Data Analyst, Commercial
Role summary
Cardinal Health is seeking a Commercial Data Analyst to support its Medical Segment's sales, marketing, and pricing teams. This role involves transforming complex data into actionable insights using tools like Excel, Alteryx, and Tableau. The analyst will lead projects and handle ad hoc requests, identifying trends and opportunities to drive strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include data aggregation, descriptive analysis, visualization, and communicating findings to stakeholders. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 4+ years of analytic support experience, proficiency in SQL, Excel, Tableau, and experience with relational databases and data exploration tools. Salesforce.com experience is a plus.
About The Company
Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and solutions organization dedicated to improving the cost-effectiveness of healthcare. With a focus on innovation and excellence, Cardinal Health provides comprehensive products and services that support healthcare providers, manufacturers, and pharmacies worldwide. The company’s commitment to delivering quality, safety, and efficiency has established it as a trusted leader in the healthcare industry. Emphasizing a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement, Cardinal Health strives to create a positive impact on patient outcomes and healthcare delivery systems globally.
About The Role
The Commercial Data Analyst at Cardinal Health plays a pivotal role in supporting the Medical Segment’s sales, marketing, and pricing teams by transforming complex data sets into actionable insights. This position involves leveraging advanced analytics, automation, and visualization tools such as Excel, Alteryx, and Tableau to develop meaningful reports and solutions. The analyst acts as a trusted partner, working on multi-week projects and ad hoc requests to identify trends, uncover opportunities, and solve business problems. The role requires a combination of technical expertise, business acumen, and excellent communication skills to translate data into strategic recommendations that drive decision-making and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
- 4+ years of experience providing analytic support to sales and marketing teams
- Experience with requirements gathering and user acceptance testing
- Proficiency with relational databases, SQL, and data exploration tools; Alteryx experience preferred
- Ability to work with complex data environments and disparate data sources, including third-party data
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau
- Some experience with Salesforce.com
- Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset and ability to work independently
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute multi-week projects and handle ad hoc data analysis requests, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of insights
- Act as a consultant and product manager to develop, deliver, and maintain analytics solutions that meet business needs
- Identify business problems or opportunities by applying knowledge of data and processes, then design and develop reporting solutions accordingly
- Translate vague or complex business requests into concrete, actionable data deliverables
- Interpret analytical results to identify trends, issues, and opportunities, providing recommendations to support strategic objectives
- Utilize data aggregation, descriptive analysis, and visualization techniques to communicate findings effectively across various organizational levels
- Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, ensuring understanding of complex data insights and influencing decision-making
- Manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively to adapt to evolving business requirements
- Build and nurture relationships with stakeholders, establishing yourself as a trusted analytics partner within the organization
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and holiday leave
- Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Access to wages before scheduled pay date through myFlexPay
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Work-life balance resources and support programs
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs and wellness initiatives
Equal Opportunity
Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, public assistance status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, veterans, and those without a traditional college degree, to apply. We believe that embracing diversity fosters innovation and better solutions for our customers and community.