Quant Ops Analyst: Forecasting, Capacity & Optimization

Bank of America; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a quantitative professional to join the Global Operations Resource Analytics team. You will develop and implement models for volume forecasting, capacity planning, scheduling, scenario analysis, and operational reporting.

The role applies advanced analytical methods to real-world business challenges and translates findings into practical, data-driven recommendations while collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting insights to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in industrial engineering, operations research, or related STEM field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and VBA.
• Experience querying databases using SQL.
• Experience developing and implementing discrete‑event simulation and optimization models.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot to accelerate model development and formulate heuristics.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply quantitative methods to business problems.
• Ability to work effectively through ambiguity, complexity, and change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains models for the line of business, including volume forecasts, capacity plans, and vendor models
• Drives horizontal consistency in model development and usage across peer groups
• Conducts routine model production and performance presentations with executive leadership
• Ensures adherence to Model Risk Management (MRM) requirements
• Supports ongoing model monitoring to improve forecasting performance and efficiency

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Data Modeling

Data Visualization

Problem Solving

Presentation Skills

Collaboration

Data Management

Data Mining

Stakeholder Management

Technical Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in industrial engineering

Master’s degree in operations research

Related STEM field

Tools

SQL

Python

SAS

Arena

Gurobi

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Bank of America is seeking a quantitative professional to join the Global Operations Resource Analytics team. You will develop and implement models for volume forecasting, capacity planning, scheduling, scenario analysis, and operational reporting.

The role applies advanced analytical methods to real-world business challenges and translates findings into practical, data-driven recommendations while collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting insights to senior leadership.