Senior Data Analyst

Business/Strategic Management See Yourself At Target See a company like no other. We're a company living a clear vision; to be the best. In every area of our business. In everything we do. Our nationwide channel of retail stores, distribution centers, and corporate offices offer you thousands of opportunities to join our diverse team and bring your best.Target.comMake an online connection. Join the fast-paced team behind one of the world s most successful retail Web sites. Purpose: The Analytics and Optimization Sciences (AOS) team utilizes their data analysis, statistics, and optimization sciences skills to increase the sales and profit of Target Corporation by providing world class actionable insights, championing analytical best practices, and delivering end-user analytical tools. This position is responsible for providing data driven actionable insights and solutions for Target.com and Guest Relationship Management (GRM) initiatives executed in the web channel. See Yourself: Performing data analysis and web analytics to support business needs. Types of analysis may include: cross-channel purchasing trends, developing performance metrics for web based marketing initiatives, evaluating targeted marketing techniques, developing end user reporting solutions, customer segmentation and RFM analysis. Interfacing with Target.com business leaders and representatives to validate business requirements/requests for analysis and/or reporting. Executing the full development lifecycle of a data analysis or reporting project. Duties include scoping business requirements developing analysis plans, analyzing data and working with AOS management/supervisors to summarize, synthesize, and present final project results and deliverables. Ensuring strong client service and satisfaction through pro-active communication of progress against project timelines. Interfacing with AOS team members, Target India AOS team members, Target Technology Services (TTS) and TTS partners to resolve issues related to the execution of analytical requests and delivery of results. Documenting analytical methodologies used in the execution and delivery of projects. Working under deadlines and being flexible with changing priorities. Strong "Team" orientation with a desire and ability to work closely with others.Job Requirements:Minimum Requirements: Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, ability to think strategically 3-5 years experience in database marketing and/or web analytics 3-5 years experience performing database analysis to address business needs Excellent SAS skills, (SAS base programming, Enterprise Guide, Data access, SAS ODBC) or equivalent data analysis tool Strong SQL programming and usage skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills with peers, management team and business clients. B.S. in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Marketing and/or Business or related area of study or equivalent work experienceDesired Requirements: 4 + years experience in database marketing 4+ years experience performing database analysis to address business needs 4+ Internet or direct marketing industry experience in retail 4+ Statistical analysis experience (e.g., market basket analysis) for retail stores Data Warehousing experience (relational data modeling) M.S. in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Marketing and/or Business or related area of study or equivalent work experience Knowledge of internet fundamentals and retail functions that support GRM (CRM) functions in a multi-channel retail environment such as Target. See The Rewards Eligible team members will receive one of the best earnings packages anywhere, including competitive pay, all-around insurance coverage, 401(k), flexible scheduling, training and development and many other perks and benefits. See a place of exciting challenges and rewards. See a place where you’ll feel empowered to do something brilliant. See a place filled with creativity and unlimited opportunity. See a place where ‘work’ could easily be called play. See yourself here. Target is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is a drug-free workplace. To apply for this position, please click here. Contact Information: Company: Target Reference Code: 51308BR