**Experienced Full Stack Business Analyst – Strategic Planning and Operational Improvement**

Are you a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a passion for driving business growth and improvement? Do you have a knack for collecting and summarizing complex data to inform strategic decisions? If so, we invite you to join blithequark as a Senior Business Analyst, where you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our Pharmacy & Retail Operations. **About blithequark** blithequark is a leading healthcare, pharmacy, and retail company with a rich 170-year history of serving communities. As a part of blithequark, you will be part of a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity, equality, and inclusion. Our mission is to create more happy lives through better health, and we are committed to delivering high-quality services and products to our customers and patients. **Job Responsibilities** As a Senior Business Analyst at blithequark, you will be responsible for collecting, summarizing, and analyzing complex data to inform strategic decisions and drive business growth. Your key responsibilities will include: * Collecting and summarizing statistics to help Pharmacy & Retail Operations control in long- and short-term strategic planning and the improvement and implementation of applications * Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of enterprise tactics and practices related to all aspects of Pharmacy & Retail Operations in the Retail Hub * Providing complex analysis of corresponding statistics to build a business case for system and operational technique changes, enhancements, and improvements * Serving as an operational liaison for various projects to drive task execution and communicate relevant task information to stakeholders * Collecting, analyzing, making unique recommendations, and providing data related to proposed applications to meet the business and strategic needs of Pharmacy & Retail Operations and the company * Managing complex ad-hoc tasks and analyses as needed * Collaborating with Pharmacy & Retail Operations, IT, legal and regulatory, system improvement teams, and others to broaden operational solutions * Coaching, mentoring, guiding, and providing oversight to less senior Business Analysts **Essential Qualifications** * Bachelor's Degree and a minimum 1 year of experience with reading and reporting data to identify problems, trends, or exceptions to drive development of results and find solutions; OR, High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of experience with reading and reporting data to identify problems, trends, or exceptions to drive development of results and find solutions * At least 1 year of experience querying databases (e.g., SQL, Golden, Business Objects, EDW, SAS, and/or SQL Server) * Experience in identifying operational problems and recommending and implementing solutions * Experience in presenting the impact of business analysis results to business leaders * Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word (e.g., placing headers, page breaks, page numbers, and tables, and/or adjusting table columns) * Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., using the SUM function, placing borders, placing column width, placing charts, using text wrap, sorting, placing headers and footers, and/or print scaling) * Intermediate level skills in Microsoft PowerPoint (e.g., using a template, formatting individual spacing, placing a picture, converting slide format and theme colors, including transitions, customizing slide numbers, converting chart format, and/or formatting font) **Preferred Qualifications** * Master's Degree or MBA * Bachelor's Degree * Retail Pharmacy Experience **Key Advantages of Joining blithequark as a Remote Worker** Joining blithequark as a remote employee offers numerous key advantages, reflecting the company's commitment to providing a dynamic and inclusive work environment. Some of the outstanding benefits of joining blithequark as a remote employee include: * Flexibility: Remote work provides the ability to control your work schedule and location, allowing for better work-life stability and the ability to work from any location with a strong internet connection. * Global Opportunities: Remote work opportunities at blithequark can open up possibilities to collaborate with various teams and experts from multiple locations, allowing you to interact with a global body of workers and expand your professional network. * Reduced Commute: Eliminating the need for a daily commute saves time and decreases the stress related to traveling to and from the office, contributing to improved productivity and overall well-being. * Autonomy and Independence: Remote work frequently promotes a sense of autonomy, allowing employees to take ownership of their responsibilities and control their duties independently while adhering to blithequark's organizational goals and values. * Technology Integration: blithequark provides remote employees with access to advanced technology and communication tools, facilitating seamless collaboration and ensuring that remote employees have the necessary resources to excel in their roles. * Professional Development: Despite working remotely, blithequark emphasizes professional growth and development, providing opportunities for skill-building, mentorship programs, and professional development projects for its remote workforce. * Workplace Wellness: blithequark prioritizes employee well-being, providing resources and support for remote employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance and access wellness programs that promote physical and mental well-being. * Collaboration Tools: The organization likely provides access to collaborative systems and tools that enable effective communication, project management, and teamwork, fostering a cohesive remote working environment. * Inclusive Work Culture: blithequark fosters an inclusive work culture that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, ensuring that remote employees have the same opportunities to contribute to the organization's mission and success from any location. **Apply to this Job** If you are a motivated and analytical professional with a passion for driving business growth and improvement, we invite you to apply for the Senior Business Analyst position at blithequark. Join our dynamic and inclusive work environment and contribute to shaping the future of our Pharmacy & Retail Operations. Apply for this job