Remote Catering Business Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible location

Advanced analytics tools

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Catering Business Analyst to join a dynamic team, supporting operations potentially serving the Queenstown area. This fully remote role focuses on analyzing catering performance and developing data-driven strategies to boost efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction.

You will collaborate with management, operations, and sales teams to translate business needs into actionable insights, create dashboards, and drive strategic improvements

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the food service, hospitality, or catering industry.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, reporting software, and business intelligence platforms.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Statistics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze catering operational data, market trends, and financial performance to identify key business drivers and areas for optimization.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and present findings to senior management.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new catering initiatives and service enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define business requirements and implement process improvements.
• Research industry best practices and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Data analysis tools

BI platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Finance/Statistics

Tools

Reporting software

BI platforms

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and strategically minded Remote Catering Business Analyst to join their dynamic team, supporting operations potentially serving the Queenstown area. In this critical, fully remote role, you will be responsible for analyzing catering performance, identifying areas for improvement, and developing data-driven strategies to enhance efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction. You will work closely with management, operations, and sales teams to translate business needs into actionable insights and solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking analyst who thrives on optimizing complex business processes within the food service industry from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze catering operational data, market trends, and financial performance to identify key business drivers and areas for optimization.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and present findings to senior management.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new catering initiatives and service enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define business requirements and implement process improvements.
• Research industry best practices and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst , preferably within the food service, hospitality, or catering industry.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, reporting software, and business intelligence platforms.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Statistics, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary for a remote, strategic role.
• Flexibility to work from any location.
• Opportunity to significantly impact business strategy and operational efficiency.
• Access to advanced analytics tools and resources.
• Continuous professional development and exposure to diverse business challenges.