We are looking for someone with modeling and statistical analysis capabilities and strong SAS and SQL skills. Manage and train two analysts. Must have staff management experience, five years practical experience in Marketing Analytics and the ability to commit to a one year contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial environment.

All referrals are appreciated and earn you $1000.00 each when hired.

• Utilize data mining techniques to identify consumer behavior trends
• Work with line of business leaders to maximize their marketing dollars
• Develop test and control scenarios to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing initiatives
• Evaluates the success of marketing initiatives with the goals of continuous improvement and establishing Marketing ROI

• Determine the most appropriate methodologies and metrics to evaluate programs

• Develop statistical models to forecast product acceptance, sales, customer acquisition and retention, transactions and customer value

• Leverage experimental research design to improve insights for improved marketing effectiveness and efficiency, with a special emphasis on optimization of the value of customer contacts

• Consult with internal staff members to help them understand customer data and develop appropriate action plans

• Synthesize secondary data to provide actionable recommendations to business leaders

• Provide tracking of customer business measures for key business initiatives
• Prepare comprehensive reports of findings, illustrating data graphically
• Manage projects to adhere to budget and time constraints
Additional:
• Educate internal staff on the usage of the customer database interface software
• Act as a day to day resource for understanding customer data

Submit your resume to mary@analyticsearches.com

Mary Parker, CPC
Managing Partner
WPS, Inc.
Office: 773-205-6308
Cell: 312-498-1674
mary@analyticsearches.com
http://www.analyticsearches.com

http://www.sierrainformation.com/

03/15 Mon Exchanging Data Between SAS and Microsoft Products noon-4:15 pm

03/16 Tues PROC REPORT: The Basics and Beyond 8:45 am – 4:15 pm

03/18 Thurs Steps to Success with the SAS Output Delivery System 8:45 am – 4:15 pm

03/19 Fri Getting the Most from SAS 9.2 ODS Statistical Graphics

The position requires understanding SAS programming very well and integration knowledge of I/Jreview and CDR is a welcomed plus.

If interested contact me.

maggie@itsalahstaffingsolution.com

Virginia Tech seeks an experienced professional for the position of Research Analyst in the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness. Job responsibilities will include: conduct operational management analyses; employ decision support and business modeling tools; assist in the maintenance of large databases; assist in the compilation and submission of reports to state and federal agencies by established deadlines; use broad-based knowledge of higher education literature, research methods, and statistical techniques to develop and implement appropriate statistical/simulation models to support high-level campus decision makers with clear, relevant, and accurate information; and will provide interpretation of analysis results and communicate the implications of those results to decision-makers and information providers on campus.

Minimum qualifications: master’s degree in statistics or related field; knowledge of linear and logistic regression-based modeling techniques; extensive experience with statistical software such as SAS; knowledge of research methods; experience in accessing data from multiple sources to perform analyses and produce comprehensive reports; expertise with Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications: PhD in statistics or related field; broad-based knowledge of higher education issues; knowledge of IPEDS data collections; experience working with faculty data and faculty activity reporting systems; experience in conducting longitudinal analyses; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; ability to maintain composure and good disposition in a deadline-driven, high-change environment.

Interested candidates should apply online at http://www.jobs.vt.edu. Please submit an application, resume, names and contact information for three references and a letter of interest summarizing qualifications for the position. Review of applications will begin March 12, 2010. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Virginia Tech has a strong commitment to diversity and seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women, minorities, and people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities seeking accommodation in the application process should notify Sharon Shrader, 540-231-9837.

Sorry if this reply came too late. Nat Wooding sent out a notice last week that we were postponing the SAS ‘n Suds meeting for later in the year. I apologize for not deleting this comment.

The Default Data Analyst supports the data, reporting and automation needs of Default and Retention Operations. Responsibilities include maintaining existing data discovery efforts, developing requirements and delivering results for ad hoc requests, applying technical skills to enhance automation for efficiency and functioning as a data SME on corporate initiatives as needed. Qualified candidates will be adept at working directly with customers in the business areas to define requirements based on the customer’s desired output. Professional verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the Default Data Analyst regularly interacts with all levels of Default management and often interacts with external partners in support of audits.

Minimum Qualifications:

(1) The Default Data Analyst should have moderate to advanced Base SAS skills along with intermediate to expert skill working with Excel and pivot tables. Demonstrated success functioning for at least 3 years in a fast paced SAS data and reporting environment is required. A bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline along with 5+ years in the financial services is strongly preferred. The most successful candidate will demonstrate additional experience working with SQL, Access and PC SAS.

(2) The Default Data Analyst should have moderate to advanced SQL server 2000 programming, ASP and ASP.net, VB 6.0 and VB .net skills along with intermediate to expert skill working with Excel and pivot tables. Experience working with Base SAS and/or PC SAS strongly preferred. Demonstrated success functioning for at least 3 years in a fast paced data and reporting environment is required. A bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or technical discipline along with 5+ years in the financial services is strongly preferred. The most successful candidate will demonstrate additional experience working with SQL, Access and PC SAS.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in business management, management information systems (MIS), finance.

Qualified Applicants should apply at: http://www.suntrust.com/careers
The Job No. is 201750

The Reports Developer Analyst will support Default and Retention Operations with a broad range of standard and supplemental reporting focused on mortgage, credit card, and other consumer finance installment loan products. The Reports Developer Analyst will be responsible for the ongoing support of existing reporting products, as well as development of new functionality to include management dashboards, productivity tracking reports, and industry standard benchmarking functions.

The reports generated by the Reports Developer Analyst will be distributed to Default and Retention Operations or other Line of Business executive management, line management, and functional support units with productivity assessment and operational performance metrics to support tactical and strategic decision making. The Analyst will partner with the Default Line of Business to develop a reporting framework to identify opportunities to increase productivity and decrease default-related loss.

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years mortgage or consumer finance work experience. Banking experience within loan servicing reporting. Hands on experience working on large databases and a high level of comfort and experience with SAS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and SQL. Proven ability to perform and deliver under very demanding situations. Experience translating complex business requirements into technical specifications. Attention to detail and a sense of ownership for deliverables. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Moderate reporting, automation, analytical experience, preferably in a bank. Team player. Should be able to perform well in a cross functional team set up.

Preferred Qualifications: 10 years of experience with at least 5 years in a mortgage or consumer loan servicing environment. Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline or business management discipline. Strong Database experience (Access / Oracle), Proficient in SQL, Proficient in Excel, Proficient in SAS, COGNOS experience a plus (development), Banking experience (a plus)

Qualified Applicants should apply at: http://www.suntrust.com/careers
The Job No. is 203167

The Default Data Analyst supports the data, reporting and automation needs of Default and Retention Operations. Responsibilities include maintaining existing data discovery efforts, developing requirements and delivering results for ad hoc requests, applying technical skills to enhance automation for efficiency and functioning as a data SME on corporate initiatives as needed. Qualified candidates will be adept at working directly with customers in the business areas to define requirements based on the customer’s desired output. Professional verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the Default Data Analyst regularly interacts with all levels of Default management and often interacts with external partners in support of audits.

Minimum Qualifications:

(1) The Default Data Analyst should have moderate to advanced Base SAS skills along with intermediate to expert skill working with Excel and pivot tables. Demonstrated success functioning for at least 3 years in a fast paced SAS data and reporting environment is required. A bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline along with 5+ years in the financial services is strongly preferred. The most successful candidate will demonstrate additional experience working with SQL, Access and PC SAS.

(2) The Default Data Analyst should have moderate to advanced SQL server 2000 programming, ASP and ASP.net, VB 6.0 and VB .net skills along with intermediate to expert skill working with Excel and pivot tables. Experience working with Base SAS and/or PC SAS strongly preferred. Demonstrated success functioning for at least 3 years in a fast paced data and reporting environment is required. A bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or technical discipline along with 5+ years in the financial services is strongly preferred. The most successful candidate will demonstrate additional experience working with SQL, Access and PC SAS.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in business management, management information systems (MIS), finance.

Qualified Applicants should apply at: https://suntrust.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl

The Reports Developer Analyst will support Default and Retention Operations with a broad range of standard and supplemental reporting focused on mortgage, credit card, and other consumer finance installment loan products. The Reports Developer Analyst will be responsible for the ongoing support of existing reporting products, as well as development of new functionality to include management dashboards, productivity tracking reports, and industry standard benchmarking functions.

The reports generated by the Reports Developer Analyst will be distributed to Default and Retention Operations or other Line of Business executive management, line management, and functional support units with productivity assessment and operational performance metrics to support tactical and strategic decision making. The Analyst will partner with the Default Line of Business to develop a reporting framework to identify opportunities to increase productivity and decrease default-related loss.

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years mortgage or consumer finance work experience. Banking experience within loan servicing reporting. Hands on experience working on large databases and a high level of comfort and experience with SAS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and SQL. Proven ability to perform and deliver under very demanding situations. Experience translating complex business requirements into technical specifications. Attention to detail and a sense of ownership for deliverables. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Moderate reporting, automation, analytical experience, preferably in a bank. Team player. Should be able to perform well in a cross functional team set up.

Preferred Qualifications: 10 years of experience with at least 5 years in a mortgage or consumer loan servicing environment. Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline or business management discipline. Strong Database experience (Access / Oracle), Proficient in SQL, Proficient in Excel, Proficient in SAS, COGNOS experience a plus (development), Banking experience (a plus)

Qualified Applicants should apply at: https://suntrust.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl