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Must be local to Chicago, IL & authorized to work in the U.S. Position does not provide sponsorship

As the leader in cloud-managed IT, Cisco Meraki connects passionate people to their mission by simplifying the digital workplace. Our impact is driven by the innovative, purposeful, and vibrant people who make up our inclusive community. When technology is intuitive, our customers can focus on what matters.

Our employees fuel the magic of the Meraki community. They have fostered an environment that empowers Merakians to challenge limits, embrace risks, and assist our customers in pursuing their missions. Our guiding principles are rooted in our four core values: 'care deeply,' 'everybody in,' 'simplify everything,' and 'be brave.' These pillars have propelled us to the forefront of cloud-managed

We are seeking a skilled Business & Data Analyst to join our Chicago office in our Supply Chain organization. This person will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and presenting data to influence business decision-making. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to understand their data needs and frequently engage with senior leadership to deliver dashboards and reports. The Business & Data analyst will concentrate on enabling swift decision-making through insightful analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Capture and verify extensive data sets from multiple sources.

• Facilitate an in-depth intake process for carefully capturing and analyzing stakeholder requirements and data requests.

• Interpret data to identify trends and patterns that support business goals.

• Analyze data using statistical methods to derive insights and make predictions.

• Create reports and dashboards that are easy to understand and interpret.

• Communicate data findings effectively with various types of audiences.

• Build data-driven solutions that can help influence decision making processes.

• Engage in data governance initiatives aimed at upholding data standards.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.

• Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in data analytics and ML/AI.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Position does not provide sponsorship*

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence or a related field.

• 4 to 6 years of proven experience as a Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Engineer, or similar role.

• Proficiency in SQL.

• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, Looker, or Qlik.

• Proficiency in Python and hands-on experience with Data Science libraries (e.g. Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, Mathplotlib, etc.)

• Knowledge of statistics.

• Knowledge in data architecture, data warehousing and ETL pipelines.

• Excellent data storytelling and data communication skills in English.

• Ability to write technical documentation with data requirements and metrics relevant to projects’ objectives.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, showcasing innovation.

• Leadership skills to successfully drive initiatives and projects.

• Ability to work independently.

• Knowledge in agile methodologies with strong strategic planning and prioritization abilities.

• Excellent collaboration skills.

Nice to have:

• Master’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a related field.

• Experience in ML techniques (e.g., regressions, decision trees, ensemble algorithms, neural networks, time series analytics, clustering, NLP, etc.).

• Familiarity with AI libraries and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.

• Knowledge of Finance and Supply Chain data and processes.

• Project Management experience.

If you enjoy working in a diverse team, are a self-starter and a talented Business & Data analyst who is passionate about data analysis and looking to make an impact in a fast-paced environment and drive business success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

At Cisco Meraki, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. When we connect different perspectives, we can imagine new possibilities, inspire innovation, and release the full potential of our people. We’re building an employee experience that includes appreciation, belonging, growth, and purpose for everyone!

Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.