Strategic Intelligence Analyst

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas • Topeka, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Intelligence (SI) Analyst is responsible for supporting collection, analysis, and dissemination of strategic insights that inform the organization's decision-making process. The SI Analyst works closely with cross-functional teams, including competitive intelligence, business intelligence, strategic engagement, enterprise planning, engineering services, and external consultants to develop data-driven insights, provides actionable recommendations, and ensures that the organization remains agile and informed to make proactive, strategic decisions. This position reports to the Manager, Strategic Intelligence. “This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.”

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, organizational leadership, communications, economics, public policy, behavioral or social sciences, or a related discipline required.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in strategic intelligence, corporate research, or related field required.
• Ability to think beyond short-term goals and focus on the future. This includes understanding industry trends, market disruptions, and identifying opportunities for growth or improvement over the next several years.
• Ability to align strategic intelligence insights with organizational objectives and operational priorities.
• Working knowledge of strategic decision-making tools (e.g., PESTLE, PrOACT, Strategy Canvas, SWOT, VRIO). These tools are frequently used when SI deliverables are presented to executive leadership.
• Ability to conduct primary and secondary research and translate these findings into succinct and robust analyses.
• Proficiency in performing quantitative and qualitative research, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation. This includes working knowledge of social and economic research models, the ability to use proper demographic research methods and modeling techniques, and the ability to conduct statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Ability to apply, validate, and interpret results in a variety of contexts. Explore and implement new methodologies to enhance data analysis capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially in presenting intelligence reports, strategic recommendations, and briefing senior leadership, with the ability to translate complex intelligence into actionable insights for decision-makers.
• A natural curiosity for answering questions, solving problems, and navigating unclear or evolving research needs.
• Ability to make decisions using independent judgment and creativity to resolve issues and overcome roadblocks.
• A natural curiosity for answering questions, solving problems, and navigating unclear or evolving research needs.
• Commitment to customer service in effectively managing research requests from teams and stakeholders at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a cross-functional team with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.
• The ability to navigate ambiguity, cope with change, and remain focused under pressure.
• Ability to drive change within the organization by leveraging strategic intelligence to advocate for new strategies or processes. This involves influencing leadership and guiding teams through transitions.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred.
• Strategic experience in the healthcare insurance industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the corporate strategy development and planning process by collecting data, conducting analyses, and interpreting data from internal and external sources to provide actionable strategic insights that support decision-making at the enterprise and cross-divisional levels.
• Collaborate with the team to continuously evaluate and improve the intelligence-gathering process to enhance the organization's ability to make data-driven, strategic decisions.
• Stay up to date with industry tools, methodologies, and best practices to enhance intelligence capabilities.
• Develop accurate, visually polished slide decks and reports that distill complex insights into digestible, stakeholder-friendly formats.
• Facilitate discussions with stakeholders that contribute to the data gathering process.
• Work with the Manager, Strategic Intelligence to understand the needs of executive and divisional leaders and translate them into data-driven solutions.
• Contribute to the development of clear, concise, and impactful reports, and presentations for stakeholders at all levels.
• Translate complex data and insights into strategic recommendations that drive business outcomes.
• Manage a repository of research resources and analysis supporting strategic issue resolution and decision making.
• Conduct ongoing research into industry and market trends, assessing external forces, risks, and key performance indicators while staying current on emerging innovations, tools, and technologies that inform strategic decision-making.

Benefits

• Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
• Incentive pay program (EPIP)
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Fertility/Adoption assistance
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 401(k) plan matching up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level