Operations Research Analyst

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Combine your experience and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees in Miami, Fl. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.

Position Summary:

The Operational Research team is responsible for all data, decision tools, reporting and information needs for the Revenue Management team. The Operations Research Analyst assists in supporting the team’s forecasting, modeling, analysis and reporting. This position serves as a contact person for the department to help explain the tools and data results.

Career Snapshot:

• Assist in developing, implementing and maintaining revenue management systems, business intelligence reporting and user tools
• Update current statistical and modeling techniques in PL/SQL and SAS for changing business patterns and to reduce error
• Apply quantitative methods and techniques, including forecasting, linear regressions, mixed integer programming, optimization and statistical analyses
• Determine user requirements, develop suggestions to meet revenue reporting needs, develop the tool or report and work with teams to ensure it meets their needs, providing relevant, actionable revenue management-related information in the most effective format and medium
• Respond to ad-hoc data and analysis needs while supporting various projectsLearn the DB2 and Data Warehouse systems in order to pull various data sets required for ad hoc analyses
• Conduct statistical analyses of business data, evaluate trends and pattern changes, and learn to disperse results in a format appropriate for the audience
• Conduct clear, concise presentations, communicating technical methods and impacts in business terms
• Continuously search for potential business improvements, revenue opportunity and efficiency gains

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university required (in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering or Statistics helpful).
• Two or more years of work experience in related field
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement applications using a programming language, especially PL/SQL or SAS
• Experience in supporting and interpreting reporting using Access or Business Intelligence tools (Hyperion Experience a plus)
• Experience in forecasting, optimization or data modeling
• Ability to handle dynamic workload, balancing short and long term projects
• Ability to interpret analytical results into meaningful business terms and translate business needs to programming and data modeling.

Preferred:

Master’s degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or Statistics preferred.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is the world's second largest cruise company, operating under Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises brands. These brands offer an array of onboard activities, services and amenities, including simulated surfing, swimming pools, sun decks, beauty salons, exercise and spa facilities, ice skating rinks, in-line skating, basketball courts, rock climbing walls, miniature golf courses, gaming facilities, lounges, bars, Las Vegas-style entertainment, cinemas and Royal Promenades, which include interior shopping, dining and an entertainment boulevard.

Once you click to apply below, it will take you 10-15 mins to complete our application, which will help us better qualify your candidacy. If you are being considered for this position you will hear back from us within the next 30-60 days. During this time, you can view your application status on our career site.

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RCL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.