Data Analyst - I

Pioneer Data Systems, Inc; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data analytics provider is seeking a Data Analyst in Somerville to conduct competitive analysis and support marketing teams. This role requires proficiency in COGNOS, Tableau, and strong analytical skills. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and at least 6 months of experience. Responsibilities include synthesizing data to provide actionable insights and supporting multiple projects in a collaborative environment. Join a team where your contributions will shape strategic decisions and drive business success.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in an analyst or similar role.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize COGNOS and Tableau to identify and analyze data.
• Develop and maintain internal SharePoint data libraries.
• Synthesize data to form recommendations and insights.
• Influence stakeholders for team involvement in discussions.

Skills

Database management tools

Cognos

Tableau

Excel

SharePoint

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Data Analyst (Cognos/Tableau, Sharepoint)

Division: Global Business Insights

Supervisor Title: Senior Director/Director or Manager, US Market Insights

Location: Somerville / Cincinnati

Overview

With supervision, the position is responsible for analyzing competitive insights within the Global Business Insights Center of Excellence team (GBI), supporting the assigned business unit / region. The role executes competitive intelligence research and analysis, serves as a representative on the assigned Business Unit / Regional Insight team, and supports both the Global Strategic Marketing and Regional Marketing Teams. It works with Business Unit teams to conduct competitive insight and analysis activities, including competitor pipeline, commercial strategy, tactical and strategic plans, and marketplace conditions and technology scenarios. The role requires strong business acumen, understanding, and the ability to work with competitive insight and analysis tools and techniques across the business.

Responsibilities

• Utilize COGNOS and Tableau reporting software to identify and analyze data to support key organizational strategies
• Create integrated analyses from varied data sources
• Develop and maintain MS Excel and MS Access sourcing databases
• Support US Marketing and GBI team with ad‑hoc projects
• Develop and maintain internal SharePoint data libraries and communication materials
• Implement competitive insight and analysis projects in support of assigned business unit / region, as directed
• Synthesize data to form recommendations and actionable insights
• Influence multiple stakeholders to ensure a high level of team involvement in key business discussions
• Provide competitive market assessments and scenarios and ensure flawless execution of all projects and activities required to drive business success
• Provide fact‑based insights and analytics programs to address business needs, executing insight and business analytics tools, techniques and processes
• Offer foundational learning to help ensure understanding of marketplace dynamics and support education and dissemination of existing knowledge estate and market information for key Business Unit / Region partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 months of experience in an analyst or similar role
• Proficiency with database management tools and presentation of data analysis – COGNOS, Tableau, and data visualization business software knowledge is a plus
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities to analyze and validate data
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access)
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Detail‑oriented, dependable, and motivated; interested in learning new things and comfortable taking the initiative to seek out projects or new areas of responsibility
• Experience in the medical device, hospital specialty, or healthcare field is preferred, but not required
• Ability to work in a matrix environment where a high degree of collaboration is needed

Other Skills and Abilities

• Excellent personal leadership, collaboration, communication and analytical skills
• Ability to support cross‑functional teams and translate customer insight/marketing research data tools and techniques into actionable insights to drive decision-making
• Strong analytic and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and demonstrate success in creative problem solving and team partnership
• Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills and strong project management skills
• Ability to organize and present information to internal business partners

Desired Characteristics

• Connect business partners to marketplace and competitor insights
• Shape business strategy to meet future competitive needs
• Lead insight development and deliver insights that drive current and future competitive advantage

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.