Job Description
Job Description
PECO Pallet is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Data Analyst to join our Finance & Analytics team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in transforming raw data into actionable insights, driving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making across the company. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing reporting and analytical solutions that empower our operational business units. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative problem-solver with a strong technical skillset and a passion for data storytelling.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES :
- Design, develop, and deliver robust reports and analytical tools using Alteryx, Excel, and Power BI Desktop to provide insights into operational performance
- Leverage analytical tools and data to identify business problems, propose solutions, and measure impact
- Build custom analytical packages for evaluating the business
- Explore data to look for meaningful insights and patterns to confirm hypotheses
- Act as a change agent, promoting and supporting the adoption of new internally developed tools and reports within operational teams
- Participate in Lean activities to provide analytical support to strategic initiatives
JOB-RELATED COMPETENCIES :
Analytical Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving acumen to find patterns and insights within structured and unstructured data with a creative approach to solving business challengesProven ability to integrate disparate data sources and tools into a cohesive analytical frameworkAbility to leverage, acquire, and integrate quantitative approaches as needed to increase the effectiveness of target solutionsCOMMUNICATION SKILLS :
Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and compelling narratives for diverse audiences through presentations and written reportsCollaborate effectively with stakeholders from various departments, participating in video conference meetings, communicating insights via email, and delivering impactful PowerPoint presentationsAdapt interpersonal style and communication methods to connect with stakeholders across a wide variety of backgroundsTIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently in a remote settingEffective at prioritizing and organizing time across planned workload, special tasks, and unexpected requests; setting expectations as appropriate to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within established time frameStrong and persistent follow-up skills to accomplish tasks requiring cross-functional team participationAdaptability and comfort with a fast-paced, continuously evolving business environmentTECHNICAL COMPETENCIES :
Experienced in writing complex SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server to extract, transform, and load data from the company's Data WarehouseDemonstrated expertise in Alteryx, Excel (advanced functions and pivot tables; VBA and Power Query a plus), and Power BI DesktopSolid understanding of Data Warehouse conceptsExperience in dealing with both structured and unstructured dataEDUCATION / OTHER :
Bachelor's degree (Business, Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related quantitative field preferred)3+ years of experience in a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar role, with a strong focus on finance and operational reportingAbility to travel (up to 20%)Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently in a remote settingMaintains strict confidentiality, high integrity, and high reliability