Principal Analyst, Analytics & Intelligence

The Principal Analyst, Analytics & Intelligence leads advanced analytics, business intelligence, data visualization, and data science initiatives that support strategic and operational decision-making across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Commercial, and Quality. This role applies advanced analytical techniques, including statistical analysis, predictive modeling, machine learning, and data mining, to transform complex datasets into actionable insights and scalable solutions that improve inventory management, workforce productivity, operational performance, cost effectiveness, and business outcomes.

As part of Alcon's Analytics & Intelligence organization, this position leads multiple complex technical projects from problem definition through analysis, visualization, recommendation development, and implementation support. Working with a high degree of independence, the Principal Analyst provides specialized expertise, guides cross-functional project teams, conducts research, and uses technological innovation to develop dashboards, decision-support tools, forecasts, and executive-level reporting. The role partners closely with business and functional leaders to identify performance drivers, evaluate risks and opportunities, influence decisions, and deliver measurable improvements aligned with strategic, financial, operational, quality, and regulatory objectives.

Specifics include:

• Oversee multiple technical data analysis and visualization projects.
• Ensure project goals are met through specialized expertise and technological innovation.
• Utilize data science techniques such as machine learning, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis to extract insights and create meaningful visualizations to communicate findings.
• Conduct independent research and thought leadership activities to optimize outcomes.
• Achieve goals through mainly self-directed work with potential guidance from management.
• Make critical decisions affecting project outcomes within the scope of assigned projects.

What You'll Bring to Alcon:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience
• Work Location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: 0 – 10% Domestic
• Sponsorship available: No
• Relocation: No

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Experience with Echelon and Tableau is a plus