Principal Analyst, Analytics & Intelligence

Alcon Research•Irvine, CA
•$130,900 - $169,400•Onsite

About The Position

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. The role applies statistical analysis, predictive modeling, machine learning, and data mining to turn complex datasets into actionable insights and scalable solutions that improve inventory management, workforce productivity, operational performance, cost effectiveness, and business outcomes. Working with a high degree of independence, the Principal Analyst leads multiple complex technical projects from problem definition through analysis, visualization, recommendation development, and implementation support. The role 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. It partners 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience; the posting also specifies high school plus 13 years, an associate degree plus 9 years, a master’s degree plus 2 years, or a Ph.D. plus 0 years.
  • Ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
  • 5 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Echelon and Tableau.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee multiple technical data analysis and visualization projects.
  • Ensure project goals are met through specialized expertise and technological innovation.
  • Use machine learning, predictive modeling, statistical analysis, and other data science techniques to extract insights and create visualizations that communicate findings.
  • Conduct independent research and thought leadership activities to optimize outcomes.
  • Develop dashboards, decision-support tools, forecasts, and executive-level reporting.
  • Partner with business and functional leaders to identify performance drivers, evaluate risks and opportunities, influence decisions, and support measurable improvements.
  • Guide cross-functional project teams and provide implementation support for complex analytics projects.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible time off for exempt associates
  • Paid time off for hourly associates
  • Benefits supporting health and well-being, financial security, and retirement planning
  • Short-term and long-term incentive opportunities for eligible roles
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