Data specialist jobs in Oregon

Company info: gear UP's mission is to outfit youth sports teams with customized gear - on time for game time! We have simplified the hassle of outfitting youth sports teams with customized gear from the best brands. Our webstores are always open and product ships direct to athletes on time. GearUP has been one of the fastest growing companies in the Pacific Northwest since 2018, and we have so much opportunity ahead of us.Now is a great time to join our team! Position Summary: We're looking for a Data Analyst who can play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of a robust financial analytics and data reporting function within the company. In this role, you'll work cross functionally with leaders in finance, IT, sales, marketing, merchandising and operations to collect, analyze, and present data that supports decision-making across the organization. This role will leverage best practices in data reporting, visualization, and analytics to connect the dots, spot trends, and deliver actionable insights while elevating the company's use of data in decision making. Responsibilities include: Partner with departments across the organization (finance, IT, sales, marketing, merchandising and operations) to gather, analyze, interpret and report on data Support department leadership reporting and data analytics requirements; participate in cross functional department staff meetings or leadership meetings as needed Translate financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights that support department leaders, senior executives and operational teams Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and other reporting tools that provide consistent, repeatable, and timely insights to cross-functional internal and external stakeholders Develop repeatable processes for ongoing reporting and analysis across multiple departments. Leverage visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to create intuitive, data-driven reporting and analytics Partner with Tech teams to improve existing data reporting tools and data quality Drive automation and efficiency in data preparation and reporting workflow Serve as primary dashboard developer, report builder, and Power BI power user for the organization Top candidates for this position will: Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth business environment Demonstrate hands-on experience with key data analytics approaches and competencies, including but not limited to in-depth experience with Power BI, Tableau and similar tools Have a strong ability to design, build, and optimize dashboards and reports for various audiences Analyze large, complex datasets and present findings in a way that is actionable and easy to understand Champion a proactive mindset with the ability to create repeatable processes and scalable reporting Be comfortable with change, ambiguity and uncertainty Demonstrate a focused sense of urgency and a bias for action Enjoy collaborating across business functions to solve problems and continuously improve business processes and operational efficiency Required Skills, Qualifications & Education: 3-5 years of progressive data analyst experience and proven success in a high-growth company; Retail, E-Commerce and/or Direct to Consumer background a plus Hands-on experience with Power BI or Tableau joining relational tables together Strong SQL skills and experience working with structured datasets Experience with data visualization, reporting, and analytics best practices Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for cross functional audiences Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Technologically savvy with the ability to quickly learn new systems and tools Detail-oriented with strong standards for accuracy and completeness Self-starter seeking continuous improvement Excellent written and oral communication skills Specific experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 a plus BA or BS in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Finance, or related quantitative field Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Viewing computer monitors for extended periods of time Talking, listening, and typing for extended periods of time Operating a computer mouse & keyboard (wrist and finger movements) for extended periods of time. Benefits: Gear Up Sports provides the following employee benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) - 2+ weeks/year Paid Holidays - New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Healthcare Benefits - Effective the first of the month following the date of hire: Health/Vision insurance through Regence BlueCross BlueShield Dental insurance through Regence Life, Disability & Accident Insurance through MetLife - effective 1st of the month following date of hire: Group Term Life insurance - company paid Long Term Disability insurance - company paid Voluntary additional life insurance for self & dependents Voluntary Accident Insurance Flexible Spending Account Plan (FSA) - allowing pre-tax savings for Health and Dependent Care Expenses Health Savings Account Plan (HSA) - allowing pre-tax savings for Health expenses if participating in HDHP health insurance plan Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) - plan provided through Canopy 401(k) Plan - participation after three months of employment with employer-matching contribution Company stock options Equal Opportunity Employer Gear Up Sports, Inc.is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. without regard to individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical or family leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. . To comply with Federal law, gear UP participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility.