IT Data Analyst

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs and implements activities that impact discrete components / processes of the specified functional area of Data Analytics. Work is received in short term assignments that require application of independent judgment. Operates within the context of defined procedures.


SCHEDULE: This position offers remote work. However, employees located within a 50-mile radius of the Deerfield, IL office are expected to work on-site four days per week, with one remote workday. Standard business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with flexible start times.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs and implements daily operational activities that impact discrete components / processes of the specified IT work function, and may include responsibilities in the area of Security, Planning & Analysis, Strategy or Operations, such as:
  • Creating deep dive analyses to study key area trends.
  • Participating in development and enhancement of key programs to optimize consumer awareness, market share, overall efficiencies and support specified work function initiatives.
  • Participating in development of new programs and enhancing current programs to meet performance objectives.
  • Running ad-hoc analyses to identify and recommend innovative options to drive business strategy.
  • Performing research to identify industry trends and best practices.
  • Evaluating key area trends and developing/implementing innovative programs/improvements.
  • Analyzing performance against departmental objectives.
  • Participating in monitoring departmental strategies and objectives.
• Identifies and determines likely reasons for problematic causes. Prepares accurate documentation and communication to effectively facilitate elimination of problems / roadblocks as they occur and create efficient fixes.
• May participate in the development of budgets for the functional area of responsibility.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to accomplish activities. Interacts with internal and external peers and/or managers to exchange semi-complex information related to assigned activities.
• Gathers and updates necessary information and communicates to appropriate parties.

About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens ( has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

External Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR High school / GED and at least 3 years of experience in Finance, IT, Strategy, Analytics, and/or Operations
• Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community & with vendors.
• Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates.
• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in Finance, IT, Strategy, Analytics, and/or Operations OR High school / GED and at least 5 years of experience in Finance, IT, Strategy, Analytics, and/or Operations.
• Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
• Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
• Knowledge of project management (for example: planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives).
• Experience working in the IT Industry.

We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits

An employee in this position can expect a salary rate between $74,000 and $189,000 plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable. The actual salary will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. This job posting will remain open for 5 days from the job posting date. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.