Analytics Team Lead, Data Science & Strategy

Wellmark, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmark, Inc. in Des Moines, IA, seeks a senior analytics leader to guide a team of analysts and data scientists. You will design and deliver evidence-based recommendations to drive strategic initiatives, improve efficiency, and deliver actionable insights to leadership across the organization.

You will mentor staff, manage priorities, and partner with business stakeholders to translate complex data into clear decisions. A quantitative degree and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline and 2 years of experience or Bachelor’s with 4 years of direct, applicable experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in analytic/strategic roles and ability to engage stakeholders to solve business problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication, and ability to deliver clear insights to all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of analysts and data science professionals to support corporate strategic initiatives.
• Design and deliver evidence-based recommendations to solve problems and improve outcomes.
• Ensure models, data, and solutions are provided to internal stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Self-starter

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in quantitative discipline

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

R

SAS

Python

Java

Job description

Wellmark, Inc. in Des Moines, IA, seeks a senior analytics leader to guide a team of analysts and data scientists. You will design and deliver evidence-based recommendations to drive strategic initiatives, improve efficiency, and deliver actionable insights to leadership across the organization.

You will mentor staff, manage priorities, and partner with business stakeholders to translate complex data into clear decisions. A quantitative degree and strong communication are essential.