Data Specialist

Position: Decision Science Analyst Locations: Plano, TX / San Antonio, TX Experience Required: 6+ years Duration: 24+ months Role Overview: The Decision Science Analyst will leverage advanced analytical and business acumen to deliver actionable insights and strategic recommendations that influence key business decisions. This role requires a strong mix of quantitative expertise, problem-solving skills, and communication excellence to translate complex data into compelling narratives that drive business outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business objectives and shape analytical solution strategies. • Apply advanced analytical and statistical techniques to solve medium to large-scale business challenges. • Translate analytical findings into actionable recommendations that influence decision-making and business strategy. • Develop impactful presentations and visualizations for mid-to-senior level stakeholders. • Identify and source relevant, high-quality data to support analytical projects. • Integrate and transform disparate data sets while maintaining high standards of data integrity and hygiene. • Document methodologies, assumptions, and validations to ensure transparency and compliance. • Stay current with emerging technologies and analytical techniques to continuously enhance solution effectiveness. • Communicate insights in a clear, persuasive, and business-focused manner to drive strategic decisions. • Ensure all activities comply with risk and governance standards. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Data Science, etc.) • OR 4 additional years of equivalent analytical experience in lieu of degree. • Minimum 6+ years of experience in data analytics or related business domains (Banking, P&C, Finance). • OR • Master’s/Advanced degree in a quantitative field with at least 2 years of relevant experience. • Strong proficiency in statistical modeling, data manipulation, and analytical reasoning. • Hands-on experience with SQL, SAS, BI tools, and data visualization platforms. • Ability to translate complex data into clear business insights and actionable outcomes. Preferred Skills (What Sets You Apart): • 2+ years of experience in paid media analytics and in-platform analysis. • Proficiency with Web Analytics tools: Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics. • Expertise in Tag Management tools: Tealium, Google Tag Manager (GTM), etc. • Experience with journey analysis (clickstream & behavioural data mining). • Strong SQL skills; Python experience is a plus. • Exposure to predictive modeling and advanced analytics methods. If you’re interested in this opportunity, please send your updated resume to pushpit.s@vailexa.com. We look forward to connecting with you!