Business Analytics Lead Analyst

We’re looking for a dynamic business analytics professional to join our Drug Trend & Formulary team. In this role, you’ll drive impactful initiatives—from modeling new product performance to delivering insightful retrospective reporting. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional partners in Finance, Product Management, Operations, and Account Management to turn complex data into actionable strategies.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in reporting and analytics, paired with expertise in product development, client reporting, and performance measurement. You’ll leverage technical skills and business acumen to craft customized, data-driven solutions for diverse information requests. Proficiency in relational databases, data warehouses, claims data, and SQL is essential for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Analytics

  • Develop reports, models, and innovative analytic solutions to support the Supply Chain Product team.
  • Complete ad hoc reporting and analytics for Account Teams, Finance, and Operations by combining business knowledge with technical skills (SAS, SQL).
  • Query data warehouses using available tools, extract and manipulate data, and produce reports for internal and external clients.
  • Ensure timely delivery of reports in accordance with contractual agreements.

• Consultation

  • Partner with Product and Account Management teams to address complex issues and requests.
  • Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to stakeholders.

• Collaboration

  • Work closely with departments across the organization, including Product Management, Finance, Operations, Pharma, Research, Advanced Analytics, and Knowledge Solutions.
  • Facilitate hand-offs and ensure alignment across multiple projects and initiatives.

• Project Management & Prioritization

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, negotiate timelines, and prioritize deliverables with stakeholders.

• Communication

  • Clearly communicate goals, outcomes, and direction to stakeholders.
  • Foster an environment of collaboration and open dialogue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in analytical, strategic planning, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Tableau, SAS, and SQL
• Experience with data extraction and relational databases
• Customer service orientation
• Experience with prioritizing workload and meet deadlines

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 77,300 - 128,800 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group.

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.