Lead Data Analyst

TXU Energy; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra is seeking a Lead Data Analyst in Irving, TX to lead data strategy and analytics initiatives that shape key business decisions.

You will lead cross-functional teams, design data models, forecast trends, and communicate insights to executive leadership while mentoring junior analysts and promoting a data-driven culture.

Join Vistra to impact a global energy leader and advance your career with challenging projects and collaboration across the organization.

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of professional experience in data analysis or a related field.
• Advanced experience in SQL programming, statistical analysis, and data modeling.
• Extensive experience in statistical software such as R, SAS, or Python.
• Proven experience leading and managing cross‑functional teams to execute on data initiatives.
• Ability to lead, track, and communicate the status of team initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing data strategy and analytics initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Leading and managing cross‑functional teams to execute on data initiatives and drive insights that impact business decisions.
• Designing and implementing data models and simulations to forecast trends and patterns.
• Conducting advanced analysis using statistical tools and software, such as R or Python.
• Identifying areas for improvement in data collection and analysis processes and recommending solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Preparing reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to executive leadership and other stakeholders.
• Mentoring and coaching junior data analysts and fostering a data‑driven culture within the organization.

Skills

SQL programming

Statistical analysis

Data modeling

Cross-functional leadership

R/SAS/Python

Tools

R

SAS

Python

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

As a Lead Data Analyst, you will be responsible for leading and driving data strategy and analytics initiatives that impact business decisions.

Key Accountabilities

• Developing and implementing data strategy and analytics initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Leading and managing cross‑functional teams to execute on data initiatives and drive insights that impact business decisions.
• Designing and implementing data models and simulations to forecast trends and patterns.
• Conducting advanced analysis using statistical tools and software, such as R or Python.
• Identifying areas for improvement in data collection and analysis processes and recommending solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Preparing reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to executive leadership and other stakeholders.
• Mentoring and coaching junior data analysts and fostering a data‑driven culture within the organization.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

• 7–9 years of professional experience in data analysis or a related field.
• Advanced experience in SQL programming, statistical analysis, and data modeling.
• Extensive experience in statistical software such as R, SAS, or Python.
• Proven experience leading and managing cross‑functional teams to execute on data initiatives.
• Ability to lead, track, and communicate the status of team initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to be trustworthy and dependable.
• Experience developing and implementing data strategy and analytics initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Demonstrated advanced analytic skills and attention to detail.

Key Metrics

• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and communicate complex ideas to executive leadership.

Location

Irving, Texas.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.