Senior Analyst, Risk Forecasting

DriveTime Automotive Group Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401K

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

On-site gym

Paid time off

Job summary

DriveTime Automotive Group Inc. seeks a Senior Analyst, Strategic Analytics to design growth and profitability strategies using large datasets and advanced analytics.

You’ll partner with leaders, build automated reports, and deliver actionable insights across ancillary products, including SQL, Snowflake, and Tableau. The role requires 3+ years in analytics, a quantitative degree, and strong communication skills to inform senior executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as economics, finance, statistics, engineering, computer information systems or other STEM field.
• 3+ years of experience in data, financial, and/or strategic analytics.
• Experience using analysis to create value-added strategies and make recommendations to the business to improve organizational performance.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, collaborative teamwork, intellectual horsepower, curiosity, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Strong statistical skills and experience focused on business decision making and problem solving.
• Experience managing multiple project streams.
• Demonstrated skill in SQL/Snowflake and extensive experience developing analysis in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Innovate on existing products and processes while using emerging technologies and data analysis to identify new opportunities to improve customer experience and profitability in our ancillary products division.
• Create in-depth analyses, collaborate with stakeholders, and leverage resources skillfully to capitalize on those new opportunities.
• Create, maintain, and automate reporting to help partner teams produce value-add strategies and optimize their business segment.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills in making recommendations to senior executives across DriveTime’s family of companies.
• Constructing in-depth quantitative analysis by processing, manipulating, and studying large datasets by leveraging strong Excel skills and coding languages such as SQL, Snowflake, and R.
• Designing, developing, testing, and implementing new products and solutions.
• Effectively communicating with concise insights and/or visualizations utilizing software such as Tableau while partnering collaboratively with colleagues and senior leaders in DriveTime.
• Being self-driven and able to take initiative to further the success of the business.

Skills

SQL

Snowflake

R

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Quantitative degree

Tools

Tableau

Excel

Job description

What’s Under the Hood DriveTime Family of Brands includes SilverRock, which provides quality warranty and ancillary products, and a customer-friendly claims process. SilverRock offers a variety of ancillary products and administrative services encompassing everything from GAP coverage to vehicle theft and GPS tracking to dealership fleet management. Our ancillary product expertise is proven with over 1 million service contracts, products, and warranties, and over $300 million in claims. That’s Nice, But What’s the Job? This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible for hire at this time.

In short, the Senior Analyst, Strategic Analytics will use creative problem solving and leverage analysis of large datasets to design strategies that accomplish our organizational initiatives of growth, customer experience, and profitability in high profile initiatives. In long, our Senior Analyst, Strategic Analytics are responsible for:

• Innovate on existing products and processes while using emerging technologies and data analysis to identify new opportunities to improve customer experience and profitability in our ancillary products division.
• Create in-depth analyses, collaborate with stakeholders, and leverage resources skillfully to capitalize on those new opportunities.
• Create, maintain, and automate reporting to help partner teams produce value-add strategies and optimize their business segment.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills in making recommendations to senior executives across DriveTime’s family of companies.
• Constructing in-depth quantitative analysis by processing, manipulating, and studying large datasets by leveraging strong Excel skills and coding languages such as SQL, Snowflake, and R.
• Designing, developing, testing, and implementing new products and solutions.
• Effectively communicating with concise insights and/or visualizations utilizing software such as Tableau while partnering collaboratively with colleagues and senior leaders in DriveTime.
• Being self-driven and able to take initiative to further the success of the business.

So What Kind of Folks Are We Looking for?

Killer analytical and reporting abilities. You’ll need the capability to analyze data and in return, prepare timely reports on your findings. A mind for the details. Okay we know “detail-oriented” is on about every job description – but we really mean it! Intellectual curiosity. Why? What? How? Do you find yourself always wanting to learn more and broaden your knowledge base? If so, this could be the role for you. Passionate and goal oriented. We are looking for someone that is enthusiastic about their work and is passionate about not only meeting their goals but exceeding them. Good verbal and written communication skills.

The Specifics.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as economics, finance, statistics, engineering, computer information systems or other STEM field.
• 3+ years of experience in data, financial, and/or strategic analytics.
• Experience using analysis to create value-added strategies and make recommendations to the business to improve organizational performance.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, collaborative teamwork, intellectual horsepower, curiosity, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Strong statistical skills and experience focused on business decision making and problem solving.
• Experience managing multiple project streams.
• Demonstrated skill in SQL/Snowflake and extensive experience developing analysis in Excel.

So What About the Perks?

Perks matter. We take a hybrid work approach, finding balance between the benefits of in-person and work-from-home environments. This position has an on-site expectation of a minimum of three days a week.

• Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.
• 401(K)
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
• Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! But seriously, DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
• Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!
• In-House Gym. We want our employees to be the best versions of themselves. So come early, take a break in your day or finish strong with a workout!
• Smart-Casual Dress. Come dressed in jeans (you’ll fit right in with the rest of us).
• Paid Time Off. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard! Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days, holidays, and good ole' fashioned YOU time! For our Part-timers, don't fear you get some time too...vacation time is available - the more you work, the more you earn!

Anything Else?

• DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here.
• Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership, oh and don’t forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay, we’ll stop there)!

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. And when it comes to hiring, we don't just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime.

Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional, fun, and high-energy environment! At the DriveTime Family of Brands, we don’t just sell cars - we create opportunities, improve lives, and have fun doing it. Through DriveTime, Bridgecrest, SilverRock, and GoFi, we’re shaking up the pre-owned car industry with fresh ideas, cutting-edge tech, and over 20 years of know-how. From matching the right customer with the right vehicle to making financing simple, we put people in the driver’s seat - literally. We’re headquartered in Tempe, AZ, and Dallas, TX, but our impact stretches nationwide. No matter where you are, you’ll find a team that works hard, laughs often, and celebrates big wins together. Think career growth with a side of camaraderie, innovation, and plenty of high-fives. If you’ve got DRIVE, love solving challenges, and want to make a real impact, your next adventure starts here. Buckle up - your career journey with us is about to take off!