Data Analyst

NexRep, LLC; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NexRep is seeking an Operations Data Analyst to support the Workforce Optimization team. You will forecast contact volumes, determine staffing needs, and optimize the workforce for our US and international clients, reporting on performance and productivity.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and able to translate complex data into actionable insights for internal teams and clients. Collaboration, strong Excel and SQL skills, and the ability to communicate across levels are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years in an analytical role.
• Advanced Excel skills with strong data interpretation.
• Proven ability to partner with internal clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end workforce management for assigned accounts.
• Generate forecasts daily, weekly, monthly, and annually.
• Review forecast accuracy and advise on variances.
• Report on agent performance and productivity.
• Collaborate with Operations and Client Services.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Job description

Description

Job Status

Full-time, Exempt

Reports to

VP, Analytics & Insights

Job Summary

NexRep is an industry leader in providing dynamic virtual contact center solutions, including talent acquisition, certification and learning, technology and security, and workforce optimization. Our team is experiencing a high rate of growth as we partner with our clients to build customer service solutions both in the US and overseas. The Operations Data Analyst is a key member of the Workforce Optimization team, providing analytical support to contact center operations, forecasting contact volumes, determining staffing requirements, optimizing the workforce, and reporting on operational performance and productivity. We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative, and analytical-minded professional who is ready to jump in with the team to drive the evolution of our department to meet client needs.

Essential Functions

• Manage end-to-end workforce management responsibilities for all assigned accounts
• Collaborate and nurture relationships with internal clients in Operations and Client Services
• Generate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts
• Review forecast accuracy, and make proactive recommendations to minimize variances
• Clean forecast data weekly and monthly to maintain forecast accuracy
• Recommend proper contact center staffing levels
• Project staffing level shortages and overages
• Track all agent movement and attrition
• Report on agent schedule adherence
• Report on sourcing and attrition impact to the short-term and long-term forecasts
• Track and report on agent performance and productivity
• Analyze and report on operational KPIs
• Conduct complex root-cause analyses to understand variances and inform future planning
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to answer both operational and workforce-related questions
• Attend and provide insights and recommendations at internal team and program meetings
• Attend and provide insights at external / client meetings

Requirements

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or related field
• Analytical-minded and fully grasps the value of using data to drive business decisions
• 3+ years in an analytical role
• Highly skilled critical thinker and creative problem solver
• Highly organized and efficient
• Strong attention to detail
• Collaborative, patient, and empathetic when working with others
• Willingness to learn a unique and evolving system
• Ability to take direction and willingness to implement specific practices
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization and with clients
• Able to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Intermediate SQL skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Contact center experience preferred, but not required.

Hours/Travel

• Full-time
• Some weekend, evening or holiday hours may occasionally be required to meet client needs.
• Some travel may occasionally be required, up to 5-10% of the time and typically no more than one week in length.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

NexRep provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.