Data Analytics Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

The Data and Analytics team within SCM plays a critical role in delivering analytics and reporting solutions across SCM Enterprise Services, Nuclear, Generation & Gas, Power Delivery and Shared Services towers. This analyst position is responsible for developing analytics and reporting solutions that enable stakeholders to make data-informed decisions, leading to improved business outcomes, increased efficiencies, and higher customer satisfaction.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

· Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, or other relevant analytical fields

· Advanced degree is a plus

Experience

· 2+ years of experience in data analytics and/or data management or other analytical fields

· Coding/programming and analytical proficiency in SQL, R and/or Python

· Advanced data visualization proficiency in Power BI or other visualization tools

· Advanced knowledge in MS Excel, and applications within MS Office Suite

· Strong analytical and reporting skills, with demonstrated work experience in data mining, query writing, and visualization

· Experience working cross-functionally in a highly matrixed organization

· Experience with executive-level presentations that effectively communicate complex concepts

· Experience working with Maximo, Oracle and GEP systems are a plus

· Experience working with Alteryx or similar workflow management tools is a plus

· Experience working with Databricks is a plus

· Supply Chain Management or procurement knowledge/experience a plus

Knowledge and Skills

· High level of ownership and self-motivation to deliver high-quality end products, while proactively looking for opportunities for continuous improvement

· Intermediate-level skills in data analysis and reporting, internal enterprise analysis, marketplace analysis, and benchmarking

· Proficiency in data extraction and data mining from internal and external systems

· Ability to interpret data and turn it into actionable insights and communicate the business impact

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

· Ability and determination to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

· Effective written and verbal communication skills

· Basic understanding in competitive bidding, commercial agreements, inventory management, supplier relationship management, and facilitation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Design, enhance, and deploy complex, large-scale analytical models and/or reporting solutions to enable informed, data-driven decisions across SCM

· Identify data quality improvement opportunities, ensure data accuracy, consistency, and standards in alignment with Data Strategy

· Extract, transform and/or load (ETL) data from multiple sources for analytical and reporting end products

· Translate analytical and report findings into clear, actionable recommendations

· Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports

· Serve as analytics and/or reporting point of contact for SCM stakeholders, delivering timely end products aligned with business objectives

· Act as change agent using data-driven recommendations to promote and implement best practices and continuous improvement

· Promote and be a champion of Our Values and SCM initiatives for work team

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

· This position can require some travel – approximately 25% per year

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

· Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance

· Safety focus and a strong personal safety record