Senior Global Incentive Analytics Analyst

Salesforce; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for Global Incentive Compensation Analytics to generate deep insights and build predictive models that shape compensation design. This role focuses on data-driven decisions, sophisticated statistical methods, and partnering with GTM teams to align plans with strategic direction.

The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, data-driven environment, demonstrates curiosity, and can translate complex analyses into clear recommendations for decision-makers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Advanced Analytics, or highly technical quantitative analysis.
• Proficiency in Python (or R) for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and building scientific models.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL/Snowflake for complex query authoring, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Experience in data visualization with Tableau or a similar tool.
• Strong communication and storytelling to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Modeling & Simulation: Build and deploy scientific and predictive models using Python to simulate the financial and behavioral impacts of proposed compensation plan changes.
• Deep-Dive Analytics: Go beyond standard reporting to uncover hidden trends and evaluate ROI of various Incentive Compensation programs.
• Data Pipeline & Automation: Extract, manipulate, and transform large datasets using SQL and Python to automate insight generation.
• Strategic Partnership: Serve as the analytics partner for GTM organizations, translating models into recommendations to evaluate compensation changes.
• Forecasting: Develop predictive algorithms that forecast GTM performance and commission payouts.
• Pay-for-Performance Framework: Design and build a framework to evaluate payout rates and compensation structures across roles and tiers.

Skills

Python

SQL

Statistical analysis

Data manipulation

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Snowflake

Job description

Salesforce is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for Global Incentive Compensation Analytics to generate deep insights and build predictive models that shape compensation design. This role focuses on data-driven decisions, sophisticated statistical methods, and partnering with GTM teams to align plans with strategic direction.

The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, data-driven environment, demonstrates curiosity, and can translate complex analyses into clear recommendations for decision-makers.