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Alexa Berard

London

Summary

Experienced in spearheading analytics platform development, defining high-impact business requirements, and delivering innovative technological solutions. Skilled in strategic advising, BI development, and data analysis, with a proven track record of driving significant cost savings and productivity enhancements. A proactive collaborator committed to continuous learning and professional development, with a passion for bringing data-driven solutions to the forefront of business success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Business Data Analyst

Parity Technologies
London
06.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded the design and implementation of Parity's first analytics platform, leveraging Python, AWS S3/Lambda, and BigQuery to create data pipelines and automate reporting for HR, Talent, Finance, and Operations teams
  • Developed KPIs and identified emerging trends, producing comprehensive reports that serve as essential decision-making tools for stakeholders, including executive leadership
  • Produced comprehensive reports that serve as essential decision-making tools, leveraging data-driven insights to drive strategic business initiatives and optimize operational efficiency.
  • Proactively identified and addressed data quality gaps through collaboration with cross-functional teams, driving the implementation of streamlined data collection processes to ensure data accuracy and reliability.

Senior IT Business Systems Analyst

SES Satellites
Munich
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Orchestrated the definition of high-impact business requirements for projects with a cumulative benefit exceeding €10 million
  • Wrote and managed Azure DevOps user stories and translated requirements into well-defined development tasks, complete with effort and value estimates
  • Collaborated extensively to ensure end-to-end architecture and API alignment with integration, architecture, and development teams, fostering cohesive project execution
  • Developed Power BI and Azure DevOps reports, providing comprehensive tracking of project progress, measurement of success metrics, and adherence to project timelines.

Business Analyst Consultant

Payoneer
Munich
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Advise customers on their go-to-market strategies based on data analysis and market development.
  • Manage all incoming RFI/RFPs, while improving the RFP Management process to reduce time spent and improve stakeholder engagement.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions for business needs.

IT Business Analyst

International Paper
Memphis
04.2019 - 04.2021
  • Recommended and successfully delivered innovative technological solutions to optimize business processes within the CRM and eCommerce domains
  • Architected, implemented, and sustained best-practice solutions, realizing substantial 5-year benefits exceeding $10.5 million
  • Facilitated seamless communication within a cross-functional team comprising business analysts, developers, and technical support professionals Detailed comprehensive requirement specifications for new applications
  • Crafted and managed dynamic dashboards utilizing Power BI and Google Analytics to drive data-driven insights.

Business Intelligence Developer

International Paper
Memphis
06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Planned, designed, and executed a diverse portfolio of business intelligence solutions, predominantly utilizing the SAP BW data warehouse, OLAP cubes, ABAP, and BIAL
  • Integrated BI assets into CRM tasks, enhancing service personnel's access to actionable intelligence and resulting in a 15% boost in productivity
  • Drove improvements in data gathering, analysis, and visualization procedures through strategic optimizations
  • Earned promotion to lead developer within the CRM Sales Force Automation reporting domain.

Data Analyst Intern

UPS
Atlanta
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Identified, analyzed, and interpreted trends and patterns within intricate data sets by leveraging advanced SQL techniques and creating visualizations using Tableau
  • Ensured data quality and operational excellence by delivering timely and insightful updates to company leadership regarding key quality metrics
  • Communicated issues related to consistency and production deficiencies, facilitating prompt corrective action.

Education

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Alabama At Birmingham
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Alabama
05.2017

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Process improvement
  • Project management
  • Software development methodologies - SDLC, Agile, Waterfall
  • Programming & query languages - Python, Pandas, SQL
  • Cloud technologies - AWS S3, Lambda, BigQuery
  • MS Office - Excel, Word, Powerpoint
  • Web analytics - Google Analytics, Simple Analytics
  • Data visualisation - Power BI, Looker, Tableau, Metabase
  • Project management - Asana, Confluence
  • SAP - BW, CRM, BusinessObjects

Certification

  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt

Languages

English
First Language
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Beginner
A1

Leadership Experience

IT Inclusion Council Lead (June 2018 - April 2021)

  • Effectively led cross-functional teams in the planning and execution of numerous Diversity & Inclusion initiatives within the IT organization. These initiatives encompassed cultural celebrations, new hire training programs, collaboration series, and SharePoint development projects.

Communications Lead (April 2020 – April 2021)

  • Spearheaded the communication strategy for an internal organization comprising 400 recent graduates and their managers, ensuring seamless information dissemination and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Dictated the communication strategies within this internal organization.
  • Provided mentorship to 4 new hires and 3 interns, fostering their professional development.

Instructor and Content Creator (September 2018 – April 2021)

  • Demonstrated proficiency in curriculum development by creating engaging content for courses delivered to hundreds of employees over multiple years. Coursework included "Introduction to Business Intelligence," "SAP Business Intelligence," "Foundations for Leadership," and "Spanish for Beginners."
  • Delivered effective instruction in "Foundations for Leadership" and "Spanish for Beginners," equipping employees with valuable skills and knowledge.

Timeline

Senior Business Data Analyst

Parity Technologies
06.2022 - Current

Senior IT Business Systems Analyst

SES Satellites
10.2021 - 05.2022

Business Analyst Consultant

Payoneer
05.2021 - 10.2021

IT Business Analyst

International Paper
04.2019 - 04.2021

Business Intelligence Developer

International Paper
06.2017 - 04.2019

Data Analyst Intern

UPS
05.2016 - 08.2016

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Alabama At Birmingham

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Alabama

Alexa Berard