Senior Analyst - Strategic Initiatives

WESCO; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Senior Analyst - Strategic Initiatives in Boston to support high-impact priorities through market research, data analysis, business case development, and AI-enabled initiatives for Wesco, its customers, and its suppliers.

You will apply structured problem-solving to ambiguous business challenges, support strategic development and partnerships, and contribute to the execution of AI-enabled initiatives from requirements gathering through implementation and benefits tracking.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required.
• 5+ years documenting business processes and implementing improvements.
• 5+ years navigating security, legal, and tech requirements.
• 3+ years building dashboards and visualizations for decision-making.
• 3+ years developing business cases using internal and external data.
• 3+ years leveraging AI or automation tools to prototype solutions.
• Supply chain and sales experience preferred.
• Ability to travel 0% - 25%.

Responsibilities

• Conducts market research and internal/external data analysis to support strategic initiatives and prepare leadership materials.
• Develops business cases and models to compare strategic options and drive opportunities.
• Analyzes potential partnerships, supplier opportunities, and M&A targets to identify synergies.
• Supports AI-enabled initiatives from requirements gathering to benefits tracking.

Skills

Business processes

Security/compliance

Data visualization

Business case development

AI / Automation

Supply chain

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

As the Senior Analyst - Strategic Initiatives, you will support high-impact business priorities by conducting market research, performing internal and external data analysis, developing business cases, and producing insights that inform strategic decisions for Wesco, its customers, and its suppliers. You will apply structured problem-solving to ambiguous business challenges, support strategic business development and partnership opportunities, and contribute to the execution of AI-enabled initiatives from process definition and requirements gathering through implementation and benefits tracking.

Responsibilities

• Conducts industry market research and in-depth internal and external data analysis to support key strategic initiatives, develop insights and recommendations, and prepare materials for internal and external leadership.
• Develops business cases and models commercial scenarios to support strategic business development initiatives.
• Analyzes potential partnerships, supplier opportunities, and M&A targets to identify synergies, supply chain efficiencies, and business development harmonization opportunities.
• Supports execution of end-to-end AI-enabled initiatives, including business process definition, requirements gathering, implementation support, and benefits tracking

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required
• 5+ years of experience documenting business processes, identifying improvement opportunities, collaborating with impacted stakeholders, and implementing business process changes.
• 5+ years of experience navigating enterprise security, legal, and technology requirements to support tool or process implementation.
• 3+ years of experience building dashboards, data visualizations, and insights that support business decision-making.
• 3+ years of experience developing business cases, commercial analyses, or strategic recommendations using internal and external data.
• 3+ years of experience leveraging AI or automation tools to prototype, document, and support development of solutions that address business problems.
• Supply chain and sales experience preferred
• Ability to travel 0% - 25%

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.