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United Airlines

<div>Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.<br>
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Come join us to create what&rsquo;s next. Let&rsquo;s define tomorrow, together.<br>
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Description</b></h2><p>
Find your future at United! We&rsquo;re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be &ndash; from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you&rsquo;re joining a global team of 100,000+ connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.</p><p>
Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world&rsquo;s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.</p><p>
Create what&rsquo;s next with us. Let&rsquo;s define tomorrow together.</p><p>
At United, we strive to provide only the best travel experiences &ndash; to our customers and our clients. Our Sales team works closely with travel agencies, United travel departments, corporate clients and more to provide phenomenal customer solutions that lead to fruitful business relationships. And through valued customer feedback, optimized partnerships, and innovative sales strategies, Sales continues to be the largest revenue-generating department at United.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></h2><p>
The Associate Analyst / Analyst &ndash; Sales Strategy will perform data extraction and analytics to inform business decisions that may address corporate sales, channel partnerships, or other areas. This role may develop reporting tools and self-serve analytics for use by non-analytical end users. This role may coordinate with other commercial groups, e.g. for route and channel support.</p><ul><li>
Perform analyses that evaluate sales performance, support business development efforts, or inform new offering design across range of channels and customer segments, in support of the Corporate, Channel and Strategic Initiatives teams or independently</li><li>
Develop and present actionable insights to executive leadership</li><li>
Support collaboration with other commercial divisions, including network, Loyalty, and revenue management, to formulate action plans to improve route performance</li></ul><p><b>
Please note: This position may be hired at the Associate Analyst or Analyst level, depending on candidate background, skill level and experience.</b></p><p>
This is a Chicago-based hybrid role, with in-office requirements 50% of the time.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What&rsquo;s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):</b></h2><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree</li><li>
0-2+ years of experience in analysis, information science, data visualization, or another relevant quantitative field required</li><li>
Basic data querying capabilities such as SQL, Python, SAS, R</li><li>
Basic understanding of data visualization tools such as Power BI</li><li>
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>
Effective time management for multiple projects and deadlines</li><li>
Ability to communicate insights to broad audience including field sales managers, commercial leaders, and customers</li><li>
Ability to collaborate on design of analytical approach to projects and identification of key information needed to support project objective</li><li>
Ability to quickly learn new concepts</li><li>
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship</li><li>
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification</li><li>
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):</b></h2><ul><li>
Economics, Statistics, Math, Engineering, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems or another quantitative field</li><li>
Experience in airline business analysis in groups such as sales, network, revenue management, marketing, financial planning, or operations strategy</li><li>
Foundational knowledge of airline business drivers</li><li>
Expertise with United commercial and sales data sources</li><li>
Understanding of revenue management and network levers and metrics</li></ul><p>
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.</p><br>
The base pay range for this role is $55,500.00 to $84,514.00.<br>
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.<br>
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You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident &amp; disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.<br>
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United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.<br>
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.</div>

Associate Analyst / Analyst - Sales Strategy

project44

<p></p><div><p><b>Location: Chicago, IL (Relocation assistance available for candidates open to moving to Chicago.)</b></p>
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We're Project44</b>
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Project44 is revolutionizing the freight and logistics industry by applying cutting edge technologies to automate the entire lifecycle of freight shipments including quoting, scheduling, and real-time visibility. project44's network of APIs is capable of optimizing the shipment lifecycle, empowering companies to deliver the best customer experience possible, and provide up to date data while cutting costs along the way.</p>
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As Senior Manager of Product Marketing, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how project44 brings its solutions to market and drives growth across our global customer base. You will own the strategy and execution of product positioning, launches, and enablement programs that empower our sales teams, strengthen customer engagement, and establish project44 as a category leader in supply chain visibility.</p>
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What You'll Do</b></p>
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<li>Craft compelling messaging &amp; positioning that resonates with shippers, logistics providers, carriers, and partners, differentiating project44 in a competitive market.</li>
<li>Lead go-to-market strategy for new product launches and feature releases, driving adoption and measurable revenue impact.</li>
<li>Enable sales success by developing value-driven training, tools, and collateral that accelerate deal velocity and support upsell/cross-sell motions.</li>
<li>Champion customer stories through case studies, testimonials, and thought leadership content that showcase real-world impact.</li>
<li>Gen AI
<ul><li>Translate complex GenAI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) capabilities into clear customer value propositions and differentiated messaging.</li>
<li>Partner with product, sales, and enablement teams to shape go-to-market strategies that highlight AI-driven automation, personalization, and content generation.</li>
<li>Develop repeatable processes leveraging knowledge bases to scale content creation, sales enablement, and marketing campaigns consistently across teams.</li>
</ul></li><li>Evaluate the competitive landscape of AI-enabled solutions, identifying opportunities to position products effectively and drive adoption.</li>
<li>Drive competitive intelligence programs, including battlecards and win/loss analysis, to arm sales teams and influence product strategy.</li>
<li>Produce impactful external content such as solution guides, webinars, videos, and executive-level presentations.</li>
<li>Foster alignment across product, marketing, and sales teams with processes that scale collaboration and speed to market.</li>
<li>Represent project44 with industry analysts, leading briefings, Magic Quadrant submissions, and market-facing initiatives.</li>
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<p><b>What We're Looking For</b></p>
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<li>5+ years in product marketing at a high-growth SaaS or technology company, ideally with enterprise customers.</li>
<li>Proven success launching and scaling products, with a clear record of driving revenue impact through GTM initiatives.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication &amp; storytelling skills &mdash; you know how to simplify complex ideas into compelling narratives for executives, customers, and partners.</li>
<li>Strong track record in sales enablement, equipping global teams with the training and collateral to win in competitive markets.</li>
<li>Creative thinker and operator who thrives in fast-paced environments, balances multiple priorities, and inspires cross-functional teams.</li>
<li>Curiosity and fluency in using Generative AI tools to enhance productivity, creativity, and campaign innovation.</li>
<li><ul><li><b>In-office Commitment:</b><b> </b>Our office is where ideas spark, connections thrive, and innovation comes alive. We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and committed to joining our team on-site, in our beautiful headquarters four days a week. Together, we're building something extraordinary&mdash;learn, grow, and thrive in our fast-paced, transformative environment.</li>
<li><b>Relocation offered:</b> We're proud to call Chicago home - a walkable downtown, amazing food, and a team that makes big ideas move fast. And we're ready to help you make it yours, project44 offers relocation assistance for team members joining us from outside the area.</li>
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</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Experience</b></p>
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<li>Background in supply chain, logistics technology, or enterprise SaaS (e.g., TMS, last mile, visibility platforms).</li>
<li>Experience in pricing, packaging, and SKU creation.</li>
<li>Skilled in strategic analyst engagement (MQ, Market Guides, briefings).</li>
<li>Competitive intelligence expertise, including building and scaling battlecards and win/loss programs.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Sr. Manager, Product Marketing

Follett Corporation

<div><div><p><b>Company Overview:</b></p>
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Everything we do is for educators. We're partnering with them to advance a bold vision for education that boosts district performance and student success. At Follett Software, we empower educators across roles with technology that streamlines processes and manages information and resources to improve their schools, increase student success, and drive the future of education. We believe that by empowering educators to amplify their impact on students' lives, we can change the world. Our goal and mission is to drive the future of education. We are inspired by educators to deliver transformative technology. Our innovative, connected solutions simplify challenges and offer a seamless and intuitive experience.</p></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Position Overview:</b></p>
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As a Senior Sales Operations Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing the performance of Follett Software's sales organization. You will be responsible for creating insightful reports, scalable dashboards, bookings reporting, forecast processes, and territory models that directly support sales strategy, quota attainment, and commission planning. This role requires advanced technical ability in SQL and Salesforce, along with strong business acumen and exceptional communication skills.</p>
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Essential duties and responsibilities </b>include the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p>
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<li><b>S</b><b>ales Reporting &amp; Dashboards</b>
<ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain performance dashboards and operational reports for Sales and Executive Leadership using Salesforce, Excel, and BI tools.</li>
<li>Deliver regular reporting on bookings, pipeline health, lead progression, win/loss metrics, and sales activity KPIs.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with sales leaders to define metrics that align with Follett's go-to-market strategy.</li>
</ul></li><li><b>Forecasting &amp; Insights</b>
<ul><li>Own the creation and refinement of predictive models that improve sales forecasting accuracy.</li>
<li>Provide actionable insights through historical trend analysis, cohort modeling, and segmentation.</li>
<li>Highlight performance drivers and risks using data from Salesforce, Oracle, and other internal sources.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li><b>Territory &amp; Commission Operations</b>
<ul><li>Conduct annual territory alignment and optimization analysis based on historical data, opportunity volume, and sales capacity.</li>
<li>Prepare and validate commission data and reports based on sales transactions, attainment thresholds, and quota structures.</li>
<li>Partner with Finance and HR teams to support accurate and timely incentive compensation processing.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li><b>Data Operations &amp; Quality</b>
<ul><li>Write complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze large datasets from Salesforce, Oracle, and internal databases.</li>
<li>Ensure data consistency and integrity across platforms and reports.</li>
<li>Help define and maintain data governance processes that align with Follett Software's standards for accuracy and trust.</li>
</ul></li><li>Other duties and tasks as assigned.</li>
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<p><b>Required Skills and Experience</b></p>
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<li>5+ years of experience in data analytics or sales operations, preferably within a SaaS or EdTech environment.</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field.</li>
<li>Experience with visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Salesforce Analytics Cloud.</li>
<li>Deep expertise in SQL for advanced querying and analysis.</li>
<li>Strong working knowledge of Salesforce CRM, including custom reporting and dashboard creation.</li>
<li>Background in supporting territory design, quota setting, or sales compensation programs.</li>
<li>Understanding of K&ndash;12 market trends or experience in education software is a plus.</li>
<li>Familiarity with Oracle ERP systems and cross-system data reconciliation.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to present technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment.</li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
EEO</b></p>
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Follett Software provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodation in the application process due to a disability, please contact us by email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</p>
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 Email: recruiting@follettsoftware.com</p>
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CCPA Notice for California Residents: https://follettsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Notice-to-California-Applicants.pdf</p></div></div><p></p>

Senior Sales Operations Analyst

Neuberger Berman

<div></div><div><div>Neuberger Berman</div><div>
Neuberger Berman, founded in 1939, is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager with c. $558 billion in assets under management as of September, 2025. The firm manages a range of strategies&mdash;including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity, real estate and hedge funds&mdash;on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 26 countries, Neuberger Berman's diverse team has 2,885 professionals. For 11 consecutive years, the company has been named first or second in Pensions &amp; Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1,000 employees or more).</div><div></div><div>
Summary:</div><div>
The Institutional Business Development Analyst will work closely with two senior Client Advisors (&ldquo;CA&rdquo;) within the Institutional Client Group. The Analyst will collaborate with Associates/CAs to support the team carrying out their day-to-day business development goals, client servicing needs as well as internal administrative support and projects. This position will provide the individual with a perspective on the Neuberger Berman Institutional Client Group business.</div><div></div><div>
Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Partner with the team on day-to-day new business development and client servicing tasks to ensure CA goals are met. Tasks may involve meeting preparation, organization of team coverage lists, coordination of mass mailing efforts and the coordination of client requests.</li><li>
Assist in creating sales presentations by gathering various products and firm information and assisting with the generation of new materials specific to client / prospect interests</li><li>
Support the team with client and prospect contact management, including CRM maintenance.</li><li>
Assist with new business pipeline updates and other internal reporting updates.</li><li>
Support the RMs in the coordination and production of RFPs. Responsibilities include liaising with the RFP team and ensuring RFP deadlines and requirements are met.</li><li>
Participate in team projects to enhance internal client service procedures in accordance with industry best practices.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
1 to 2 years industry experience; asset management internship experience strongly preferred</li><li>
Strong achievement in undergraduate degree in finance, economics or a related discipline</li><li>
Highly motivated, team-player with a desire to work on a wide range of projects</li><li>
Exhibits a high degree of integrity and interest in financial markets and investment strategy</li><li>
Ability to work well with different individuals and contacts of all levels of the business in a high-pressure environment</li><li>
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills</li><li>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills</li><li>
Excellent presentation, business writing and oral communication skills</li><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>
Progress towards additional accreditation is encouraged (e.g. CAIA, CFA, MBA)</li></ul><div></div><div>
Not Sponsoring:</div><div>
Neuberger Berman is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship</div><div></div><div>
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Compensation Details</div><div></div>
The salary range for this role in Illinois is $80,000-$90,000 and the salary range for the role in California is $80,000-$90,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee&rsquo;s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement, life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees.<div></div><div>
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</div><div></div><div><i>
Neuberger Berman is an equal </i><i>opportunity</i><i> employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact </i><div><i>onlineaccommodations@nb.com</i></div><i>.</i></div><div></div><div><i>
Learn about the </i><div><i>Applicant Privacy Notice</i></div><i>.</i></div></div>

Client Analyst

Benesch Law

<div><p><b>Who We Are</b></p><p>
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
</p><p>Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.
</p><p><b>Working with Us - Come and &quot;Be Benesch!&quot;</b></p><p>
We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.</p><p>
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html</p><p>
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a <b>Legal Recruiting Systems &amp; Data Analyst</b> in our <b>Chicago </b>office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.</p><p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p><p>
Do you have 4 or more years of experience with data analytics or systems support with a legal or professional services recruiting department? Are you looking to take your technical skill set and focus on managing and maintaining legal recruiting platforms? Are you excited about designing and maintaining dashboards to track recruiting KPIs? Then you may be interested in our <b>Legal Recruiting Systems &amp; Data Analyst </b>position. This role is perfect for tech focused legal recruiting professional who is looking to be the HRIS to a busy legal recruiting team.</p><p>
The <b>Legal Recruiting Systems &amp; Data Analyst</b> is responsible for optimizing legal recruiting technology platforms and leveraging data insights to support strategic hiring decisions. This role ensures the smooth operation of systems used for lateral attorney recruitment, while capturing, analyzing, and transforming data into actionable intelligence for firm management, practice group leaders (PGLs), and the legal recruiting team.</p><p><b>
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul><li>
Manages and maintains VI Recruit (ATS), Leopard List, Firm Prospect, Monday.com, LinkedIn, and other recruiting platforms as identified.</li><li>
Acts as a liaison between the legal recruiting team and the technology group to configure systems based on evolving recruiting needs.</li><li>
Trains users on recruiting systems and develops or maintains user guides and standard operating procedures.</li><li>
Designs and maintains dashboards and reports that track key recruiting KPIs.</li><li>
Analyzes hiring data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.</li><li>
Partners with the Director of Legal Recruiting and team members to evaluate recruitment initiatives and outcomes using data-driven insights.</li><li>
Ensures data accuracy across all recruiting platforms and reports.</li><li>
Identifies opportunities to streamline recruiting workflows through automation or system integration.</li><li>
Supports change management initiatives related to new recruiting tools or processes.</li><li>
Benchmarks internal recruiting metrics against industry standards and peer firms.</li><li>
Sets and monitors success metrics, including time-to-hire, candidate engagement, pipeline strength, and new hire performance and retention.</li><li>
Conceptualizes and oversees the development of dashboards to track KPIs, analyze data for trends, conduct equity checks, and inform pipeline strategy.</li><li>
Other duties and projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p>
The Legal Recruiting Systems &amp; Data Analyst should hold a bachelor's degree in information systems, data analytics, or a related field, with 4&ndash;6 years of experience in recruiting operations, data analytics, or systems support, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with legal recruiting platforms such as VI Recruit, Leopard List, Firm Prospect, or Monday.com, and demonstrate proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools. A strong analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are essential. An understanding of legal recruiting cycles and industry dynamics is also a plus.</p><p></p><p><br>
The salary range for this position is $79K to $99K.</p><p><i>
Please note that quoted salary ranges are based on Benesch's good faith belief at the time of the job posting and are not a guarantee of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that Benesch provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.</i></p><p></p><p><br>
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
</p><p>Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.</p></div>

Legal Recruiting Systems & Data Analyst

Securitas

<div><div><div>The Manager of Data and Insights role is a unique blend of hands-on analytical work and strategic leadership. While serving as a leader who shapes and executes the data and analytics vision, this position also actively participates in the development and implementation of complex analytics solutions. In addition to overseeing and mentoring the Insights Analyst team, the Manager is directly involved in creating and deploying predictive models, benchmarking tools, scorecards, dashboards, and visualizations that drive business results and operational efficiency.</div><div><br>
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This dual focus ensures that the Manager not only guides and empowers the team but also contributes personally to delivering high-impact, actionable solutions. By combining leadership with direct involvement in analytics and AI initiatives, the Manager is able to guarantee that these solutions are tightly aligned with operational needs, supporting Operations in making faster, smarter decisions and achieving measurable improvements in performance.</div><div>
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Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Strategic Leadership</b></div><ul><li> Actively participate in the execution of the enterprise data strategy, ensuring analytics projects directly support business objectives and operational priorities.</li><li> Lead by example while managing and developing the Insights Analyst team&mdash;providing hands-on guidance, mentorship, and fostering professional growth through direct involvement in project work.</li><li> Personally contribute to the creation and delivery of high-quality analytics outputs, such as complex reports, dashboards, benchmarking tools, predictive models, and data mining initiatives, ensuring accuracy and relevance.</li><li> Continuously monitor and adopt emerging market trends, technologies, and best practices in analytics and visualization, implementing innovative solutions that position the organization as an industry leader.</li><li> Serve as a hands-on strategic partner to Operations by translating business needs into actionable data-driven strategies and solutions, and ensuring end-to-end project involvement from concept to deployment.</li><li> Lead and directly engage in requirements gathering and stakeholder consultations&mdash;especially with Operations&mdash;to guarantee that deliverables exceed expectations and drive measurable operational value.</li></ul><div><br>
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Enablement, Innovation &amp; Automation</b></div><ul><li> Lead the identification, mentoring, and support of data champions across departments and functions, ensuring collaboration between Operations, Technology, and Business.</li><li> Champion the use of AI, machine learning, robotic process automation (RPA), and intelligent systems cross-functionally to streamline workflows and drive innovation.</li><li> Evaluate and implement modern analytics and AI platforms, in partnership with stakeholders, to enhance the end-user experience and operational agility.</li><li> Foster a culture of data literacy and enablement through training, workshops, and ongoing support, engaging both Operations and Business team to ensure adoption and impact across the organization.</li></ul><div><br>
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Analytics Delivery &amp; Data Governance</b></div><ul><li> Oversee the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytics solutions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance.</li><li> Ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance across all analytics and automation initiatives.</li></ul><div>
Program &amp; Project Management</div><ul><li> Lead strategic initiatives to enhance physical security and business operations through data and AI, with a focus on operational impact.</li><li> Drive awareness and facilitate knowledge sharing by guiding BI&rsquo;s transformation and rebranding efforts.</li><li> Coordinate with field and shared service partners to secure resources and deliver projects that solve real operational challenges.</li><li> Manage initiative timelines, budgets, risks, and outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational and operational objectives.</li></ul><div><br>
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Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Communication</b></div><ul><li> Serve as a key liaison between business units, Operations, and technical teams, translating complex analytics and AI concepts into actionable business insights.</li><li> Proactively manage communications to foster partnership and trust in the Data Strategy and Insights team.</li><li> Present findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders in formal and informal settings, with a focus on operational outcomes.</li></ul><div>
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Qualifications</b></div><ul><li> Proven experience in data strategy, analytics leadership, and AI implementation.</li><li> Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex, innovative projects.</li><li> Strong background in business intelligence, data science, and intelligent automation.</li><li> Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills.</li><li> Experience with reporting, dashboards, visualization tools, and analytical/modeling software (SQL, ETL, APIs a plus).</li><li> Strategic and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate technical advancements into business impact&mdash;especially for Operations.</li><li> Ability to multitask, manage multiple projects, and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.</li></ul></div><div><br>
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&ldquo;Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.&rdquo;</div><br>
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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we&rsquo;re looking for you to join the Securitas team.<br>
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<div>Benefits include:
<div><div><ul><li>Retirement plan</li>
<li>Employer-provided medical and dental coverage</li>
<li>Company-paid life insurance</li>
<li>Voluntary life and disability insurance</li>
<li>Employee assistance plan</li>
<li>Securitas Saves discount program</li>
<li>Paid holidays</li>
<li>Paid time away from work</li><br>
</ul><div></div><br>
Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.
</div><div>Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.</div></div></div></div>

Data and Insights Manager

Lactalis USA

<div>Description:
<p>
Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.</p><p>
At Lactalis in the USA, we&rsquo;re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive&mdash;whether you&rsquo;re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.</p><p></p><p><br>
As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we&rsquo;re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.</p><p></p><p><br>
In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani&reg; Italian cheeses and ricotta, Pr&eacute;sident&reg; specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft&reg; natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone&rsquo;s&reg; cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel&reg;, Black Diamond&reg; cheddar, and Parmalat&reg; milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi&rsquo;s&reg;, Stonyfield Organic&reg;, Brown Cow&trade;, Oui&reg;, Yoplait&reg;, Go-Gurt&reg;, :ratio&reg;, Green Mountain Creamery&reg;, and Mountain High&reg;, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun&reg;, Gopi&reg;, and Arz&reg;.</p><p>
At Lactalis, we live by our core values&mdash;Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone&rsquo;s unique background and ideas are valued.</p><p></p><p><br>
Even if you don&rsquo;t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.</p><p><br>
</p><p>From your <b>PASSION </b>to ours</p><p>
The Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance is responsible for monitoring the full P&amp;L (Industrial/Milk Intake, Logistic and Commercial/Marketing) for Lactalis Heritage Dairy. They will drive and challenge technical performance such as pricing, promotions, marketing expenses and SG&amp;A and provide primary explanations to help the Sales teams to achieve their commitments. This role forecasts data trends for the overall business and makes recommendations to improve profitability. The Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance also develops, produces, and improves weekly, monthly, and yearly reporting.</p><p>
From your <b>EXPERTISE </b>to ours</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Technical Performance Management</b></p><ul><li>
Challenge and monitor the P&amp;L indicators, which include: Volumes and mix, Prices, trade and promotions, Pricing power analysis, marketing budget and overheads</li><li>
Challenge and influence pricing strategies by making recommendations through simulations to improve profitability</li><li>
Produce and report how performance is tracking against the budget, prior year and forecast</li><li>
Ensure accurate monthly marketing, trade, and promotion expenses are in compliance with the annual plan</li><li>
Prepare a monthly financial report to be presented to CEO, CFO and VP of the commercial business unit</li><li>
Perform accurate financial forecasting (for full commercial P&amp;L) and work closely with the Sales team</li><li>
Forecast volumes and provide insight to the S&amp;OP meeting,</li><li>
Challenge prices (NSV), promotion, trade, marketing, and overheads</li><li>
Be a primary support and work closely with the Sales team to provide financial analysis and root cause analysis of the result</li><li>
Serve as a business partner for Key Account and Sales teams on all P&amp;L related questions</li><li>
Identify and communicate risk and opportunities for the full commercial P&amp;L (volumes and mix, prices, trade and promotions, marketing budget and expenses)</li><li>
Ensure system data follows required processes and are uploaded in a timely manner</li></ul><p><b>
Budget construction</b></p><ul><li>
Support Sales team on budget construction and serve as a voice of Finance in the decision making during budget meetings</li><li>
Lead, challenge, and monitor the commercial business indicators: volumes and mix, prices (NSV), pricing power analysis, trade and promotion, expenses (marketing, overheads)</li><li>
Consolidate budget of the full P&amp;L</li></ul><p><b>
Ad Hoc analysis</b></p><ul><li>
Support the Sales team on P&amp;L activities and provide ad hoc analysis: price, margin, and profitability simulation to Sales teams to help the decision making on the commercial business</li><li>
Gather data for new projects and perform financial studies for new launches</li></ul>
Requirements:
<p>
From your <b>STORY </b>to ours</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or another appropriate discipline.?</li><li>3+ years of experience in Financial reporting, preferably in a consumer foods products company</li><li>Proven capability to manage large sets of data in MS Excel</li><li>Demonstrated strong analytical skills, as well as broad business acumen</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills to influence and sell recommendations internally</li><li>Must be a strong team player who is able to work across multiple functions and disciplines</li><li>Systems knowledge is considered an asset (SAP, Market Track, Tableau/Power BI, etc.)</li><li>Demonstrated solid PowerPoint, communication, and interpersonal skills</li></ul><p><i>
At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.</i></p><p><i>
Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.</i></p></div>

Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance

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