Operations Data Analyst

Kforce's client in utilities is seeking an Operations Data Analyst in Oakland, CA for a 9-month contract, reporting in office twice per week. Key Tasks:

• Analyze business data to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities for operational and strategic improvements
• Demonstrate broad expertise in data processing and analysis, applying analytical techniques to a wide range of business questions
• Respond to ad hoc and recurring data requests with accuracy, clarity, and timeliness
• Collect, clean, validate, and integrate data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Extract and analyze data from SAP to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making
• Manage data extraction and transfer from databases to support operational analysis across teams
• Create automated data routines and processes to ensure efficient, repeatable reporting and data delivery
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Power BI to clearly communicate insights and performance metrics
• Utilize Foundry for advanced analytics, data modeling, and analytical workflows (knowledge of Foundry is preferred, not a requirement)
• Apply GIS tools for spatial data analysis and mapping to support location-based decision-making
• Leverage Copperleaf for asset investment planning, lifecycle cost analysis, and value-based decision support (knowledge of Copperleaf is preferred, not a requirement)
• Clearly communicate analytical findings, assumptions, and recommendations to diverse audiences
• Translate complex data into concise, compelling narratives that support informed decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs, identify challenges, and deliver data-driven solutions
• Act as a trusted partner to stakeholders by helping shape analytical questions and clarify insights
• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining dashboards in Power BI
• Strong SQL skills and experience working with structured datasets

Technical:

• Data analytics (Python, Excel, and able to conduct data queries as needed)
• Power BI (advanced skills, ability to create executive boards and day-to-day dashboards for business analytics)

* SAP

* Microsoft, excel and power query as needed Soft Skills:

• Problem solving mentality
• Willingness to learn (Copperleaf, Foundry, GIS, and other platforms)
• Impeccable organization skills
• Agility
• Impeccable communication skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to explain complex data clearly
• Strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights
• Ability to clearly communicate complex data findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and translating business needs into data-driven solutions

Desired Skills:

• Hands-on experience using Foundry for data analysis, data modeling, or workflows
• Experience with Copperleaf