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Walgreens

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Data
  • Deerfield

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's and 1 year of data analysis experience or a High School diploma with 4 years. Proficient in SQL and Microsoft Office. Retail pharmacy experience is a plus.
  • You will analyze data, support strategic planning, manage projects, communicate with stakeholders, develop reports, and mentor junior analysts in Pharmacy & Retail Operations.

Requirements

  • Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree and at least 1 year of experience with analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions; OR, High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of experience with analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
  • At least 1 year of experience querying databases (for example: SQL, Golden, Business Objects, EDW, SAS and/or SQL Server).
  • Experience in identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve issues and problems.
  • Experience communicating the impact of business analysis results to business leaders.
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word (for example: inserting headers, page breaks, page numbers and tables and/or adjusting table columns).
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font).
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree or MBA.
  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Retail Pharmacy Experience.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for collecting, summarizing data and providing analysis that will assist Pharmacy & Retail Operations management in both long- and short-range strategic planning, and the development and implementation of programs
  • Maintains a comprehensive understanding of business processes and practices pertaining to all aspects of Pharmacy & Retail Operations within the Retail Hub
  • Provides more complex analysis of corresponding data to build business case for system and operational procedure changes, enhancements, development of functional specifications or interface opportunities with costs and or return on investment summarized
  • Serves as operation point of contact for various projects to drive project execution
  • Communicates relevant project information to stakeholders, both corporately and in the field
  • Collects, analyzes, makes specific recommendations, and presents information pertaining to proposed programs to meet the business and strategic goals of Pharmacy & Retail Operations and the Company
  • Manages complex ad-hoc projects and analyses, as needed
  • Plans, designs and deploys appropriate reports and tools
  • Collaborates across Pharmacy & Retail Operations, IT, legal and regulatory, process improvement teams, and others, to develop operational solutions
  • Coaches, mentors, guides, and provides oversight to less senior Business Analysts

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Senior Business Analyst at Walgreens?

The primary responsibility is to collect, summarize data, and provide analysis to assist Pharmacy & Retail Operations management in strategic planning and program development.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of experience analyzing and reporting data, or a High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience is required.

Is experience with data querying necessary for this role?

Yes, at least 1 year of experience querying databases such as SQL, Business Objects, or SAS is required.

What skills are essential for this position?

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are essential for this position.

Is a Master's Degree preferred for this role?

Yes, a Master's Degree or MBA is preferred.

Will I need to manage projects in this role?

Yes, managing complex ad-hoc projects and analyses is part of the responsibilities.

What kind of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this position?

Retail Pharmacy experience is preferred for candidates applying for this position.

Are there opportunities for mentorship in this role?

Yes, the Senior Business Analyst will coach, mentor, and provide oversight to less senior Business Analysts.

How does Walgreens support equitable access to healthcare?

Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, focusing on equitable access for the medically underserved populations.

What type of projects will a Senior Business Analyst work on?

A Senior Business Analyst will work on projects related to process improvement, strategy development, industry trends, competitive analysis, and company positioning.

Walgreens

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Walgreens is a leading pharmacy and retail company in the United States, providing a wide range of health and wellness products, prescription medications, and services. Their ultimate aim is to champion the health and well-being of communities by offering convenient and accessible healthcare solutions. Walgreens focuses on improving health outcomes and ensuring that customers have access to essential health services and products.