Marketing Data & Analytics Cons

Job description

At Northwestern Mutual, we believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they're just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual. We're strong and growing. In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We're strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We provide opportunities for employees to grow themselves, their career and in turn, our business. We care. We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefitted from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they're passionate about. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. What's the role? Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Marketing Integration and Support, this position is considered a subject matter expert for the department’s systems, business processes, and reporting. This position provides timely and accurate analyses to support key business initiatives, including pilots, programs and cross-functional activities. Bring Your Best! What this role needs: Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Management Information Systems, Computer Sciences, Accounting or Finance. Minimum of ten years of work experience with progressively responsible roles in a systems or data analysis role. Subject matter expertise with marketing concepts and a high degree of expertise with marketing programs, such as prospecting, promotion, client loyalty. Ability to solve complex problems with implications beyond one departmental division and to anticipate business issues and execute on strategic priorities. Ability to convey analytical and technical concepts to non-analytical and non-technical staff. Proven ability to work with people at all levels within the organization. Excellent analytical skills, and strong detail orientation with an ability to handle and deal with large amounts of data, unstructured business problems, and synthesize data for others. Superior written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to build rapport with others across the Company. Strong process and project management skills, including an ability to gather business requirements, and execute small projects. Superior knowledge of SAS, Excel, Microsoft BI, SQL, TSO and Unix. Experience managing and working with third-party vendors, including data and print vendors. Working knowledge of Northwestern Mutual’s products, including long-term care, disability income, life insurance, annuities, and investment products. Working knowledge of the contract data used to issue and administer Northwestern Mutual’s products and its distribution system and the various servicing systems (e.g., CSS and FMI Online). Ability to run multiple projects concurrently and to adjust work load to changing priorities Req ID: 15121 Position Type: Regular Full Time Education Experience: Bachelor's Required Employment Experience: 9+ years Licenses/Certifications: FLSA Status: Exempt Posting Date: 06/28/2017 You and Northwestern Mutual. We believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. And we’re much stronger together than we are apart. These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they’re just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual. Our business is about helping people secure their financial futures, and that starts with putting people first – our clients, our employees and our field representatives. Northwestern Mutual is known for financial strength. We’re strong, innovative and growing. Come grow with us.