Product Strategy Analyst III

AAR Corp; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company/6%

Generous paid time off

Professional development and career-op

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking a Product Strategy Analyst III at its Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart in Chicago in early 2027.

This entry-level role supports the Distribution division by delivering foundational data analysis, reporting, and financial evaluation to inform business decisions. You will develop analytical and business acumen through hands-on execution of analyses and recurring reporting, collaborating with senior analysts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0–2 years of experience in analytics, finance, operations, or related role (internship experience acceptable).
• Exposure to data tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Domo preferred.
• Interest in analytics, pricing, forecasting, or strategy within a Distribution or supply chain environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structured data analysis to identify basic trends and patterns.
• Execute data cleaning and transformation tasks with established methodologies.
• Maintain and update recurring reports and dashboards using existing templates.
• Develop familiarity with Distribution KPIs and metric definitions.
• Complete foundational training in core Distribution systems and tools (e.g., IMOPS, IFS, Concourse, Paarts Store, Domo, SQL, Power BI).
• Apply newly learned technical skills to small, well-defined analytical tasks.
• Follow data structuring and governance frameworks; validate data accuracy before analysis.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with a learning mindset.
• Produce clear documentation, meeting notes, and basic analysis summaries.
• Provide task-level time estimates and escalate timelines when needed.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Financial literacy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Curiosity / learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, Economics, Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Domo

IMOPS

IFS

Concourse

Paarts Store

Job description

About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Description

The Product Strategy Analyst III is an entry-level analytical role that supports the Distribution division by delivering foundational data analysis, reporting, and financial evaluation to inform business decisions. This role focuses on building core analytical, technical, and business acumen through hands‑on execution of structured analyses and recurring reporting. The PSA III works closely with senior analysts and cross‑functional stakeholders to develop skills in analytical modeling and data systems while contributing reliable, accurate analytical outputs.

This position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.

What you will be responsible for:

• Perform structured data analysis to identify basic trends and patterns to summarize findings clearly and accurately.
• Execute data cleaning and transformation tasks using established methodologies with partial oversight.
• Maintain and update recurring reports and dashboards using existing templates to ensure data accuracy, formatting, and consistency.
• Develop familiarity with common Distribution KPIs and metric definitions and apply them consistently in reporting and analysis.
• Complete foundational training in core Distribution systems and tools (e.g., IMOPS, IFS, Concourse, Paarts Store, Domo, SQL, Power BI).
• Apply newly learned technical skills to small, well‑defined analytical or reporting tasks.
• Follow established data structuring and governance frameworks; validate data accuracy and completeness prior to use in analysis.
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings and projects with a learning mindset; ask clarifying questions to understand business context and objectives.
• Produce clear documentation, meeting notes, and basic analysis summaries with minimal guidance.
• Provide task‑level time estimates for assigned work; recognize when timelines or scope may be unrealistic and escalation appropriately.

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Strong analytical aptitude with the ability to work with data in a structured, detail-oriented manner
• Foundational understanding of financial concepts and business metrics
• Ability to follow established processes while building technical and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new systems, tools, and business concepts
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field required.
• 0–2 years of experience in an analytics, finance, operations, or related role (internship experience acceptable).
• Exposure to data tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Domo preferred.
• Experience working with structured datasets or reporting environments preferred.
• Interest in analytics, pricing, forecasting, or strategy within a Distribution or supply chain environment preferred.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 to $70,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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Schedule

Full-time

Overtime Status

Exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.