We are looking for a detail-oriented Business Operations Analyst to join our team in Scotts Valley, California. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing operational data to uncover opportunities for improved efficiency and scalability. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring data accuracy across various systems.
Responsibilities:
• Develop, maintain, and refine dashboards and performance metrics to monitor key operational areas such as throughput, cycle time, yield, and inventory turns.
• Analyze complex datasets to provide actionable insights to both leadership and frontline teams.
• Identify inefficiencies in workflows and lead root cause analyses to support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with departments including Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance to align on business goals.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to drive continuous improvement projects.
• Provide analytical support for capacity planning, demand forecasting, and sales and operations planning (S& OP).
• Design business cases, scenario models, and data-driven recommendations to assist leadership in decision-making.
• Contribute to defining standards for operational metrics and enhancing data governance practices.
• Improve analytics processes and promote data discipline within the organization.
• Lead or support initiatives aimed at enhancing processes, systems, and facilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Analytics, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain.
• Proven ability to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful insights.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• 4+ years of experience in operations analysis, manufacturing analytics, or business analytics.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and experience with BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, or advanced data modeling techniques.
• Preferred qualifications include Lean Six Sigma certification and experience in high-mix/low-volume manufacturing environments.
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