Copy Of Business Analyst
Summary
A Business Unit Analyst supporting a specialty-vehicles business unit by conducting market research, running data queries, and building Excel/PowerPoint presentations and reports for executives, while also handling heavy administrative duties: calendar management, travel booking, meeting coordination, and event support.
The work location for this position is flexible.
The Business Unit Analyst will support the team in executing primary research for assigned projects, including data extraction and analysis, and providing strategic research insights and by providing administrative support which includes and not limited to travel planning, calendar organization, data storage and retrieval, and presentation preparation.
Job Responsibilities
• Develop charts, graphs and tables in Excel and Power Point; build a story from the data, crafting a powerful presentation that delivers the results and analysis of the research in a visual manner that can be presented to Executives and Board Members
• Run data queries
• Summarize research project findings in written report form, sometimes on tight deadlines, specifically tailored with the receiving audience in mind
• Provide industry information and data available through public forums
• Conduct monthly market share trading and trend analysis
• Perform applicable market research for information, industry trends, and events
• Coordinate and manage dealer salesperson incentive program
• Drive and coordinate complex events such as customer and dealer trade show events
• Remain actively involved in and support the Marketing department with the Business Unit’s social media applications
• Provide administrative support on marketing and/or sales programs, as assigned
• Coordinate business unit staff meetings including developing an agenda, preparing / coordinating the applicable content, reviewing information presented, and following-up on action items
• Manage the Business Unit President’s calendar including managing and resolving scheduling conflicts and providing required material ahead of scheduled meetings
• Maintain business action register and follow-up with responsible stakeholders
• Support the Specialty Vehicles team, as directed, through the preparation and organization of meetings and presentations
• Prepare and consolidate materials for Board of Directors meetings, Leadership Team events, and other gatherings, as assigned
• Organize meetings and exercise judgment and discretion in the handling of requests for appointments and/or calls
• Use Outlook to coordinate and schedule meetings, as deemed necessary by the executive
• Reserve meeting space and attendees’ time
• Provide a meeting objective and agenda, when possible
• Ensure all attendees are informed of any scheduling changes
• Provide action item lists and meeting summaries, as necessary
• Supply and set up audio-visual equipment and other essentials for meetings
• Use excellent written and oral communication skills, in a professional manner, throughout all levels of the organization and when interacting with visitors, customers, suppliers, etcetera
• Create and/or proofread documents, such as letters, memos, and emails
• Able to:
o Coordinate all travel arrangements for the executive, including air, ground, and hotel arrangements
o Some international travel arrangements will include preparations for the executive’s phone and laptop, research for visa / travel requirements, and applications for essential documents
• Prepare the necessary expense reports upon completion of the trips, in alignment with company travel policies
• Create presentations for a wide variety of audiences: all associates, Board of Directors, visitors, direct reports, and more. Organize and utilize creative abilities to develop professional presentations from outline material
• Work with other administrative personnel to implement lean thinking into the administrative aspect of our business
• Lead out, or assist, on projects as needed
• Process appropriate invoices
• Reconcile the department’s credit card statement
• Maintain appropriate subscriptions (as determined by the executive)
• Sort mail
• Create and maintain project sites and other information databases used by the executive
• Other tasks as assigned
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Media required
• Minimum of three years professional experience in market research or similar related field
• Contribute to the company’s business unit success by effectively coordinating with other members of the team
• Assist the team in increasing customer loyalty by delivering quality and timely services and products
• Must be willing to maintain confidentiality under varying circumstances
• Able to work in a highly organized manner with the proven and consistent capability of meeting tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively and exercise good judgment
• Power user on Microsoft office applications – high degree of skill with Microsoft PowerPoint including graphs, pictures, and audio/video content
• Business understanding / acumen
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written especially regarding creating impactful and insightful research presentations
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities while always delivering solid results with the appropriate level of urgency
• Articulate, energetic, creative, and positive
• Acute attention to detail
• Strong reading comprehension and grammar skills
• Comfortable working with minimal direction, on occasion
• Able to:
o Deal effectively with a variety of individuals at all organizational levels
o Organize and summarize data
o Prioritize assignments, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines
• Professional appearance and demeanor