Strategy & Analytics Manager

Overview

We’re looking for a curious, collaborative, and client-focused Manager, Strategy & Analytics to join our team. This role sits at the intersection of data, storytelling, and client service. You’ll partner closely with our client team at Qualcomm to translate complex data into clear, compelling insights that drive business strategy.

This role requires someone who thrives in ambiguous, fast-moving environments with shifting priorities and sometimes contradictory feedback. You’ll need excellent interpersonal skills to navigate a challenger account team and the confidence to own the “so what” in every analysis.

Please note that West Coast/PST candidates are highly preferred.

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Minimum Pay USD $105,000.00/Yr. Maximum Pay USD $120,000.00/Yr.

What We Offer

• Health and wellness benefits plans
• Flexible vacation and holiday policies
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Technology allowance
• BDS employee discount program
• Referral bonus
• Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependents, and healthcare costs
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees

What You'll Do

• Serve as the day-to-day analytics lead for Qualcomm, partnering closely with the Senior Director of Client Services and reporting to the Director of Strategy & Analytics
• Lead and coach a small team of Analysts, balancing hands-on analysis with guidance and oversight
• Translate complex datasets into executive-ready presentations that tell a clear story and connect to business strategy
• Present insights weekly to client partners and quarterly to executives
• Conduct market and industry research; create insights and content that position our company as a thought leader (to be published via company channels)
• Collaborate with leadership to explore and implement new AI tools that improve our analytics and client delivery
• Navigate ambiguity and shifting client priorities with resilience, professionalism, and a client-first mindset

What You'll Bring

Experience and Education:

• 5-8 years of professional experience in analytics, business intelligence, or strategy required.
• Strong SQL (Snowflake) and data visualization skills (Tableau, Power BI, Looker); ability to guide analysts and run analyses as needed required.
• Demonstrated success in presenting insights to executive-level stakeholders required.
• Experience in consulting or agency environments preferred.
• Experience in the retail industry preferred.
• Familiarity with tech/telecom/semiconductors industries preferred.
• Experience managing or mentoring analysts preferred.
• Exposure to AI tools and an interest in shaping how new technology is implemented in analytics workflows preferred.
• Experience working with demographic data (Placer.ai) preferred.
• MBA or advanced degree in a quantitative or business discipline preferred.

Skills and Attributes:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build trust and influence in challenging client environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, juggle shifting priorities, and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
• Client-service mindset with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Comfort with ambiguity, contradictory feedback, and fast-moving environments.
• Curious, collaborative, and proactive in finding solutions.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
• Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
• Occasionally walk and/or stand
• Occasionally lift and carry supplies up to 50 lbs
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation

Important Information:

The pay range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market data. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process and may vary based on individual qualifications and business needs. All compensation will comply with applicable federal, state, and local minimum wage laws and regulations.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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