Decision Analytics Associate Consultant

Position: Decision Analytics Associate Consultant - Incentive Compensation
ZS    is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by  bringing together data, science, technology  and  human ingenuity  to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide.

ZSers drive impact by bringing a  client-first mentality  to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Insights & Analytics
ZS's   Insights & Analytics   group      partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously,   leveraging   advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep   expertise   and thought leadership.

What   You'll   Do:
Create and deliver executive-level presentations with clear, data-driven insights that inform sales strategy and performance.
Build engaging and concise slide decks to communicate key findings and actionable recommendations
Establish and maintain strong relationships with business leaders and stakeholders, acting as a key advisor on sales performance and incentive compensation operations.
Coordinate and share IC data/processing requirements with cross-functional partners such as HR, Finance for smooth administration of IC plan
Work with client sales leadership to get their feedback and approvals on IC field reports and other associated deliverables
Lead cross-functional meetings, keeping all teams in sync and addressing any challenges
Collaborate with sales analytics and business intelligence teams to track sales performance, analyze trends, and develop performance reports for leadership.
Use data-driven insights to inform compensation adjustments, territory alignment, and incentive program adjustments.

What   You'll   Bring:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, business analytics, or a related field with a strong quantitative focus.
3-5 years of relevant post-collegiate experience, in incentive compensation preferably pharmaceutical industry
Strong experience with US pharmaceutical domain and working knowledge of US data sources used for sales performance, targeting, sizing, and alignment
Strong understanding of sales performance metrics, quota-setting, and salesforce effectiveness.
Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, R, Python, Tableau, Excel and Power Point
Fluency in English
Client-first mentality
Intense work ethic
Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach
How you'll grow

. Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
. Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
. Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Hybrid working model:

ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week. Combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

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