Principal Data Analyst

SDG&E is an innovative San Diego-based energy company that provides clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people it serves in San Diego and southern Orange counties. The company is committed to creating a sustainable future by providing its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure the reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. SDG&E is a subsidiary of Sempra Energy (NYSE: SRE).

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

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Primary Purpose:

Analyzes complex business problems and issues of diverse scope using data from internal and external sources to provide insight to decision-makers. Provides consultation to management and leads cross-functional teams to address business issues. Uses leading-edge analytical tools and techniques to develop creative solutions for clients needs. Develops recommendations and analytics strategies for business. May act as team lead.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acts as a lead professional on cross-functional project teams, especially those with most sensitivity and highest level of difficulty. Serves as liaison with key internal stakeholders, communicating key insights and data-based strategy across all levels of the organization.

• Applies expertise to address and evaluate significant business needs and complex issues to provide recommended solutions. Reviews and/or conducts specialized analytics related to the most technical projects. Uses data to provide advanced analytical support on critical issues.

• In lead capacity, oversees the work of other team members, providing training and coaching to ensure successful outcomes.

• Maintains and expands current knowledge of technical developments in data analytics field.

• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics or equivalent training and/or experience.

• 8 years - of progressive professional analytic experience, including 3 years of lead or project experience. 

• Ability to identify and utilize leading-edge analytical tools and techniques to develop creative approaches and insights into client issues. 

• Ability to interpret data for trends, understand the business enough to draw conclusions and raise topics for discussion. 

• Proficient in managing data acquisition from multiple sources, sound data handling/manipulation techniques, and analysis. 

• High level of specialized knowledge regarding data, analytics, and metrics. 

• Ability to write and present complex technical material in a clear and concise manner, adapted to client's needs. 

• Strong relationship management skills, including partnering and consulting.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including influencing and negotiating.

• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize competing responsibilities. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Solves problems by evaluating options to choose best solution.

• Experience with Microsoft Office.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

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