Sales Strategy & Analytics (Sr. Analyst)

Ally; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off

401K

Bonuses

Relocation help

Health Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ally Financial seeks an experienced analytics professional for its West Regional Business Center in Plano, TX. The role focuses on quantitative analysis, data-driven insights, and leadership of analytics teams. You will leverage Snowflake, Python, and Power BI to deliver actionable business recommendations.

The position emphasizes collaboration with executives and cross-functional partners, with a strong emphasis on storytelling and data visualization to drive strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in analytics or data-driven roles in financial services.
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights and recommendations.
• Experience with Snowflake and BI tools (Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Execute quantitative analysis and problem solving to develop in-depth business insights, scenario-based assumptions, and forward-looking analysis.
• Mentor developing analytics professionals and collaborate with other analytics teams.
• Translate data into meaningful insights, opportunities, and actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Create and enhance Power BI reports, dashboards, and views for diverse audiences.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Storytelling

Presentation skills

Stakeholder influence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Math, Science, Data Analytics or similar

Tools

Snowflake

Power BI

SAS

Python

Job description

Ally and Your Career
Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Ally and Your Career
Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?
Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.The Opportunity
As a leader in digital financial services, our customer and employee experiences run on data. We depend on the Ally analytics community to fuel these journeys and to help nearly 10,000 leaders and employees make countless data-driven decisions every day. Our analytics community has hundreds of analytics professionals across Ally in communities focused on business analytics, data science, R, Python, Power BI and more and continues to grow every day. As you read this, our Technology and Digital organization is deploying our new Cloud Computing platform to accelerate and expand our digital capability.
We're looking for a passionate analytics professional with great communication skills for our West Regional Business Center. This person will execute quantitative analysis and problem solving to develop in-depth business-relevant insights, scenario based assumptions and forward-looking analysis. Utilizes data from databases, internal reports, market/business trends, and/or financial statements in analysis. Plays integral role in strategy development and associated risk management. They will also mentor developing analytics professionals and connect with other analytics teams to build capability. Do you have a focus on measurable business outcomes, strong analytical skills, and a desire to make an impact? If you are a creative and critical thinker, storyteller, learner and innovator and want to work in an environment focused on using data driven decision making, keep reading.

The Work Itself

• 3–5+ years of experience in Auto Finance, Consumer Finance, analytics, strategy, or a related business-focused analytical role.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to dive deeply into data while maintaining focus on broader business priorities and outcomes.
• A proactive, ownership-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to independently identify opportunities, take initiative, and move work forward with limited direction.
• Strong business judgment and intellectual curiosity, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, think creatively, and develop practical solutions to new or evolving business problems.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with leaders and teams across multiple functions and levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships, understand stakeholder needs, and influence through insights rather than simply deliver analysis.
• Strong hands‑on experience using Snowflake to pull, explore, and analyze data, with the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights, opportunities, and actionable recommendations.
• Ability to create and enhance Power BI reports, dashboards, and views that make information intuitive, actionable, and relevant for different business and leadership audiences.
• Experience with SAS, Python, and/or other analytical tools, with the ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies.
• Curiosity and willingness to adopt emerging AI and analytics tools, including Copilot, and develop practical use cases that improve efficiency, streamline manual work, and enhance how the organization uses data to make decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to learn rapidly, adapt to changing priorities, and solve problems dynamically.
• Strong storytelling, communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex findings into clear, concise recommendations for business stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• BS or MS in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Data Analytics, or a similar quantitative or analytical field.

How We'll Have Your Back

Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including: Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part‑time status and management level). Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access. Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially. Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts. Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers program and other employee discount programs. Other Compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity. To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf

Who We Are

Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if after review of the position expectations, you believe that you may need a medical accommodation to fulfill the duties of this role, please email [e-mail] with details of your accommodation request.

Base Pay Range

$85,000.00 - $150,000.00
An individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.

Incentive Compensation

This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.