Data Analyst

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The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As a Data Analyst in the Finance Data Analytics department, you will be responsible for maintaining, improving, and building new reporting capabilities for cross-functional areas of the business. By developing a deep understanding of operational processes and needs, you will be responsible for implementing new reporting capabilities and using technology to deliver impactful reports. You will partner with teams in various functional areas of the business to implement process improvements that will streamline the efficiency and accuracy of the reporting process. You will be responsible to delivering daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time. You will also be involved in ad hoc analysis of large datasets to quickly provide insight into the business.

Core Responsibilities

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Function as an analytics and reporting expert for assigned functions by executing standard reports and, running / maintaining ad hoc queries. 

• Participate in the development of reports, metrics, models, scorecards, and dashboards by gathering data and transforming it into stories and insights that drive business recommendations and decision-making. 

• Publish daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time

• Build reports and dashboards in Microsoft Power BI, Analysis for Office, Bex, and other reporting tools

• Build automated processes using scripting tools (i.e. Power Automate, Alteryx, SQL, Python, etc.)

• Participate in hosted training sessions on how to use the various tools and reports created by the department

• Generate load files for various systems, maintaining system accuracy

• Communicate effectively with report stakeholders to ensure strong understanding of the methodology behind all calculations

• Perform ad hoc analysis using data from various systems and explain results of analysis to all levels of management

• Create SOPs and maintain documentation for processes

• Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve processes, increase data integrity, and provide quality customer service to our business partners. 

• Provide comprehensive analytical and fact-based reporting to support and/or identify opportunities to impact operational results, make changes to processes, and support strategic initiatives. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting/Finance, Computer Science/Data Analytics, Business Management/Supply Chain or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• Ability to build models using advanced features of Excel.

• Relevant experience in Finance, preferably within Supply Chain/Manufacturing/Operations at a CPG.

• Experience with Power BI / Tableau, Power Pivot, SAP, SAP Analysis for Office, BPC, Bex Query Designer or similar.

• Experience in analyzing data within relational database systems such as MS Access, MS SQL Server, and MySQL.

• Experience with ETL Tools such as Alteryx, Paxata, DataGuru or equivalent technologies, preferred.

• Experience in programming language(s) such as Python, R, Javascript, etc., preferred.

• Ability to quickly learn new technology and business logic.

• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills with superb attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing and ambiguous environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

• Up to 10% travel required.

Salary Range

EEO/AA Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.