Quantitative Operations Associate – Capacity Modeler

Jobtailor; Arizona; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a capacity planning specialist to build and maintain advanced models for volume forecasting and resource optimization within banking analytics. You will collaborate with front-line units, present findings to executives, and continually enhance model inputs and processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and a drive to innovate in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM; Master’s preferred.
• 2+ years in quantitative roles supporting complex functions.
• Proficient in MS Excel.
• Experience with Copilot and statistical software (SAS, Python, R).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• First shift availability in the United States; 40 hours/week.
• Experience with Arena or discrete event simulation; optimization tools (SAS OR, GAMS, XPRESS, CPLEX).
• Tableau or data visualization experience; banking analytics exposure.
• Prior capacity or financial planning experience desired; knowledge of regression/time-series a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain capacity planning and resource optimization models.
• Develop and maintain volume forecasts, capacity plans, and vendor models.
• Partner with Front Line Units (FLUs) to ensure model accuracy.
• Present model production and performance to executive leadership.
• Evaluate enhancements to capacity model inputs, processes, outputs.
• Drive modeling consistency and innovation across Resource Analytics.
• Modernize existing capacity models using simulation and optimization techniques.
• Support documentation and adherence to Model Risk Management guidelines.
• Drive consistency in model development and usage across peer groups.
• Monitor models to improve forecasting performance and efficiency.

Skills

Capacity Planning

Resource Optimization

Statistical Software (SAS, Python, R)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM fields

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Copilot

Arena

SAS OR

GAMS

XPRESS

CPLEX

Tableau

Python

R

Job description

• Develop and maintain capacity planning and resource optimization models
• Develop and maintain volume forecasts, capacity plans, and vendor models
• Partner routinely with Front Line Units (FLUs) to ensure model accuracy
• Conduct model production and performance presentations with executive leadership
• Evaluate new opportunities and implement enhancements to capacity model inputs, processes, and outputs
• Drive capacity modeling consistency and innovation across Resource Analytics
• Modernize existing capacity models using advanced simulation and optimization techniques
• Support documentation and adherence to Model Risk Management (MRM) guidelines and requirements
• Drive consistency in model development and usage across peer groups
• Monitor models to improve forecasting performance and efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Finance, or other STEM field
• 2+ years of experience in quantitative roles supporting complex functions
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with Copilot
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with strong aptitude for problem solving and collaboration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, specifically the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely to key stakeholders
• Natural curiosity and drive to answer important business questions
• High aptitude for self-motivation and self-determined project work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• First shift availability in the United States of America
• 40 hours per week
• Desired: Master’s degree in a related STEM field
• Desired: Prior capacity or financial planning experience
• Desired: Understanding of linear regression and time-series modeling techniques
• Desired: Understanding of simulation and operations research techniques
• Desired: Experience with SAS, Python, R, or similar statistical software
• Desired: Experience with Arena or similar discrete event simulation software
• Desired: Experience with SAS OR, GAMS, XPRESS, CPLEX, or similar optimization software
• Desired: Experience with Tableau or other data visualization software
• Desired: Prior Banking industry analytics and modeling experience, specifically with models that adhere to standards set by a risk management governing body

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in capacity planning, resource optimization, and advanced modeling techniques, with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and statistical software. Proven ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and collaborate within team-oriented environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Capacity Planning
• Resource Optimization
• Statistical Software (SAS, Python, R)
• Model Risk Management (MRM)
• Data Visualization (Tableau)

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Quantitative Analysis
• Volume Forecasting
• Linear Regression
• Time-Series Modeling
• Simulation Techniques
• Operations Research
• Optimization Techniques

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Self-Motivation

Industry Keywords

• Banking Industry Analytics
• Model Development
• Risk Management Standards

Tools & Technologies

• MS Office (Excel)
• Copilot
• Arena
• SAS OR
• GAMS
• XPRESS
• CPLEX