Strategy Analyst

About the team / role
We are seeking a Strategy Analyst to join our Corporate Strategy Team. Reporting to our Sr. Director, Operational Excellence, you will have the opportunity to learn about WEX from the ground up, supporting some of the most important projects in the organization and playing a critical role in the strategic planning process.   

Corporate Strategy comprises two pillars, Operational Excellence and Strategy. The Operational Excellence team is responsible for supporting the delivery of the most important priorities and growth initiatives across the organization. The Strategy Team provides recommendations and support to our ELT, Board, and leaders from across the organization on our most important strategic opportunities and challenges. This role will provide support, leverage, and analytical horsepower to both of these teams.

This role is based at WEX's Global Headquarters in Portland, ME.

How you'll make an impact

• Operational Excellence
  • Support the Sr Director and Program Managers in the successful delivery of the Enterprise Priorities by providing analysis of reports detailing program health.
  • Drive consistency and transparency in the delivery of Enterprise Priorities through the preparation of monthly reports and presentations to executive leadership.
  • Work with finance partners to create summarized financial reports across the priority portfolio. 
  • Provide support to the team of Program Managers with various ad-hoc requests.

• Corporate Strategy:
  • Conduct quantitative analysis, such as reviewing earnings reports, analyzing trends, and identifying key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Gather and interpret data from various sources, including internal databases, market research reports, and industry publications.
  • Create basic financial models and spreadsheets to support analysis.
  • Assist in the crafting and preparation of strategy presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assist teams across the business in analyzing data, generating insights, and developing strategic approaches for ad hoc strategic projects. 
  • Collaborate regularly with WEXers across the enterprise to synthesize information and align on key objectives.

Experience you'll bring

• 1-3 years of experience in an analytical, program management, Operational Improvement, Strategy or technology role
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a technical field preferred
• Demonstrated quantitative acumen, including proficiency in Excel, navigating large data sets, and distilling complex data into actionable recommendations
• Strong academic track record
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Analytic acumen
• Curiosity
• Effective communications skills
• Ability to visualize data
• Comfort working with ambiguity
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively