Data Analyst

Smithfield Foods; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Data Analyst for the Finance Data Analytics team in Suffolk, VA. You will maintain, improve, and build reporting capabilities across the business, delivering daily, weekly, and monthly reports and performing ad hoc analyses to provide actionable insights.

In this role you will partner with multiple functions to implement process improvements, develop dashboards in Power BI and other tools, and build automated data processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2+ years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to build models using advanced features of Excel.
• Experience with Power BI / Tableau and SAP Analysis for Office.
• Experience with relational databases like MS Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL.
• Experience with ETL tools such as Alteryx; programming in Python, R, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Function as analytics and reporting expert for assigned functions by executing standard reports and ad hoc queries.
• Develop reports, metrics, models, scorecards, and dashboards to drive business decisions.
• Publish daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time.
• Build reports/dashboards in Power BI, Analysis for Office, Bex, and other tools.
• Create automated processes using scripting tools (Power Automate, Alteryx, SQL, Python).
• Prepare SOPs and documentation for processes.
• Provide comprehensive analytical and fact-based reporting to support business initiatives.

Skills

Excel modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/CS/Data Analytics/Business Management or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

SAP Analysis for Office

BPC

Bex Query Designer

MS Access

MS SQL Server

MySQL

Alteryx

Python

R

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As a Data Analyst in the Finance Data Analytics department, you will be responsible for maintaining, improving, and building new reporting capabilities for cross-functional areas of the business. By developing a deep understanding of operational processes and needs, you will be responsible for implementing new reporting capabilities and using technology to deliver impactful reports. You will partner with teams in various functional areas of the business to implement process improvements that will streamline the efficiency and accuracy of the reporting process. You will be responsible to delivering daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time. You will also be involved in ad hoc analysis of large datasets to quickly provide insight into the business.

Core Responsibilities

• Function as an analytics and reporting expert for assigned functions by executing standard reports and, running / maintaining ad hoc queries.
• Participate in the development of reports, metrics, models, scorecards, and dashboards by gathering data and transforming it into stories and insights that drive business recommendations and decision-making.
• Publish daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time
• Build reports and dashboards in Microsoft Power BI, Analysis for Office, Bex, and other reporting tools
• Build automated processes using scripting tools (i.e. Power Automate, Alteryx, SQL, Python, etc.)
• Participate in hosted training sessions on how to use the various tools and reports created by the department
• Generate load files for various systems, maintaining system accuracy
• Communicate effectively with report stakeholders to ensure strong understanding of the methodology behind all calculations
• Perform ad hoc analysis using data from various systems and explain results of analysis to all levels of management
• Create SOPs and maintain documentation for processes
• Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve processes, increase data integrity, and provide quality customer service to our business partners.
• Provide comprehensive analytical and fact-based reporting to support and/or identify opportunities to impact operational results, make changes to processes, and support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting/Finance, Computer Science/Data Analytics, Business Management/Supply Chain or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Ability to build models using advanced features of Excel.
• Relevant experience in Finance, preferably within Supply Chain/Manufacturing/Operations at a CPG.
• Experience with Power BI / Tableau, Power Pivot, SAP, SAP Analysis for Office, BPC, Bex Query Designer or similar.
• Experience in analyzing data within relational database systems such as MS Access, MS SQL Server, and MySQL.
• Experience with ETL Tools such as Alteryx, Paxata, DataGuru or equivalent technologies, preferred.
• Experience in programming language(s) such as Python, R, Javascript, etc., preferred.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and business logic.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills with superb attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing and ambiguous environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Up to 10% travel required.

Salary Range

The expected pay range for this position is $60,000 - $87,500 annually.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package.

Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package Available No

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.