Lead Analytics & Strategy Team

Wellmark, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmark, Inc. is seeking a senior data analytics leader to guide a team of analysts and data scientists. You will shape evidence-based recommendations, ensure data quality, and deliver models to internal stakeholders and leadership to drive strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced analytics, and collaboration with business partners to improve outcomes and efficiency within the organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in quantitative discipline and 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Or a Bachelor's degree plus 4 years direct, applicable work experience.
• Experience in analytical or strategic roles with leadership exposure.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage timelines and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Proactively consult with key departments to solve complex business problems and drive optimization.
• Lead and train the team on consultative problem solving and project prioritization.
• Utilize data science methods to enable solutions and recommendations.
• Provide day-to-day management of resources including coaching and budgeting.
• Drive self-service reporting and model improvements to support critical initiatives.
• Manage multiple projects to align with corporate strategic plans and timelines.
• Build or oversee statistical models; ensure quality and documentation.
• Monitor analytics trends and adopt applicable advancements in technology and methods.
• Drive adoption of solutions through clear communication and change management.
• Collaborate with delivery and operations teams to ensure data integrity of solutions.
• Develop and implement quality controls and departmental standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Statistics

Machine learning

Communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in quantitative discipline

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

R

Python

SQL

SAS

Job description

Wellmark, Inc. is seeking a senior data analytics leader to guide a team of analysts and data scientists. You will shape evidence-based recommendations, ensure data quality, and deliver models to internal stakeholders and leadership to drive strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced analytics, and collaboration with business partners to improve outcomes and efficiency within the organization.