Brenda Criswell

Lead Analyst

Vizient Inc. - Novation, Inc.

Irving, TX

04.2009 - 04.2024

Provide customized analyses, such as market trends, cost-benefit analyses, and performance evaluations using internal and external data
Incorporate an understanding of competitive factors and Vizient differentiators into the analysis
Research and include best practices in identifying data sources and analyzing information
Lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements to ensure quality and timely delivery
Communicate actively and openly with key stakeholders to establish and maintain strong working relationships and manage expectations effectively
Empower stakeholders by using data to influence their decisions through advising and counseling, thereby instilling confidence in the strategic direction
Plan and conduct stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and understand current business processes
Develop and maintain data sets and coordinate with others on dependencies
Ensure that core cleansing activities accurately support the client’s service levels
Interface with the provider and vendors on item master activities
Manage data standardization, vendor research, data categorization, contract research, price updates, price discrepancy review and resolution, and other tasks related to the cleansing and maintaining provider data
Increase internal and external provider satisfaction, set achievable provider expectations, solve provider problems, ensure commitments to providers are met, and solicit opinions and ideas from providers
Collaborate with various Vizient groups, such as Product Sourcing, Contracting, and Product Information Management (PIM), as well as our suppliers and providers, to ensure a cohesive and inclusive approach to our work
Provide coordination of data for customized analytical dashboards from different sources
Work with analysts and data engineers to request data and validate data needs
Pull data from various data libraries, including specific data libraries, to ensure comprehensive and accurate analysis
Research and identify relevant data sources and incorporate an understanding of business drivers into the analysis
Translate wireframe designs to fully functional and visually appealing dashboards in Power BI
Design dashboards and reports that enable information sharing with stakeholders
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality and timely project delivery
Plan and participate in design and development meetings to define and gather requirements and understand current business processes
Lead cross-functional teams to prepare analysis and recommendations according to established guidelines or client needs and communicate outcomes to internal stakeholders
Present analysis findings and dashboard recommendations to the team
Streamlined supply chain operations, resulting in a 25% reduction in inventory costs and a 30% increase in on-time deliveries, instilling a sense of optimism for future improvements
Developed and standardized data collection procedures and methodologies, ensuring consistency and accuracy in data analysis
Built, maintained, and conducted ad-hoc analysis requests, delivering comprehensive insights to members during quarterly meetings
Proposed and managed test cases
Presented data-driven recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, influencing decision-making and driving positive outcomes
Configured, analyzed, and managed large datasets, ensuring data quality by identifying and rectifying inaccuracies and inconsistencies
Conducted comprehensive training sessions on new platforms, demonstrating leadership and communication skills
Researched and conducted analyses to produce results and identify solutions to complex problems
Ensured accurate and timely preparation of management tools for analyzing clinical outcomes and operational results using enterprise tools
Delivered customized analyses, leveraging internal and external data, raw and published data, and structured and unstructured datasets.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Lead Analyst

Education

High School Diploma -

Cosmetology License -

Skills

Websites

Timeline

Lead Analyst

High School Diploma -

Cosmetology License -

Similar Profiles

Alyssa JacksonAlyssa Jackson

Christopher SandersChristopher Sanders

Abdul FarahAbdul Farah

COURTNEY HUFFCOURTNEY HUFF

Wade UtterWade Utter