Strategic Analytics & Operations Analyst

Datavant; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Datavant is seeking an Analytics & Insights leader within the Strategic Operations team in the United States. You will own KPI analysis, build models, and translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership.

This role emphasizes dashboards, automation, and AI-enabled workflows to drive strategic decisions. You will partner with finance, operations, and other teams to ensure analytics inform business priorities, with opportunities to lead cross-functional projects and program

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in management consulting, finance, strategic planning, business analytics, or an operational analyst role.
• Advanced Excel and Google Sheets modeling skills; able to build accurate, scalable models from scratch
• Hands-on experience building tools with Google Apps Script, AI-assisted coding, or similar
• Strong analytical skills; able to structure ambiguous problems, work with complex datasets, and extract actionable insights
• High standard for accuracy and rigor, with the ability to move quickly without sacrificing quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to turn data into clear, compelling stories for senior leadership in Google Slides
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with senior leaders and colleagues at all levels; demonstrated professionalism and emotional intelligence
• Self-starter who takes ownership, brings ideas forward, and is eager to learn and grow through feedback

Responsibilities

• Own the analysis leadership relies on: monitor KPI trends, diagnose operating variances, and conduct root cause analyses that drive action.
• Build and maintain operational and financial models, such as capacity, throughput, staffing, and scenario planning, to inform business strategy and evaluate new initiatives.
• Turn complex data into clear, concise insights and recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences, including executive-ready materials.

Skills

Management consulting

Finance

Strategic planning

Business analytics

Operational analytics

Tools

Google Apps Script

AI workflows

Google Sheets

Excel

Job description

Datavant is seeking an Analytics & Insights leader within the Strategic Operations team in the United States. You will own KPI analysis, build models, and translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership.

This role emphasizes dashboards, automation, and AI-enabled workflows to drive strategic decisions. You will partner with finance, operations, and other teams to ensure analytics inform business priorities, with opportunities to lead cross-functional projects and program