Senior Product Data Analyst, CarOffer

Cargurus - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Dallas, TX

Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers

About the position

At CarGurus, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Analyst to join our Product team. This role is crucial in analyzing product performance, identifying market trends, and developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success. The Senior Product Analyst will leverage data-driven approaches to enhance our internal tools and dealer-facing web applications, contributing significantly to the success of our organization. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of our mission. The Senior Product Analyst will conduct in-depth analyses of product performance, focusing on both internal tools and dealer-facing web applications. This includes identifying strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement. Collaboration is key in this role, as the analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Engineering, and internal tooling stakeholders, to gather requirements and define KPIs for product success. Additionally, the analyst will collaborate with the Business Intelligence team to develop and maintain reporting dashboards and metrics that track product KPIs and measure the success of product initiatives. In this role, the Senior Product Analyst will provide insights and recommendations for product enhancements, feature prioritization, and go-to-market strategies based on thorough data-driven analysis. Conducting market research and competitive analysis will be essential to identify emerging trends, market opportunities, and competitive threats. The analyst will also support product roadmap planning and development by providing data-driven insights and recommendations to inform prioritization decisions. Clear communication of findings and insights to stakeholders through compelling presentations and reports will be a critical aspect of this position. Staying abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and customer preferences will inform product strategy and innovation, ensuring that CarGurus remains at the forefront of the automotive marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of product performance, including internal tools and dealer-facing web applications, to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Engineering, and internal tooling stakeholders, to gather requirements and define KPIs for product success.
• Collaborate with Business Intelligence to develop and maintain reporting dashboards and metrics to track product KPIs and measure the success of product initiatives.
• Provide insights and recommendations for product enhancements, feature prioritization, and go-to-market strategies based on data-driven analysis.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, market opportunities, and competitive threats.
• Work with product managers to support product roadmap planning and development by providing data-driven insights and recommendations to inform prioritization decisions.
• Communicate findings and insights to stakeholders through clear and compelling presentations and reports.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and customer preferences to inform product strategy and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Computer Science, or a mathematics-forward field; Master's degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in product analysis, market research, or related roles within the tech industry.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, such as Excel, SQL, and statistical software.
• Experience with Tableau or similar data visualization tools for exploratory analysis and presenting findings.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Experience with product management methodologies and frameworks (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of collaborating cross-functionally and driving product-related initiatives.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving business priorities.

Benefits

• Equity for all employees, both upon starting and as they continue to grow with the company.
• Career development and corporate giving programs.
• Employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities to help build connections.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Robust time off policies to encourage work-life balance and individual well-being.
• Daily free lunch.
• New car discount.
• Access to meditation and fitness apps.
• Commuting cost coverage.