Job Description The Operational Excellence Sr. Business Analyst is responsible for supporting process improvement to optimize efficiency and the overall performance across the sales organization to align with Acosta's strategy and goals. This may include collaboration with cross functional teams to provide research, critical insights, data/systems analysis, and tools to understand business needs and inform key decisions as well as regularly communicating with all levels of management. Responsibilities <ul> <li>Technical Expertise: Leverages strong technical skills in MS Office Suite, Web Browsers, PowerBI, MS Access/SQL Server databases and has familiarity with Salesforce and Artificial Intelligence to support data analysis and process improvement efforts. </li> <li>Data Analysis: Analyzing raw data to extract meaningful information that can inform decision-making and drive strategic actions by effectively applying it to solve business challenges. </li> <li>Project Management & Delivery: Support delivery of projects/initiatives based on agreed-upon deliverables, timing, and costs through effective follow up and communication. </li> <li>Cross-functional Collaboration & Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process enhancements, deliver initiatives on time and on budget, and provide ongoing support for adoption and operationalization of tools/reports/process changes. </li> <li>Research: Conduct research on financial and operational data to provide supporting information or documentation for Sales Leadership.</li> <li>Process Improvement: Analyze and partner to optimize existing operational processes to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows. </li> <li>Communication: Regularly communicate findings, challenges, and recommendations with project delivery and ability to present complex concepts in concise, easy-to-understand terms. </li> <li>Ad Hoc Analysis: Perform ad hoc analysis to inform key decisions and drive continuous improvement.</li> <li>Perform other duties as required and/or assigned. </li></ul>Qualifications<ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related degree.</li> <li>4-7 years of experience</li> <li>CPG industry knowledge.</li> <li>Technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite, Web Browsers, PowerBI, MS Access/SQL Server databases, and familiarity with Salesforce and Artificial Intelligence.</li> <li>Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to execute and manage complex quantitative analysis. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications-Knowledge, Skills and Abilities <ul> <li>Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, presentation, and leadership skills.</li> <li>Ability to prioritize and simultaneously manage several projects/initiatives (small and large in scope) and potentially oversee a program.</li> <li>Strong ability to collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Divergent thinker with a growth mindset.</li> <li>Demonstrates high level of analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Effectively communicates internally as well as externally to clients/customers, especially across non-direct reporting lines. </li></ul> Work Environment and Physical Requirements The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Job may require moderate physical effort including lifting materials and equipment weighing less than 15 pounds. This position involves viewing a computer monitor for more than 30% of the time. Personal protective equipment may need to be worn. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

**DESCRIPTION** The Operational Excellence Sr. Business Analyst is responsible for supporting process improvement to optimize efficiency and the overall performance across the sales organization to align with Acostas strategy and goals. This may include collaboration with cross functional teams to provide research, critical insights, data/systems analysis, and tools to understand business needs and inform key decisions as well as regularly communicating with all levels of management. **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Technical Expertise: Leverages strong technical skills in MS Office Suite, Web Browsers, PowerBI, MS Access/SQL Server databases and has familiarity with Salesforce and Artificial Intelligence to support data analysis and process improvement efforts. + Data Analysis: Analyzing raw data to extract meaningful information that can inform decision-making and drive strategic actions by effectively applying it to solve business challenges. + Project Management & Delivery: Support delivery of projects/initiatives based on agreed-upon deliverables, timing, and costs through effective follow up and communication. + Cross-functional Collaboration & Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process enhancements, deliver initiatives on time and on budget, and provide ongoing support for adoption and operationalization of tools/reports/process changes. + Research: Conduct research on financial and operational data to provide supporting information or documentation for Sales Leadership. + Process Improvement: Analyze and partner to optimize existing operational processes to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows. + Communication: Regularly communicate findings, challenges, and recommendations with project delivery and ability to present complex concepts in concise, easy-to-understand terms. + Ad Hoc Analysis: Perform ad hoc analysis to inform key decisions and drive continuous improvement. + Perform other duties as required and/or assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS** + Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related degree. + 4-7 years of experience + CPG industry knowledge. + Technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite, Web Browsers, PowerBI, MS Access/SQL Server databases, and familiarity with Salesforce and Artificial Intelligence. + Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to execute and manage complex quantitative analysis. **Minimum Qualifications-Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, presentation, and leadership skills. + Ability to prioritize and simultaneously manage several projects/initiatives (small and large in scope) and potentially oversee a program. + Strong ability to collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams. + Divergent thinker with a growth mindset. + Demonstrates high level of analytical and problem-solving skills. + Effectively communicates internally as well as externally to clients/customers, especially across non-direct reporting lines. **Work Environment and Physical Requirements** The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Job may require moderate physical effort including lifting materials and equipment weighing less than 15 pounds. This position involves viewing a computer monitor for more than 30% of the time. Personal protective equipment may need to be worn. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions **ABOUT US** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Administration **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $72,600.00 - $90,800.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 2148

**DESCRIPTION** The Operational Excellence Business Analyst is responsible for supporting process improvement to optimize efficiency and the overall performance across the sales organization to align with Acostas strategy and goals. This may include collaboration with cross functional teams to provide research, critical insights, data and systems analysis, and tools to understand business needs and inform key decisions as well as regularly communicating with all levels of management. **RESPONSIBILITIES** + **Deliverables:** Execute repeatable tasks as assigned in an established cadence. + **Process Analysis** : Analyze existing operational processes to identify areas for improvement, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency. + **Data Analysis:** Use data-driven insights to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for optimization. + **Performance Metrics:** Develop and implement performance metrics to measure productivity and track progress. + **Business Growth:** Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth by identifying opportunities for process enhancements. + **Communication:** Regularly communicate findings and recommendations to management at all levels. + **Ad Hoc Analysis:** Perform ad hoc analysis to inform key decisions and drive continuous improvement. + **Research:** Research financial and operational data to provide supporting information or documentation for Sales Leadership. **QUALIFICATIONS** + Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience. + 3+ years of relevant professional experience and CPG industry knowledge and experience preferred. + Strong PC skills, including proficiency using MS Office, MS Outlook, Web Browsers, PowerBI, MS Access/SQL Server databases, and familiarity with Artificial Intelligence and Salesforce. + Able to prioritize and simultaneously manage several projects/initiatives (small and large in scope) and potentially oversee a program. + Divergent thinker displays a growth mindset. + Strong analytical abilities to dissect processes and identify improvement area + Strong ability to collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams. Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer _By submitting your application, you agree with and accept the Acosta Privacy Statement and Terms of Conditions._ US: http://acosta.jobs/privacy-policy-us/ Canada: http://acosta.jobs/privacy-policy-ca/ Acosta utilizes E-Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. If you want more information on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, please use the link provided to access information on our use of E-Verify and your right to work. Employer Resources (e-verify.gov) **ABOUT US** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Administration **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $52,200.00 - $65,200.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 468

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