Decision Analytics Manager

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Decision Analytics Manager in the Insights & Analytics will leverage their experience to take responsibility for projects and lead client relationships immediately. 

ZS's Insights and Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.

What you'll do:

• Serve as primary investigator for complex research projects
• Develop or oversee proposal development to ensure methodological soundness
• Work closely with ZS client teams to lead client business development and client relationship development across our key client accounts
• Structure and develop client deliverables in PowerPoint, including "telling the story" with supporting analysis in a clear and effective manner
• Drive project task execution by ensuring progress, organizing project data, and coordinating team meetings and guiding and teaching more junior team members
• Participate in presentation and communication of results to clients and internal teams
• Provide thought leadership and innovation within projects and practice areas
• Motivate, coach, and serve as a role model for project team members
• Manage projects and client relationships
• Drive business and strategy development
• Contribute to internal firm activities and advancing ZS's capabilities

What you’ll bring:

• MBA or an advanced degree in a quantitative, analytical discipline such as Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Management Science, Data Science, Statistics, Econometrics or Engineering. Alternatively, candidates may possess a PhD in marketing, economics, decision sciences or related field with a business application
• At least 7 years of post-MBA or PhD work experience with evidence of strong analytic work (including use of advanced modeling techniques and tools such as R, SAS, Tableau or VBA); in lieu of an MBA or PhD, candidates with 9 years of relevant work experience in a management consulting firm may be considered
• Candidates with a combination of business experience and scientific/technical backgrounds preferred
• High motivation, good work ethic, maturity, and personal initiative
• Aptitude for and enjoyment of leading and managing teams
• Effective oral and written communication skills that enable person impact with senior-level decision makers
• Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused mindset
• Analytic problem-solving skills, with a creative an innovative outlook
• Client service orientation
• Enjoys fast-paced work environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Fluency in English & Japanese
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in Japan, visit ZS Japan office locations | Where we work | ZS.            

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working.  A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed.  Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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