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Wayfair Senior Analyst Strategic Ops Finance- Transportation in Boston, Massachusetts
This position is a hybrid in-office role that works out of our Headquarters in Boston, MA (this role is not a virtual / remote position). 4 days in office/ 1 day WFH
The Strategic Operations Finance (SOF) - transportation team is looking for a highly motivated, analytical and out of the box thinking individual for the role of Senior Analyst in our team. The Senior Analyst will be a key contributor in supporting the reporting of the Transportation P&L and involved in developing financial and operational forecasting for the network primarily for EU (UK and Ireland) operations and support North America reporting. Additionally, the Senior Analyst will be required to forge strong business relationships with our transportation operations, finance and tech stakeholders to provide key insights into their spend and aid in efforts to optimize those costs.
Who we are: The SOF - Transportation team (Within broader SOF) plays a critical role in supporting the Transportation and Delivery (T&D) Operations team and broader Wayfair organization by providing our stakeholders and executive team with analytics and forecasts necessary to drive global business forward and make key decisions. The team works cross-functionally with various business partners from other finance teams, pricing, operations and tech to improve cost visibility, lead budgeting for strategic initiatives, track cost savings and perform ad hoc analysis for leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
Translate high-level business problems into more specific questions which can then be answered by data-driven analysis
Partner with various business stakeholders to identify key factors and requirements for each project, and obtain buy-in or resources for project execution
Develop and maintain analysis and reporting using SQL, Google sheets and Looker Studio/similar dashboarding tools.
Make recommendations based on findings, ensuring that analysis is used to drive business strategy.
Develop metrics to precisely measure success / failure, and create quantitative feedback mechanisms to align teams with objectives.
Leverage internal and external sources to innovate and drive change and consistency in our operations.
Research and develop streamlined data maintenance processes by understanding data intricacies and where tech changes need to be made.
What You'll Need:
3+ years of relevant working experience in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
Degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, Engineering or other concentrations with a quantitative focus preferred
Analytical, creative, and innovative approach to solving problems; experienced with data analytics and model development
Passionate about solving complex business problems
Possess strong written and verbal cross-functional communication skills
Experience working in an operational environment to drive business / customer outcomes
Experience with Advanced Excel. Familiarity with Microsoft/Google suite preferred
Experience working with large datasets and SQL for actionable business insights. Nice to have but not required: GBQ, R or Python
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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