Job Information
Patterson Companies, Inc. Senior Data Analyst (Remote) in St Paul, Minnesota
Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.
One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.
Job Summary
The Data Analyst III promotes the integrity of Patterson’s data across the enterprise, ensuring the data can support transactional processes, reporting and metrics, and analytics products. The Data Analyst uses best practices for process improvement and technology projects to understand the data to be created and used, ensure the process and technology is designed and developed to efficiently create and maintain quality data, and map data conversions as needed. The Data Analyst is responsible for knowing the data needed to support the process, the metrics or key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate the success of the process, and working closely with the SAP functional team, business stakeholders and data stewards/ maintainers on projects to ensure the needs are clearly defined and met by data.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Understand, maintain and enforce enterprise data definition and uses (metadata), for example: Build a data definition and align the definition across business units
Create data requirements and data mapping documents for business processes or technology projects
Design master data entry business processes with data stewards to improve operational efficiencies
Analyze data and recommend improvements for efficiency / quality
Research and recommend process or technology improvements for the quality of data being created or used (ex: automated workflow process)
Define data quality rules to enable end users to assess data quality and improve data quality (ex: Info Steward reports / dashboard)
Document data definition or data entry processes to assist with training activities and support Data Entry teams
Lead strategic efforts on projects and improvement related to master data
Provide thought leadership, influence and build relationships with related key functional and business stakeholders
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in MIS, IT, Computer Science or related field of study, or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 5 years of experience in data analysis
Attention to detail and accuracy when dealing with large amounts of data
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Customer-focused and collaborative attitude
Preferred Qualifications
Data Management tool experience specific to Information Steward, Data Services, Winshuttle
Experience with Master Data Management solutions like SAP MDG or Informatica
SQL or other comparable language aptitude
SAP experience, especially CRM, ECC, SCM, BW
Physical Demands
Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday
May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment
Must be able to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing.
Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with others such as coworkers, customers and vendors
Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents
Working Environment
Office environment – either in Patterson facility or at home/remote location
Patterson Dental is committed to supporting a robust remote work culture, with well-established virtual collaboration practices and equal opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, regardless of physical location.
Travel to corporate sites is periodically required (Quarterly or so)
Periodic on call rotations and available outside of normal business hours on evenings and weekends during critical production release or issue escalation periods
Th is role is eligible for hire in any of the following States: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, HI, ID, IL, KS, KY, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, OR, RI, SD, TX, UT, VT, WA, WV, WI
The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.
$90,000 - $110,000
What's In It For You: (http://www.pattersoncompanies.com/careers/default.aspx#section=benefits)
We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement).
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
Patterson Perks Program.
EEO Statement
As a people-first company, Patterson promotes a culture that embodies and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We believe our employees’ unique experiences and differences is what strengthens us and drives our success. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We are Patterson. We welcome you.
At Patterson Companies, we live our values everyday. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, we're responsible for providing dentists, veterinarians, animal producers, and farmers with the support they need to keep us and our animals healthy.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Patterson Companies, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.