Data Analyst

The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to the Territory Area Manager and will work closely with the Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. Location: Rensselaer, NY Shift: Monday–Friday, first shift Salary: $80,000/yr Work Arrangement: Hybrid — two days per week onsite and three days remote Candidates must live within commuting distance of Rensselaer, NY. This position is not fully remote. Benefits: Health & Wellness Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Wellness programs Eligible for medical coverage starting Day 1 Time Off Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid holidays Choice holidays Financial Well-Being Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Commuter benefits 401(k) retirement plan Tuition assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan discount What we’re looking for Education High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant professional experience will be considered. Experience and Qualifications 3+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, inventory management, supply chain, procurement, or related operational environments. Proven ability to analyze inventory, purchasing, order management, and operational performance data to drive business decisions. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, Power Query, complex formulas, and large dataset analysis. Experience developing Power BI dashboards, data models, KPI reporting, and automated operational reports. Working knowledge of SQL; experience with Snowflake, SAP, ERP, inventory management, or similar business systems preferred. Skilled in integrating and validating data from multiple sources while ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Experience creating KPIs, forecasting models, exception reporting, and actionable business recommendations. Strong understanding of data governance, master data management, reporting controls, and data quality standards. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to present complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently in a regulated, customer-focused environment. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. Experience supporting audits, process improvement initiatives, and operational reporting preferred. Self-driven, adaptable, and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve processes and business outcomes How you will thrive and create an impact Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support. In this role you will: Analyze and interpret complex inventory, procurement, and operational data to drive decision-making and improve performance. Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, automated reports, data models, and KPI tracking tools. Monitor inventory health, supplier performance, service levels, stock availability, and operational metrics while identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. Optimize inventory strategies through demand planning, PAR level analysis, replenishment modeling, and excess/obsolete inventory reduction. Ensure data integrity through governance, auditing, validation, and exception-based reporting processes. Evaluate operational workload and capacity to optimize staffing, resource planning, and organizational growth. Lead process improvement efforts by automating reporting, enhancing data quality, and implementing scalable operational solutions. Partner cross-functionally with operations, procurement, quality, finance, IT, and customer stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable insights and decision-support tools. Present findings, recommendations, and business cases to leadership while supporting audits, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! Pay Transparency: The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $62,500.00 - $100,625.00 Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location. EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster . Privacy Policy: We will use the personal information that you have submitted to us in order to consider your application for the relevant role. Your privacy is important to us. 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