Business Analyst (f / m / d)

Stryker Corporation; Heidelberg; Vor Ort; Vertraulich; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Business Analyst in Heidelberg to optimize processes in Plant Maintenance and Production Planning. Responsibilities include applying data analytics to identify inefficiencies and ensuring alignment with business requirements. Ideal candidates have a degree in Business or Engineering and experience with SAP systems. Attractive benefits and up to 50% remote work within Germany are offered.

Leistungen

Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working

30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days

Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus

Multiple learning & development options

Company fitness room and sports classes

Discounted meals in the canteen

Qualifikationen

• 1–3 years of experience in business analysis, process improvement, or data-driven roles.
• Interest and knowledge in SAP systems, ideally S/4HANA.
• Very good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Aufgaben

• Support the analysis, design, and improvement of processes in Plant Maintenance and Production Planning.
• Apply data mining and analytics to detect process inefficiencies.
• Contribute to training and knowledge-sharing activities.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

University degree in Business Administration, Engineering

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Data mining tools (e.g., Celonis)

Jobbeschreibung

For our Global Business Process Excellence team we are looking for a Business Analyst (f / m / d) .

As a Business Analyst, you will support the Global Process Owners (GPOs) with the analysis, design, and improvement of processes in Plant Maintenance (PM) and Production Planning (Produce-to-Stock), with a strong focus on inventory management and optimization.

You will contribute to identifying and addressing inefficiencies in stock processes, applying data mining and analytics to uncover patterns, support decision-making, and propose actionable improvements. With a background in SAP and an interest in process optimization, you will help ensure that inventory and production processes are aligned with business requirements and optimized for cost efficiency and reliability.

This position is located in Heidelberg and you will directly report to the Head of Procurement Business Transformation.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

Close collaboration with the Global Process Owners and group departments (Competence Center Cement, Digital)

Support the development of efficient business processes and policies by providing data-driven insights and identifying optimization opportunities.

Apply data mining and analytics to detect process inefficiencies, monitor KPIs, and propose improvements for inventory optimization, plant maintenance and production planning.

Assist in aligning business needs with SAP S / 4HANA functionality and contribute to process harmonization across systems.

Support testing, validation, and rollout of process-related solutions and software tools.

Contribute to training and knowledge-sharing activities to support end users in adopting new processes and tools.

Prepare business cases, solution proposals, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Participate in cross-functional meetings and workshops, facilitating discussions between business and IT.

Willingness to travel to business offices as appropriate and as necessary.

YOUR PROFILE

Education / Qualification

University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field

1–3 years of experience in business analysis, process improvement, or data-driven roles

Interest and knowledge in SAP systems (ECC, ideally S / 4HANA; experience with PM and PP modules is a plus)

Familiarity with data mining / data analytics tools (e.g., Celonis) and curiosity for new technologies

Business Competence

Solid understanding of inventory management and / or production processes, ideally in a manufacturing or cement industry context

Very good verbal and written communication skills in English

Good analytical and technical problem-solving skills

• Soft skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration abilities
  • Experience in an international working environment
  • Very good presentation skills
• Management Skills
  • Focus on results, control and process efficiency
  • Fast and consistent implementation of decisions
  • Self-drive
• Leadership Skills
  • Internal & external motivation
  • Goal orientation

Communication

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact across teams and cultures

OUR OFFER

We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as :

Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany

30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days

Attractive compensation with profit share / bonus , Christmas, and vacation payment

Multiple learning & development options : support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs

JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms

Company fitness room , various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns

Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)

Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks

Canteen with discounted and healthy meals

Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car

• ... and much more.