Produce visual explanations and conduct research studies related to the above-mentioned activities.
Qualifications:
- Minimum acceptable qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a quantitative/research discipline and two or more years of managed health care experience or an advanced degree in a quantitative/research discipline;
- Have some experience in the application of modern statistical design and analysis techniques to health-related data;
- Have a strong interest in statistical and research methodology;
- Strong abilities in the use of SAS and other computational software for statistical analysis.
- Teamwork and leadership qualities are a plus.
Please apply via our career site at:
https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/openings/
Expires: November 21, 2009
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October 23rd, 2009
MANAGER, BUSINESS ANALYTICS
Michigan
Three Openings
$90-$110K
Bonus Eligible
Relocation Provided
(1) Manager-Trade Promotion Modeling:
Build account specific statistical models using state of the art modeling techniques that will optimize bottoms up forecasting and trade promotions for our business unit. This role will also maintain and/or improve forecasting accuracy through advance analytics; provide consumption data to multiple systems. Leverage trade promotion models to answer ad-hoc business questions.
(2)Manager-Store Analytics:
Convert complex data into business solutions using top of the line statistical methods. Lead the effort to provide fact based modeling insights to customer business plan & value added promotions. Provide expertise, insights & technical knowledge to sale & marketing organizations across multiple business units to enable fact based decision making. Impacts the future success of company by evaluating the effectiveness of marketing & sales programs and deliver insights that lead to greater sales and profit.
(3)Manager-Pricing Analytics:
Lead the effort to build pricing models and tools used for understanding pricing at national or retailer level for multiple business units. Enable the effort to improve and enhance collaboration with HQ and retailers by providing effective data insights to optimize pricing. Impacts the future success of company by evaluating the effectiveness of pricing actions and deliver insights that lead to greater sales & profit. Leverage pricing models to answer ad-hoc business questions.
Position Requirements:
Masters in Statistics or Economics is preferred with a minimum of 5 years experience.
SAS programming knowledge is preferred.
Knowledge of econometric modeling concepts, marketing mix analysis is required.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time is required.
Excellent project mgmt, time mgmt, communications and presentation skills are required.
Must have strong computer skills in: Excel & PowerPoint.
Preferred:
SAS certification is preferred.
CPG experience
A strong understanding of a variety of statistical techniques (e.g. regression, ANOVA, cluster analysis) is preferred.
Excel VBA a plus.
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August 26th, 2009
0901077 — Associate Accreditation Research Analyst
BlueCross and BlueShield of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN
The mission of the Medical Informatics Division (MI) is to support all BCBST business units by conducting research, and developing tools and processes that improve the outcomes, quality, access to, cost and utilization and management of health care. MI achieves this mission through analysis and health services and other types of research designed to (1) improve clinical practice, (2) improve BCBST’s ability to provide access to and deliver high quality, high-value health care, and (3) provide policy makers with the ability to assess the impact of system changes on outcomes, quality, access, cost, and use of health care resources. The candidate chosen for this position will serve to support the mission of the MI division.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work closely with consultants, senior researchers, and business unit staff to support the MI mission through the following major activities:
- Quality and Outcomes Improvement, Management and Research Initiatives
- HEDIS
- Surveys
- EPSDT/ TENNderCARE
- Epidemiological/Geospatial Studies, Evaluations, Investigations, and Surveillance Programs
- Research Studies
- Statistical Analyses
- Report and Tool Development
1. Assist consultants and senior researchers with developing the above-mentioned activities and programs.
2. Be responsible for maintaining production of reports related to the above-mentioned activities, conduct analyses, and provide recommendations based on data contained in the report.
3. Produce visual explanations and conduct research studies related to the above-mentioned activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative/research discipline and two or more years of data analyses or research experience in a managed health care environment OR Advanced degree in a quantitative/research discipline
- Basic knowledge of statistics and experience using SAS, including data extraction, data preparation and working with large databases
- Working knowledge of MS Office products
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written are essential
- Prior exposure to clinical concepts/coding and familiarity with regulatory guidelines and requirements (NCQA, CMS, EQRO, URAC etc.) is desirable
- Proven problem solving ability and experience in managing multiple assignments with critical deadlines; teamwork and leadership qualities are a plus
Please apply via our career site at:
https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/openings/
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August 7th, 2009
QSource is seeking an individual with the knowledge and experience to load, manipulate, edit, verify, validate and merge clinical and health related data sets. Will also generate queries and perform data management functions to ensure the integrity of data. Must also be able to summarize information in a format suitable for presentations on healthcare and/or quality improvement topics (PowerPoint, Excel, mapping software). Masters degree or equivalent experience in statistical analysis and/or research. Experience in statistical software applications (SAS preferred), spreadsheets, word processing, graphics and presentation software. We offer excellent benefits in a TQM environment. Position is available in either our Memphis, Nashville or Little Rock location. Send resume and salary history to:
Katrina Scott,
Human Resources Manager
QSource
3175 Lenox Park Blvd., Ste. 309
Memphis, TN 38115
www.qsource.org
Fax: (901) 273-2695
e-mail: kscott@qsource.org
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July 7th, 2009
location: Memphis, TN
To apply please follow the link:
https://www.isg1.net/app/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=419105&B_ID=71&fid=1&Adid=
Internal consultant, responsible for developing reporting tools for the Merchandising Department.
Responsibilities:
- Implements software development life cycle (SDLC) to build business solutions under the highest standards and procedures.
- Maps and documents business processes to make recommendations to improve quality, cycle times and resources. Monitors, evaluates results and makes adjustments.
- Synthesizes complex business data to design and automate analysis reports with relevant information for management decision making.
- Provides technical support to business users; develops training materials for computer related courses, and eventually conducts training.
- Developing and maintaining Merchandising Reporting Web site and the BI tools for the Category Managers and other functions of Merchandising.
- Automating the standard SAS and EXCEL based reports.
- Developing reports to track various key projects and promotions.
- Work with cross functional teams to achieve Data Integrity and uniform reporting.
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s Degree in (BA, BS), Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Actuary, Computer or Electronic Engineering or related field.
· MIS or related and 3 years experience developing web based applications using Web Focus or any BI software.
· Write advanced queries using outer joins, unions, and sub-queries in SQL
· Computer skills:
§ Advanced SAS, SQL, OOP
§ Intermediate Visual Basic for Applications, DBMS
· Excellent analytical and project management skills.
· Fully bilingual (English & Spanish languages)
· Master Degree is a plus.
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May 6th, 2009
The Office of Institutional Research at the University of Memphis is looking for a part-time person with SAS experience.
Contact:
G. Donhardt
@ donhardt@memphis.edu
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May 1st, 2009
Please Apply via:
https://www.isg1.net/app/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=412638&B_ID=71&fid=1&Adid=
Merchandising analysts are internal consultants for the merchandising department. They provide the data for the line review process as well as a statistical and financial foundation for merchandising decisions regarding pricing and product placement. Specific responsibilities of the position will vary on the basis of project assignment and project role, but typically include:
- Developing and validating statistical models for pricing and product placement.
- Developing and testing predictive models for demand modeling and sales forecasting for better accuracy in stocking decisions for the products.
- Designing Excel tools for utilizing the processes information in the most efficient way.
- Consulting with product managers on business decisions.
Essential requirements include:
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering or closely related disciplines required.
- 2 years experience performing business analysis and track record of increasing responsibility and results or equivalent degree of graduate education.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues and clients.
- Strong analytical skills to do statistical modeling and other quantitative and research.
- Possessing at least one of the following skills: Proficiency in SAS (Base and Macros);Proficiency in Excel and VBA programming.
Desirable skills and experience
Industry or academic experience in
- optimization applications for merchandising and product assortment.
- solving large scale optimization problems (linear and integer programming using SAS/OR, CPLEX or other tools).
- developing and testing predictive models for demand modeling and sales forecasting.
- Statistical model building and data mining (Linear and Non-Linear Regression, Multi-nominal choice models, clustering, CART, etc.).
- Additional programming skills (SQL, Java, Perl, Unix Shell, etc.).
Finally, incumbents in this position are expected to possess the ability to think creatively and work effectively with teams of professionals engaged in tackling real-world business problems of retailing.
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March 19th, 2009
When you join AutoZone, you’ll be part of a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 corporation that is relentlessly creating the most exciting Zone for vehicle solutions. With over 4,000 stores in the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico we’re looking for people who are committed to providing outstanding customer service. In return, employees get competitive benefits and an opportunity to grow. Come be a part of our team.
Merchandising Analysts are internal consultants for the merchandising department.
Responsibilities:
Provides the data for the line review process.
Tracks promotions, contest, and team objectives.
Monitors all of the team categories making sure objectives are met.
Provides a statistical and financial foundation for merchandising decisions.
Participates in all team activities and decisions.
Solves problems through data analysis and reporting.
Consults with product managers on business decisions to provide a statistical and financial foundation
Analyzes proposed promotions and tests to determine feasibility and profitability.
Programs in the SAS language to retrieve information and automate reporting.
Performs analysis of SMS tables, flexogram tables, warranty databases, store/item/retail tables, shipment tables, and warehouse/item/store tables.
Measures progress verses the operating plan to ensure the team meets company expectations.
Requirements:
Bachelors Degree with 3 – 5 years previous experience.
Benefits
- Medical
- options include a health care account and health savings account
- Wellness Programs
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacation & Holiday Pay
- Personal, Medical, Military and Bereavement Leaves
- Store Discount
- Tuition Reimbursement
- ASE Certification Reimbursement/
- Adoption Assistance
- Credit Union
- Stock Purchase
- Matching Gift Program
- Home Mortgage Program
- Scholarship Award Program
- Service Awards
- Referral Bonus
Contact person: Melinda Waddell
Email address: melinda.waddell@autozone.com
Phone number: 901-495-7578
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