Sr Business Analyst Strategy- Supply Chain (Remote/Virtual)

US Foods; Illinois; Remote; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Business Analyst, where you will lead analytical projects and support strategic initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to conduct complex analyses, develop impactful recommendations, and present findings to executive audiences. Work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. (excluding Hawaii), while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business innovation. With a focus on problem-solving and communication, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of the organization. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience 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

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Presentation Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

SQL

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

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 remote, meaning the work can be completed from anywhere in the United States except Hawaii or U.S. Territories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Analytics and Solution Development: Conduct complex root cause analysis on obscure business problems, synthesizing insights and developing clear and concise recommendations.
2. Communications: Develop and deliver executive-focused presentations as needed.
3. Project Leadership: Own project deliverables, timelines, and success criteria, collaborating with internal analytics partners, business stakeholders, and management.
4. Field Enablement: Develop trainings, standard operating processes, and tracking capabilities to enable leaders to execute corporate initiatives.
5. Department Support: Provide analytical and project support for various strategy initiatives, handling both consistent and ad-hoc requests.

Travel: Available for occasional travel as required (approximately 10%).

Qualifications

Education / Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related quantitative field required.

Related Experience

• 4+ years of successful experience in analytical and project management roles.
• Experience with top-tier strategy consultancy or corporate strategy preferred.
• Industry experience in distribution, retail, CPG, or related fields preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proven ability to develop strategies for complex business problems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills, including experience with data frameworks, disparate systems, and analytical insights.
• Motivated to build consensus, lead work streams, and drive project progress.
• Excellent communication skills, able to interface with all organizational levels.
• Strong presentation skills, comfortable presenting to senior management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and SQL (a plus).

This role offers an annual incentive plan bonus.

Benefits may include health insurance, pre-tax accounts, retirement plans, paid time off, disability insurance, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. For details, visit: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

Compensation depends on experience, education, skills, location, and other factors, with an expected base salary range of $75,000 - $120,000.

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