Local On-Site Business Analyst

UniFirst

Owensboro (KY)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Profit sharing

Health insurance

EAP

Life insurance

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Referral bonuses

Job summary

UniFirst in Owensboro, KY is seeking a Local On-Site Business Analyst to uncover opportunities within our distribution network and drive data-driven improvements. This role partners with Supply Chain, Finance, and IT to translate data into actionable plans.

You will build reports, perform root-cause analysis, and present recommendations to leadership. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong analytics, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Work Experience
Supply Chain/Distribution concentration preferred
Minimum two (2) years of experience in a Supply Chain or Distribution role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Microsoft Dynamics
Advanced in data analytics and visualization tools
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong time-management, and problem-solving skills
Interpersonal skills/comfortable in team-based setting
Strong Project Management Skills
True problem solver that possesses high initiative
Must be able to work across functional lines and with all levels in organization

Responsibilities

Provide analytics support to UniFirst’s Supply Chain distribution network functions to include Planning, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Distribution, Sales, and Finance.
Build reports and develop recommendations to help to optimize distribution network business operations and processes.
Prepare solutions to complex business problems by gathering relevant data and information to support financial and business objectives.
Provide reliable data to be used in analytical endorsements of distribution network initiatives that positively impact UniFirst’s bottom line and the customer experience.
Develop an understanding and knowledge of complex system requirements to offer innovative ideas, approaches, and solutions.
Perform root cause analysis, collaborating with team members to determine corrective action, and apply learnings to optimize processes and reduce costs.
Facilitate the development and implementation the distribution process by providing clear insights and strategic recommendations for process improvements.
Document current process and proposed industry best practices in alignment with the distribution network process owner and supply chain business leaders.
Provide impeccable customer service to both internal and external customers.
Communicate with clarity and provide positive leadership within the organization.

Skills

Data analytics

Visualization tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Work Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Job Description - Local On-Site Business Analyst (2603643)

Job Description

Local On-Site Business Analyst - ( 2603643 )

Description

Please note that this role requires candidates to be on-site at our location in Owensboro, KY.

The Distribution Business Analyst is a leader with data driven business acumen and a clear understanding of the UniFirst distribution network. This individual will be responsible for discovering hidden opportunities within the company and implementing strategies that positively impact the business’s functionality and profitability. On a given day, the distribution business analyst may conduct a review of a business practice model, observe individual employee or system activity, compile and organize technical and financial data, and research best practices and proven improvement methods. Then present their findings to leadership, along with calculated improvement suggestions and executable plans for company performance. Business analysts are the link between a company's technological capabilities and the achievement of the overall distribution network objectives and the company's strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will be able to communicate clearly with peers and cross-functional business partners. This position is a key central function that will drive change by developing measures and analytics that will be used throughout the enterprise using best practices. This position will support business growth by using data to formulate business strategies and ensure customer fulfillment.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Provide analytics support to UniFirst’s Supply Chain’s distribution network functions to include Planning, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Distribution, Sales, and Finance.
Build reports and develop recommendations to help to optimize distribution network business operations and processes.
Prepare solutions to complex business problems by gathering relevant data and information to support financial and business objectives.
Provide reliable data to be used in analytical endorsements of distribution network initiatives that positively impact UniFirst’s bottom line and the customer experience.
Develop an understanding and knowledge of complex system requirements to offer innovative ideas, approaches, and solutions.
Perform root cause analysis, collaborating with team members to determine corrective action, and apply learnings to optimize processes and reduce costs.
Facilitate the development and implementation the distribution process by providing clear insights and strategic recommendations for process improvements.
Document current process and proposed industry best practices in alignment with the distribution network process owner and supply chain business leaders.
Provide impeccable customer service to both internal and external customers.
Communicate with clarity and provide positive leadership within the organization.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Work Experience
Supply Chain/Distribution concentration preferred
Minimum two (2) years of experience in a Supply Chain or Distribution role
Apparel, consumer products, or industrial supply experience is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Microsoft Dynamics
Advanced in data analytics and visualization tools
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong time-management, and problem-solving skills
Interpersonal skills/comfortable in team-based setting
Strong Project Management Skills
True problem solver that possesses high initiative
Must be able to work across functional lines and with all levels in organization

401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.

Primary Location

Work Locations

: 100 - OWENSBORO, KY 2801 UniFirst Dr. Owensboro 42301

Organization

Job

: Information Technology

Employee Status

: Regular

Shift

: 1st Shift

Schedule

: Full-time