Business Optimization Analyst

<p>Business Optimization Analyst</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Who are we?</span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Versant Health is one of the nation's leading administrators of managed vision care, serving over 35 million of our clients' members across the United States. Our purpose is to make healthy vision a reality for everyone by improving access to care and education in the communities we serve. Fueled by our mission to improve members' lives with easy-to-use vision solutions rooted in choice value, and care, we believe that everyone has the power to become anything they set their sights on.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">See how <em>you</em> can make a difference with the support of strong leadership and a team environment.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Versant Health: Making Healthy Vision a Reality for Everyone</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">What are we looking for? </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">The Business Optimization Analyst provides administrative, analytical, and technical business support for assigned operational initiatives. This role is responsible for maintaining and supporting recurring operational reporting, including data refreshes, validation, variance analysis, and distribution to stakeholders on established cadences. In addition, the analyst identifies opportunities for operational improvement, supports business process optimization efforts, and assists in defining business requirements, system enhancements, and workflow changes that improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall performance</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Where you will have an impact </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">  </span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Maintain and support recurring operational reporting, including scheduled data refreshes, validation checks, variance analysis, and timely distribution to stakeholders on defined cadences.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Perform ongoing data quality checks, reconciliation, and issue resolution to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of operational reports; investigate and clearly articulate drivers of variance, anomalies, and trends in operational data.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Evaluate current and future business needs regarding automation, technology and improved business processes.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Assist in designing business and technical requirements to support new business functions, improve internal processes, and satisfy external customer requests, including changes or enhancements to existing programs .</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Collect requirements of proposed application systems or business mandates, evaluate and recommend applicable solutions; and support the design of data structures and procedures to meet the defined requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Collaborate with Information Technology and Operational partners to create and test specifications, support implementation activities, and assist with end-user training.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Conduct complex systems and process analyses to identify gaps, optimize performance, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Perform exploratory and operational data analyses and effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Support assigned initiatives by developing and executing work plans, reporting, and deliverables to inform decisions and execution.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Perform other duties as assigned.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">What’s necessary to do the job? </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <div align="center"> <table style="border: none; border-collapse: collapse;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 37.45pt;"> <td style="width: 468.5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; border: none;" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelors.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Experience supporting recurring operational reporting, data validation, or business analysis activities. </span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Experience using Excel and query‑based tools (e.g., SQL or Access) to support reporting, analysis, or process improvement in an operational environment preferred.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">  </span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">HIPAA & Security Requirements </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">All Associates must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as it pertains to disclosures of protected health information (PHI) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures. As a component of job roles and responsibilities, Associates may have access to covered information, cardholder data or other confidential customer information which must be protected at all times. As a result, Associates must explicitly adhere to all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Privacy & Security Training Program. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and paid vision coverage; paid time off and company holidays; retirement savings with employer contribution; employee wellness resources; and professional development opportunities. Additional benefits may include flexible work arrangements, employee assistance programs, and other programs that support you both at work and beyond.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"> </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Versant Health will never request money from candidates who seek employment with us and will never ask for any payment as part of the recruitment process. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Versant Health is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Versant Health without regards to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Our purpose is to make healthy vision a reality for everyone by improving access to care and education in the communities we serve. Fueled by our mission to improve members’ lives with easy-to-use vision solutions rooted in choice, value, and care, Versant Health believes that everyone has the power to become anything they set their sights on.</span></em></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Our team is guided by core Leadership Principles—Perspective, Care, Drive, and Ownership—which shape how we work, lead, and grow together.</span></em></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Our Management Team is committed to fostering a strong and supportive culture, cultivating a thriving work environment, providing clear direction, optimizing resources, enabling innovative solutions, and driving meaningful results.</span></em></p>

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