At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's Imagine a better way together.

This individual will prepare and manage complex datasets used in print production and kit campaigns. The Data Specialist is an integral part of the team who will be responsible for understanding the business objectives and ensuring the datasets are transformed and can be leveraged for office and production purposes. This position requires a partnership with a mix of diverse business partners such as Client Services, Print Production, Kitting, Fulfillment and your own Data Specialist teammates to define data needed to produce the necessary deliverables.

• Transform complex and large datasets accurately into an operational format that can be used in conjunction with existing tools.
• Collect business requirements from Sales, Project Management, and Production.
• Collect and process customer project files and information, including PDF’s, Excel Documents, Text Files, and MIS / ERP System Data.
• Analyze Structured and Un-Structured Data for consistency and production readiness.
• Extract, transform, and load business data for standard and Ad Hoc analysis, reports, and documents.
• Develop and plan to ensure a high level of information accuracy and quality for all facets of the job, including change control and validations.

• College degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, and or equivalent experience.
• Must have expert (3-5+ years) of Microsoft Excel experience, including advanced applications of Macros, Functions, Pivots, and Data Connection.

Preferred Qualifications of Position:
• Experience with PowerQuery and PowerPivot preferred.
• Some experience with Relational Databases (SQL Server) and Business Intelligence Tools is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, team skills and capacity to communicate within all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with firm deadlines.
• Ability to work with ambiguity, identify and create solutions with minimal guidance.
• Ability to read and understand oral/written instructions.
• Ability to write clear concise technical instructions in job ticket for all areas of production.
• Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
• Occasional walking
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work
• Frequent Sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Travel: N/A
• Chemicals: N/A
• Ability to lift, push and pull: N/A

The national pay range for this role is listed above. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.