Marketing Business Analyst

Socket.dev; North Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

401(k) Plan

Robust Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays (13 fixed)

Job summary

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. in North Mankato, MN is seeking a Marketing Business Analyst to join the Technical Product Line Braking team. You will analyze market trends, manage data-driven marketing activities, and support pricing, portfolio planning, and communications across functions.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, SAP/MM and SAP/FI proficiency, advanced Excel, and Power BI. Travel is limited; the office environment is collaborative with strong leadership exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years in marketing, business analysis, finance, product management, or related function.
• Experience with SAP MM, SAP FI, Excel, and Power BI.
• Strong analytical, data presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to organize, interpret, and communicate large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Support product marketing activities across the product lifecycle, including portfolio management, pricing, positioning, performance analysis and planning.
• Conduct market studies related to demand planning, quotations, forecasting, and business case development.
• Analyze customer, market and competitive trends to identify opportunities and guide decisions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Sales and Marketing to align objectives.
• Develop databases, dashboards, and reports to support business analysis and decision making.
• Create presentations that clearly communicate data and recommendations to management.
• Participate in weekly management reviews with the Head of Marketing Off-Highway in Germany.
• Support marketing communications and special projects as assigned.
• Drive data-based recommendations to improve portfolio results.

Skills

SAP MM

SAP FI

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Analytical thinking

Data presentation

Communication skills

Cross-functional collab

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Finance, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Req ID 90946 | North Mankato, MN, United StatesZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc.

About the Team

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. designs and manufactures hydraulic and electrohydraulic components, controls, and brake systems for off-highway machines.

The Marketing Business Analyst is part of the Technical Product Line Braking team within Product Management and Marketing. This team is responsible for the strategic and operational management of hydraulic and pneumatic braking products, including portfolio planning, pricing, market positioning, profitability, and customer value propositions. The role supports data-driven decision making through market intelligence, business analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

What you can look forward to as Marketing Business Analyst:

• Support product marketing activities throughout the product life cycle, including portfolio management, pricing, positioning, performance analysis, and planning.
• Conduct market and business studies related to demand planning, customer quotations, forecasting, and business case development.
• Analyze customer, market, and competitive trends to identify opportunities and support strategic decisions.
• Partner with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Sales, and Marketing teams to align business objectives and product strategies.
• Develop and maintain databases, spreadsheets, dashboards, and reports to support business analysis.
• Create effective presentations that communicate complex data and recommendations to management.
• Participate in weekly management reviews with the Head of Marketing Off-Highway in Germany.
• Support marketing communications activities and special projects as assigned.
• Drive data-based recommendations to improve business performance and product portfolio results.

Your Profile as Marketing Business Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in marketing, business analysis, finance, product management, or a related function.
• Experience with SAP MM, SAP FI, and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills and Power BI.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data presentation capabilities.
• Ability to organize, interpret, and communicate large volumes of data effectively.
• Familiarity with the Industrial Off-Highway market, customers, and competitors preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively across functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Available for limited travel (up to two times per year).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, AND in the future.

The expected base compensation for this role is $75,000 - $87,900 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

What we have to offer at ZF in North Mankato:

• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Robust Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays (13 fixed holidays)
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

About North Mankato:

North Mankato combines small-town charm with modern amenities, a strong economy, vibrant arts scene, and recreational options. Located near Minneapolis/St. Paul, it offers excellent livability and quality of life.

Contact

Gabriela Palacio

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran