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Aston Carter is hiring: Business Analyst in Kalamazoo

Aston Carter, Kalamazoo, MI, United States


Job Title: Business Analyst

Job Description

The Business Analyst will join our procurement team, working within Panjiva to perform data mining and create key market reports to support data-driven purchasing decisions. This role involves connecting Excel to our company's ERP system, analyzing data, and directing the IS team to create dashboards from scratch, ensuring accurate data usage. The Business Analyst will manage monthly costs, including budgets and inventory, and utilize Power BI for data-driven performance and forecasting. While primarily supporting Kalamazoo, there may be global reporting duties, requiring responses to market data inquiries from locations in Denver City, TX, England, and Singapore.

Responsibilities
  • Perform data mining and create key market reports to support procurement decisions.
  • Connect Excel to the company's ERP system and analyze data.
  • Direct the IS team in creating accurate dashboards from scratch.
  • Manage monthly costs, including budgets and inventory.
  • Utilize Power BI for data-driven performance and forecasting.
  • Support procurement activities primarily in Kalamazoo, with potential global reporting duties.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with Power BI for database building.
  • SQL database experience.
  • Experience with ERP systems, particularly Panjiva and Infor M3.
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Experience with supply chain software.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in the food and ingredients industry.
  • Ability to formalize and define the new role within the company.
Work Environment

The Business Analyst will report to the Procurement Risk Manager and collaborate with a team of about 10 others, primarily buyers. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Employees receive 5 days of PTO and 6 standard holidays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $43.27
•Medical, dental & vision
•Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
•401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
•Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
•Short and long-term disability
•Health Spending Account (HSA)
•Transportation benefits
•Employee Assistance Program
•Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Kalamazoo,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 11, 2024.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.