IMO Analyst Support

Company Profile

At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally-native, data-empowered solutions. Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.

Overview

We are seeking an IMO Analyst Support professional to join our team. This role involves providing analytical and operational support for the Independent Market Operator (IMO) functions, helping ensure effective market operations and data integrity. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to analyze market data, support system improvements, and provide timely reporting. This is a remote 4-5 month consulting engagement. All qualified candidates are required to reside in the United States and be authorized to work without visa sponsorship or visa transfers. Please note that we do not work C2C.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support IMO Program Manager through data analysis and reporting

•  Leverage Smartsheet Integration structure to deliver full program.

•  Assist in Steerco, board, cross functional and functional workstream alignment via presentation creation and project plan management

•  Socialize program structure, roles, governance for contractors managed under the IMO

•  Oversee multiple workstreams’ progress via dashboards to ensure progress toward stated goals

• In collaboration with IMO team, drive prioritization, optimization, and decisions on direction of IMO and resource allocation and manage risks

• Conduct data validation and reconciliation to maintain data accuracy and integrity

• Assist in the development and maintenance of market operation systems and tools

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to resolve operational issues

• Prepare and deliver periodic reports and presentations related to market operations

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and help implement solutions

• Participate in testing and implementation of new tools or system enhancements

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies related to market operations

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

• Experience in market operations, energy markets, or related industries preferred

• Ability to ensure integration alignment across all workstreams

• Extensive Smartsheet experience is preferred

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or similar

• Knowledge of market operation systems and software is a plus

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.