Company Profile
At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally native, data-impowered solutions. Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry Team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of our success.
Overview
We are seeking an experienced MDU Consultant / Business Analyst to support strategic growth initiatives within the broadband and telecommunications space. This role is ideal for a strong strategic consultant who combines MDU industry knowledge, business strategy, and data analytics with the ability to translate complex information into meaningful business insights and executive-level recommendations. The ideal candidate will have direct experience with Multi-Dwelling Unit (MDU) or residential broadband/fiber service offerings and understand the unique considerations associated with delivering broadband and communications infrastructure across apartment communities, condominiums, office buildings, and residential developments. This individual should bring a strong consulting presence, analytical mindset, and the ability to operate as both a strategic advisor and hands-on contributor.
Key Responsibilities
· Support strategic growth initiatives related to MDU and residential broadband/fiber service offerings
· Analyze business, operational, and market data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and actionable insights
· Provide strategic recommendations to support business growth and decision-making
· Develop data-driven analyses and translate findings into clear business recommendations
· Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs and support strategic initiatives
· Create executive-level presentations, reporting, dashboards, and data visualizations
· Present findings and recommendations clearly to senior stakeholders and leadership
· Utilize Excel and other analytical tools to organize, analyze, and interpret business data
· Develop polished PowerPoint presentations that effectively communicate strategy, findings, and recommendations
· Support business cases, strategic planning, and other consulting-related deliverables
· Leverage AI tools, where appropriate, to improve analysis, research, and overall efficiency
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in consulting, business analysis, strategy, telecommunications, or a related role
- Bachelors Degree Required
- Direct experience with MDU, residential broadband, fiber, or telecommunications service offerings
- Strong understanding of broadband and communications infrastructure within multi-dwelling environments
- Demonstrated experience supporting strategic growth initiatives
- Strong business and data analytics capabilities with the ability to turn data into actionable business insights
- Proven consulting presence with the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with data visualization and executive-level reporting
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
- Experience utilizing AI tools is a plus
Compensation
For individuals assigned or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates are required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a fulltime W2 Salary 6 month-consulting engagement with an expected salary range of $140,000-150,000. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.
Benefits
Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.
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