Business Analyst

EFESO Management Consultants - Americas; Montreal; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EFESO Management Consultants is seeking a Business Analyst to join our Americas practice. You will collaborate with consulting teams and clients to design and execute operational improvements across manufacturing sectors, applying Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methods.

This full-time role is remote with weekly travel to Montreal. You will build analyses, present findings to senior stakeholders, and help translate strategy into measurable performance gains for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field required.
• 2+ years consulting or manufacturing/industrial engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI & Tableau experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis and market research to support recommendations.
• Build and maintain client relationships, guiding critical decisions.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables from scoping to presentation.
• Stay current with manufacturing trends like automation and sustainability.

Skills

Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis

Client Management

Project Management

Industry Expertise

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Tableau

MS Office

Job description

EFESO Management Consultants is a global leader in operations strategy and performance improvement. We work closely with clients across a broad range of industries to deliver real results tailored to their unique needs. Our end-to-end services integrate industrial AI, digital solutions, sustainability, people development, transactions and turnaround, R&D and product profitability, cost and value engineering, manufacturing, procurement and supply chain. We drive transformation through 1,500 projects annually in over 75 countries. Powered by deep industry knowledge and a commitment to lasting impact, EFESO works closely with global brands, mid-sized companies, and private equity to build resilience and future ready operations.

EFESO Americas operates across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil, translating EFESO’s global expertise into locally executed, results-driven solutions. With teams on the ground throughout the Americas and direct access to EFESO’s worldwide capabilities, EFESO Americas delivers practical, execution-focused support tailored to regional market dynamics and client needs—helping organizations achieve measurable, sustainable results from strategy through implementation. www.efeso.com/americas.

EFESO. Real results, Together

Role:

The Business Analyst role requires working collaboratively with consulting teams and clients to design and execute operational and performance improvement projects of varying size and complexity across multiple industries. This role will apply improvement principles, processes, and tools to drive financial and operational results for our clients and long-term operational improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis: Perform data analysis, and market research to support recommendations and investment theses. Synthesize complex information into clear, concise, and compelling presentations and reports for senior stakeholders.
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering high-quality, actionable insights. Serve as a trusted advisor, guiding them through critical business decisions.
• Project Management: Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables from initial scoping to final presentation, ensuring projects are completed on time and exceed client expectations.
• Industry Expertise: Stay abreast of key trends, technologies, and challenges within the manufacturing sector (e.g., reshoring, automation, sustainability, supply chain resilience) to provide relevant and forward-thinking advice

Requirements

Education:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, or related fields; MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years Consulting or Industry experience; consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering
• Experience with Continuous Improvement Tools, such as Kaisen, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Strong analytical skills. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and P&L.
• Ability to effectively design, gain alignment and successfully execute significant change initiatives from project start to finish.
• Problem Solving & Analysis: Utilize structured problem-solving methods, prioritize effectively, ensure high-quality analysis through targeted data gathering and proficient execution.
• Consulting & Communication Skills: Master consulting tools (MS Office), gain expertise in additional IT applications, communicate clearly using horizontal/vertical logic.
• Experience with Power BI and Tableau
• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, escalation issues appropriately, and keep information confidential is critical to this position.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Maintain a professional presence with fluent proficiency; excel in meeting participation and presentations.
• Demonstrated strong business acumen
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Type of role: Full-Time - Remote/Requires weekly travel to Montreal
• Client environments: may require standing and/or walking for long periods
• Location: Job opportunities open to living in Montreal or travel to Montreal weekly.
• Relocation: Not offered at this time
• Background check and Drug testing requirements per client
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role.

Compensation: The wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At EFESO, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: EFESO Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Other Employment Statements: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role. EFESO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs/practices, consistent with applicable law.