Senior Analyst, Insights and Analytics

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Job Description

About BioLife Plasma Services

BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma that is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can’t be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 250+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are committed to improving the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, easy, and rewarding for donors who want to make a difference.

When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy and will be based out of Bannockburn, IL.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

The Senior Analyst, Insights and Analytics, plays a critical role in performing advanced data research and analysis to support various BioLife Plasma functions. By analyzing large data sets, this role drives informed business decisions and identifies actionable trends.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform complex data research and analysis to inform business functions and strategic decisions with a focus on ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and integrity
• This position works with various functions as analytical needs arise, helping to effectively understand and interpret business cases
• Identify trends within large data sets and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Manage data-driven projects and operational processes independently with minimal supervision
• In addition, this job will be responsible for creating analytic reporting and identifying insights or actions to drive improved optimization within BioLife
• Contribute business requirements for business technical solutions

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical/ Functional (Line) Expertise

• Fully capable of creating impactful visual content and delivering persuasive presentations to influence decisions

Decision-making and Autonomy

• Applies judgment to resolve complex data scenarios and recommends solutions aligned with strategic objectives
• Operates independently within established policies while driving insights that shape team or organizational strategies

Leadership

• Acts as a trusted advisor by guiding teams, influencing decisions, and championing collaboration across departments

Interaction

• Primarily collaborates with internal teams, including all levels of FPA and of various cross-functional colleagues
• Interactions with external contacts are limited but strategically impactful when required

Innovation

• Develops forward-thinking methodologies in data analysis, visualization, and reporting processes, and can translate findings into clear, compelling narratives for stakeholders
• Advocates for the adoption of emerging technologies and continuous improvement in tools and frameworks

Complexity

• Works with large-scale, cross-functional data sets tha