Sr. Business Analyst Strategy (Remote / Virtual)

US Foods; Illinois; Remote; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to lead analytical and project support for strategic initiatives. This role involves conducting complex analytics, presenting recommendations to executives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You'll be responsible for developing strategies to solve intricate business challenges and managing project deliverables in a dynamic environment. The position is remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the U.S. (excluding Hawaii and territories). If you have a strong analytical mindset and a passion for driving strategic progress, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 4+ years in analytical and project management roles.
• Experience with top-tier strategy consultancy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex root cause analysis on business problems.
• Develop and deliver executive-focused presentations.
• Own project deliverables and timelines.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Data Analysis

Consensus Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

SQL

Job description

The Senior Business Analyst, Strategy, is responsible for leading analytical and project support for strategy initiatives. This includes conducting focused and complex analytics, summarizing recommendations and presenting to executive audiences, drafting and managing project plans, engaging with cross-functional teams, and supporting the rollout and execution of strategy initiatives. Projects will include general internal strategy consulting and Design for the Future (adjacent business innovation) support.

This position is virtual / remote which means the work can be completed from anywhere in the United States except Hawaii or United States Territories.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., OPT, F-1, H-1B visa status). Candidates who require sponsorship and are not eligible to work in the United States are not eligible to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analytics and Solution Development : Conduct complex root cause analysis on obscure business problems, synthesizing insights and developing clear and concise recommendations
• Communications : Develop and deliver executive-focused presentations on an as-needed basis.
• Project leadership : Own project deliverables, timeline, and success criteria, in collaboration with internal analytics partners, business stakeholders, and management
• Field enablement : Develop trainings, standard operating processes, and tracking capabilities to enable leaders in the field to execute against corporate initiatives
• Department Support : Provide analytical and project support for a variety of strategy initiatives, in a fluid environment, with a combination of consistent and ad-hoc requests and needs

Travel

• Available for occasional travel as business requires (approximately 10%)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Training :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business / Engineering or related quantitative field required
• Related Experience
• 4+ years demonstrated successful experience in analytical and project management roles
• Prefer work experience includes time with a top-tier strategy consultancy or corporate strategy function
• Prior distribution, retail, CPG, or related industry experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

• Proven track record in development of strategies to solve complex business problems.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and technical aptitude.
• Experience creating / structuring a data framework and pulling data from an array of disparate systems to generate analytical insights.
• Experience in gathering, organizing and reporting various information and data, with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, completeness, responsiveness and accountability.
• Demonstrated motivation to build consensus, lead work streams, and drive progress on assigned projects.
• Clear, concise communicator able to interface with all levels of the organization.
• Strong written and oral presentation skills, including comfort presenting to senior management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Access (or equivalent analytical software); SQL a plus.

The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. In Colorado, the expected compensation for this role is between $85,100.00 and $113,400.00. In New York, the expected compensation for this role is between $80,300.00 to $126,300.00. In California and Washington, the expected compensation for this role is between $90,000.00 and $120,000.00. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus. Other benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here : .

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