IT Business Analyst - Career Foundation Program

Smithfield Foods; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Career Foundation Program Associate - IT Business Analyst to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of business and technology. You will collaborate with Corporate and Field functions, IT leaders, and project teams to deliver technology solutions, document processes, and support enterprise-wide initiatives.

You will learn through function-specific rotations, partner with managers and mentors, and contribute to efficiency, cost savings, and system improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or currently enrolled with anticipated graduation prior to start date
• Strong interest in technology, manufacturing processes, and business analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with project management or ERP systems a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High level of professionalism and ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Travel up to 10% of the time, with periodic overnight travel required
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements and system process flows
• Translate business needs into functional IT specifications for manufacturing and engineering projects
• Review current business processes to identify automation opportunities and efficiency improvements
• Recommend innovative uses of existing software functionality to reduce manual effort
• Assist in the functional configuration, modification, and testing of designated systems
• Support the design, testing, and implementation of changes, enhancements, and upgrades
• Troubleshoot manufacturing applications and interfaces, proposing fixes as appropriate
• Help prioritize system issues and maintain systems to support evolving business needs
• Serve as a liaison between Manufacturing, Engineering, IT Plant Systems, Finance, HR, etc. and other IT teams
• Assist implementation teams in deploying new systems and operational processes
• Develop and support training materials for end-users and management during deployments
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, and Security teams to plan site infrastructure for new equipment and processes
• Travel to implementation sites, as needed, to assist with deployment and training
• Develop and maintain knowledge of new technology and innovation in the Manufacturing and Automation space
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, including onboarding acquisitions, cost-saving projects, and system standardization efforts

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems/Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP familiarity

ERP systems

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Career Foundation Program Associate - IT Business Analyst to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of business and technology. You will collaborate with Corporate and Field functions, IT leaders, and project teams to deliver technology solutions, document processes, and support enterprise-wide initiatives.

You will learn through function-specific rotations, partner with managers and mentors, and contribute to efficiency, cost savings, and system improvements