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Nicholas Blackford

Bloomington,MN

Summary

Detail-oriented Data Analyst with extensive experience in applying machine learning and data analysis to drive impactful business decisions. Proven track record in developing and implementing data analytics solutions, including predictive modeling and statistical analysis, leading to significant cost savings. Adept at translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights for nontechnical stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Committed to continuous learning and innovation, with a strong foundation in Python data science libraries.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data Analyst - Operations Intelligence

Target
03.2023 - Current
  • Cleaned and analyzed large datasets using SQL to improve regional distribution centers' capacity, quality, safety, and productivity
  • Implemented model predicting building density, saving $2M/year in labor costs
  • Analyzed effects of VLE (voluntarily leave early) on production using statistical analysis
  • Developed agile estimation and documentation standards in Jira, improving team estimation accuracy by 20%
  • Clearly communicated and presented technical insights to non-technical audience across several business teams and projects

Inventory Analyst - Wine East

Target
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed wine inventory for 800 stores, achieving 98% in-stock rate
  • Reduced excess inventory by $500K via optimization projects
  • Increased data collection efficiency by 20% through platform integration
  • Created universal reporting for inventory availability, reducing out-of-stock incidents by 3%

Documentation Specialist Intern

Nortech Systems
06.2020 - 10.2020
  • Ensured 100% compliance with environmental regulations for 1,000+ medical device parts
  • Contributed to 5% improvement in quality control processes

Education

M.S. Data Science -

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
05.2025

B.A. Business Analysis and Data Analytics -

Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN
05.2021

Skills

  • Machine Learning (Supervised & Unsupervised)
  • Regression
  • NLP
  • Clustering
  • Python DS libraries (Pandas, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow)
  • Big data
  • Data visualization
  • Agile project management
  • Requirements Definition
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Continuous improvement

Certification

  • OpenClassrooms - Querying a Database with SQL
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Expert
  • MOS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel Associate

Software

Python

SQL

Greenfield

Big Red 3

Hadoop

Hive

Jupyter

Timeline

Data Analyst - Operations Intelligence

Target
03.2023 - Current

Inventory Analyst - Wine East

Target
09.2021 - 03.2023

Documentation Specialist Intern

Nortech Systems
06.2020 - 10.2020

M.S. Data Science -

Bellevue University

B.A. Business Analysis and Data Analytics -

Bethel University

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