manufacturing business analyst

Schneider Electric

<div>Job Description:
<div>Join a fast-paced, transformational team supporting the Titan Transformation Program and the deployment of SAP across manufacturing plants in North America. As a <b>Senior Manufacturing Quality Business Analyst</b>, you will lead manufacturing business transformation efforts by guiding the transition from legacy systems to a future-state SAP solution, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and value creation for the Global Supply Chain. You will partner closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure end-to-end manufacturing processes are fully supported as part of Schneider Electric&rsquo;s digital transformation across the North America Market.</div><div>
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Travel required up to fifty percent within the North America market.</b></div></div><div>
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Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Project Engagement</b></div><div><ul><li>
Lead the identification and documentation of manufacturing business requirements and develop the customer story backlog for SAP.</li><li>
Serve as a change agent by supporting the Product Owner in resolving gaps between legacy enterprise resource planning systems and future-state SAP solutions.</li><li>
Manage the transfer of SAP knowledge to key users, data owners, and local site leadership.</li><li>
Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify, understand, and prioritize business needs.</li><li>
Capture user feedback and identify opportunities for enhancements to existing system functionality.</li><li>
Lead and actively participate in stakeholder workshops.</li><li>
Create and validate end-to-end manufacturing process flows for plant operations.</li><li>
Contribute to the localization and development of project documentation, including training materials and test scripts.</li><li>
Maintain accountability for site readiness, including planning, training, audit support, and go-live preparation.</li><li>
Act as the business representative for the transformation program, with deep understanding of current manufacturing processes and systems.</li></ul><div><b>
Site Engagement</b></div><ul><li>
Maintain accountability for business transformation outcomes, solution decisions, data accuracy, and organizational change management.</li><li>
Participate in and support end user training activities.</li><li>
Hold key users and data owners accountable for assigned project deliverables.</li><li>
Lead the participation of key users and project team members in solution and user acceptance testing.</li></ul><div><b>
Working Conditions</b></div><ul><li>
Operate in an environment with tight deadlines and multiple competing priorities, requiring decisive and timely decision making.</li><li>
Demonstrate flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, across multiple time zones when required by project deadlines.</li><li>
Work independently and effectively in a dynamic, high-performance environment.</li><li>
Manage responsibilities and collaborate with stakeholders in a remote working environment.</li></ul></div>
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Preferred Qualifications and Skills</b></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Administration is required.</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing or industrial operations and end-to-end business processes across multiple production sites.</li><li>
Strong data analysis and analytical problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Proven change management, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.</li><li>
Documented history of delivering measurable results in complex environments.</li><li>
Strong leadership and team management skills.</li><li>
Ability to balance workload while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.</li><li>
Excellent listening, negotiation, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Strong aptitude for learning and working with new information technology systems.</li><li>
Ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural and cross-functional environment.</li><li>
Three to five years of professional experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.</li></ul><div>
We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.<br>
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</div><div><b>What's in it for me?</b> Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more.<br>
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<b>You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Let us learn about you! Apply today.</b></div></div><br>
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(External) English Company Boiler Plate:<div></div><p><b><br>
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?</b></p><p>
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values &ndash; Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork &ndash; starts with us.</p><p>
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.</p><p>
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.</p><p>
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric &ndash; apply today!</p><p>
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+13% organic growth<br>
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries<br>
#1 on the Global 100 World&rsquo;s most sustainable corporations</p><div></div><div><br>
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
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Senior Manufacturing Quality Business Analyst

Austin Powder

<div><p><b>Business Analyst - Manufacturing</b></p><p><b>
Overview</b></p><p>
This role sits at the intersection of finance and operations, owning the accuracy and transparency of product costing and manufacturing performance across the business. This individual will act as a key partner to finance and operations teams, developing and maintaining robust product costing models, analyzing manufacturing performance, and delivering actionable insights to improve margins.</p><p>
The successful candidate will be a hands-on analyst who understands how to translate operational activity into financial outcomes. He/she will help the organization gain a deeper understanding of product costs, manufacturing variances, and plant-level profitability, while supporting more accurate forecasting and decision-making. Additionally, the analyst will play a key role in developing dashboards that enhance financial fluency and highlight priority areas for improvement. This role will require regular interaction with plant operations, providing direct visibility into manufacturing processes and cost drivers.</p><p>
This individual will exhibit strong curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance costing accuracy, streamline processes, and unlock margin across the business.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities and Duties</b></p><ul><li>
Serve as a business partner to finance, operations, and plant leadership teams</li><li>
Identify cost savings opportunities and support implementation of improvement initiatives</li><li>
Leverage analytics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities</li><li>
Provide cost-based recommendations for pricing decisions through detailed cost and margin analysis</li><li>
Analyze customer and product line sales and profitability to highlight trends, margin performance, and strategic opportunities for growth, supporting commercial and operational decision‑making</li><li>
Provide clear performance insights by breaking down results into price, volume, mix, inflation, and productivity drivers, ensuring leadership understands the underlying levers impacting outcomes</li><li>
Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and provide clear explanations of drivers</li><li>
Track manufacturing KPIs including OEE, cost per unit, inventory turns</li><li>
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to improve visibility into manufacturing performance</li><li>
Partner in forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning</li><li>
Build product and plant profitability analysis</li><li>
Support capital investment analysis including ROI and payback modeling</li><li>
Participate in process improvement initiatives within finance and operations</li><li>
Assist in system enhancements related to costing, ERP, and reporting tools</li><li>
Prepare and present analysis to finance and operational leadership</li><li>
Lead or support high-impact special projects as assigned</li><li>
Act as a financial translator between finance and operations to drive better decision-making</li><li>
Assisting with scenario planning and ad hoc financial analysis</li><li>
This is an office-based role with limited remote flexibility, and travel may be required</li></ul><p><b><i>
Education and Experience
</i></b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.</li><li>
2&ndash;5+ years of experience in finance, cost accounting, or business analysis</li><li>
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with exposure to plant operations preferred</li><li>
Demonstrated progressive responsibility throughout career, with increasing scope and impact</li><li>
Strong understanding of standard costing and manufacturing finance concepts</li><li>
Advanced Excel skills with ability to analyze large datasets and build models, proficient in PowerPoint</li><li>
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)</li><li>
Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools preferred</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Ability to translate data into actionable insights</li><li>
Strong communication skills with ability to partner across functions and influence without authority</li></ul><p><b><i>
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities</i></b></p><ul><li>
Focuses on delivering measurable cost improvements and operational insights</li><li>
Maintains strong attention to detail while meeting deadlines</li><li>
Analytical &amp; Data-Driven
</li><li>Translates complex data into clear, actionable recommendations</li><li>
Uses data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities</li><li>
Business Partnership
</li><li>Builds strong relationships with operations and finance teams</li><li>
Works collaboratively to drive improvements and influence outcomes</li><li>
Continuous Improvement Mindset
</li><li>Proactively identifies process inefficiencies and opportunities for optimization</li><li>
Supports automation and standardization of reporting and analysis</li><li>
Technology &amp; Tools
</li><li>Leverages analytics, dashboards, and automation tools to improve decision-making</li><li>
Enhances data visibility and accessibility across the business</li><li>
Clear Communication
</li><li>Presents financial insights in a clear and concise manner</li><li>
Communicates effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders</li><li>
Key Personal Attributes
</li><li>Curious and inquisitive, always seeking deeper insights</li><li>
Detail-oriented with strong ownership of work</li><li>
Driven to improve processes and outcomes</li><li>
Strong work ethic with a hands-on approach</li><li>
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude</li><li>
Proactive and action-oriented with a sense of urgency</li><li>
Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Self-starter with a desire to learn and grow</li></ul><p><b>
What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)
</b></p><ul><li>Establish clear visibility into manufacturing variances with actionable insights understood by both finance and operations</li><li>
Developed dashboards and reporting tools that are actively used by plant and finance leadership to drive decisions</li><li>
Identified and supported measurable cost savings and efficiency improvement initiatives</li><li>
Strengthened alignment between finance and operations through regular engagement and data-driven discussions</li><li>
Provided meaningful input into pricing decisions through accurate cost and margin analysis</li><li>
Enhanced forecasting accuracy by incorporating operational drivers and cost trends</li><li>
Streamlined and automated manual reporting processes to improve efficiency and scalability</li></ul><p><b>
Work Environment and Physical Demands</b></p><ul><li>
Occasionally travel as business needs arise.</li><li>
Physical demands include sitting for extended periods of time while frequently typing, viewing computer screens and use of mouse/keyboard.</li><li>
Operation of office equipment to include but not limited to telephones, printers, copiers, and scanners.</li><li>
Repetitive motion of data entry, hand, finger wrist motion and dexterity.</li><li>
May include filing and handling paperwork may involve reaching, grasping, or bending.</li><li>
Will require walking and standing during the office hours.</li><li>
Good vision for reading and screen use.</li><li>
Clear verbal communication and active listening, often over the phone or video calls.</li></ul><p><b>
Location</b></p><ul><li>
Beachwood, OH</li><li>
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am &ndash; 5pm ET. Currently, operating under a hybrid schedule with in-office days M-T-W and remote on Thursday and Friday. The hybrid schedule is subject</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>AUSTIN POWDER's Mission</b></p><p>
To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.</p><p><b>
AUSTIN POWDER's Vision</b></p><p>
We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.</p><p><b>
AUSTIN POWDER's Values</b></p><p>
Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.</p><p>
This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is a unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture.</p><p>
Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.</p></div><p></p>

Business Analyst - Manufacturing

Haworth, Inc

Join the Future of Workspace Innovation at Haworth
<br>Are you ready to shape the future of how people work, live, and thrive? At Haworth, we're not just creating furniture, we're revolutionizing the way the world interacts with spaces. As a global pioneer in workspace design since 1948, we've been pushing boundaries and redefining possibilities for over seven decades.
<br>We're looking for visionaries like you to help write the next chapter of our story.
<br>Discover more here !
<br>We are currently looking for a IT Business Analyst to join our team in Holland, MI. Job Overview
<br>This IT Business Analyst will support Haworth’s manufacturing and quality applications within the Operational Excellence team, partnering closely with manufacturing team members, leaders, and super users to define and evolve solutions that advance manufacturing processes and systems. This role serves as a key liaison between IT and business units, translating operational needs into clear technical requirements while contributing to the evaluation of new applications and IT initiatives, and recommending system enhancements and alternatives. Job Responsibilities
<br>Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements for IT projects and enhancements, ensuring clarity, completeness, and traceability.
<br>Develop detailed functional design documents, outlining system functionality, data flows, and user interfaces to meet defined business requirements.
<br>Work closely with developers to ensure proper implementation of functional designs and with testers to define test cases and ensure quality.
<br>Develop training materials and deliver training to business users on new systems or enhancements.
<br>Stay informed about relevant technology trends and best practices in business analysis and system implementation.
<br>Contribute to IT project teams, providing business analysis expertise, and collaborating with project managers to ensure successful project delivery.
<br>Analyze existing business processes and recommend improvements that can be facilitated by technology solutions. Understand all tools the company currently employs across all functions.
<br>Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
<br>Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
<br>Performs other duties within scope as assigned. Required Qualifications
<br><b>Education:</b> Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Operations Management or similar relevant field of study
<br><b>Education Equivalency:</b> Associate's Degree plus 2 years related experience OR 4 years related experience if no post-secondary education
<br><b>Work Experience:</b> 2+ years of IT or systems-related experience required, with experience in one or more of the following preferred: ERP systems, manufacturing or quality engineering, continuous improvement, helpdesk/end-user support, or manufacturing super-user roles.
<br>Ability to understand and translate end‑user experience and business needs into system or process requirements.
<br>Ability to participate in a rotating on‑call schedule (approximately one week per month).
<br>Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
<br>Applicants must be able to work in Holland, MI without relocation assistance.
<br>Applicants must possess an unrestricted right to work in the US to be eligible for this position.
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Military Equivalency at www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military Preferred Qualifications
<br>Experience with core manufacturing concepts and metrics, including bills of materials (BOM), routings, work centers, manufacturing lines, OEE, scrap and rework processing, and quality notification systems within ERP or MES environments.
<br>Experience working as a Business Analyst in a manufacturing environment, with a strong preference for hands on, operations‑focused roles
<br>Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems, along with MES, quality, and/or engineering applications
<br>Experience supporting shop floor applications, manufacturing equipment, or production related systems
<br>Skilled at translating manufacturing and business needs into clear, actionable functional and technical requirements
<br>Comfortable working in environments with process variability across plants and a willingness to learn how work is performed on the production floor
<br>Experience using ticketing or service management systems to support live production applications
<br>Ability to remain calm under pressure, prioritize effectively, and respond to urgent production issues while maintaining focus on continuous improvement
<br>Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams and levels of the organization
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Design your future with Haworth
<br>Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Haworth is a family owned global powerhouse at the forefront of innovation and sustainable design in the workspace interiors industry. Here, you'll have access to state of the art resources, collaborate with cross functional teams of passionate innovators, and experience a blend of global reach with personal growth opportunities. Whether you're developing new manufacturing processes, implementing smart factory solutions, or designing tomorrow's workspace solutions, you'll be empowered to make a lasting impact while growing your career.
<br>We believe in the power of collaboration and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Your hard work, dedication, and talent are the foundation of our success and enable us to build meaningful connections with our customers and each other.
<br>At Haworth, members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment:
<br><b>20 Days Paid Time Off:</b> Plus, the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
<br><b>Health Benefits:</b> Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, and Vision Insurance.
<br><b>401k Match:</b> Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match up to 7%.
<br><b>Insurance Coverage:</b> Company-provided Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
<br><b>On-Site Gym:</b> Well-equipped gym, open 24/7.
<br>Annual Bonus Programs
<br>Tuition Reimbursement
<br>Volunteer Time Off
<br>Parental Leave
<br>Pet Insurance
<br>Zero Waste to Landfill
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IT Business Analyst (Manufacturing & Quality Applications)

Daramic

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2>
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For over 85 years, <b>Daramic, LLC</b> has been the global leader in developing innovative technology for the lead-acid battery market. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, we supply high-performance polyethylene and phenolic resin battery separators to the lead-acid and flow battery industries, as well as advanced moisture management membranes for the building sector.</p>
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The <b>Enterprise Application Business Analyst</b> plays a key role in translating business needs into scalable application solutions that enable data-driven decisions and operational excellence.</p>
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Reporting Relationships</b></h2>
<ul><li> Reports to the <b>Enterprise Application Manager</b> (with dotted line to business process owners as needed)</li></ul>
<ul><li> Partners with product owners, application architects, developers, data engineers, and managed service providers</li></ul>
<ul><li> Works cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Commercial, HR, and IT Security</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Role Overview</b></h2>
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The <b>Enterprise Application Business Analyst</b> is responsible for eliciting and documenting requirements, optimizing end-to-end business processes, and ensuring that enterprise applications&mdash;such as ERP, MES, quality, and analytics platforms&mdash;deliver measurable business value. This role owns the functional design, backlog grooming, and UAT coordination for enhancements and projects, and serves as a trusted liaison between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams.</p>
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The ideal candidate combines strong process expertise (manufacturing/supply chain/finance), excellent communication skills, and hands-on experience shaping solutions in complex, global environments.</p>
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Key Responsibilities</b></h2>
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<ul><li> Facilitate discovery sessions, interviews, and workshops to capture business objectives, pain points, and KPIs.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Document current-state processes and define future-state designs that improve quality, throughput, and cost.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Translate requirements into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and functional specifications.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Define data requirements, master data impacts, and controls to ensure integrity and compliance.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Quantify expected benefits and success metrics for each initiative.</li></ul>
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Application Functional Ownership</b></h3>
<ul><li> Serve as the functional SME for enterprise applications (e.g., <b>ERP&mdash;Microsoft AX/Dynamics</b>, MES, Quality/LIMS, PLM, CPQ, CRM, and analytics).</li></ul>
<ul><li> Partner with solution architects to design scalable configurations, integrations, and extensions.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Maintain product backlogs, prioritize enhancements, and manage release scope in alignment with roadmaps.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Support configuration, prototyping, fit-gap analysis, and documentation of solution designs.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Coordinate and execute system/regression testing and <b>UAT</b> with business stakeholders; manage defect triage to closure.</li></ul>
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Project &amp; Change Delivery</b></h3>
<ul><li> Support project planning, estimating, and risk management for application initiatives.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Prepare user training materials and deliver enablement sessions for new capabilities and process changes.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ensure adherence to <b>ITIL/SDLC</b> processes for change, incident, and problem management.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Track adoption and benefits realization post-go-live; recommend iterative improvements.</li></ul>
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Data, Reporting &amp; Controls</b></h3>
<ul><li> Partner with data teams to define semantic models, KPIs, and analytics that align with business goals.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Validate data quality, reconciliations, and lineage across systems; propose remediation as needed.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory requirements across processes and data.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Contribute to standard operating procedures, governance, and audit-readiness documentation.</li></ul>
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Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Management</b></h3>
<ul><li> Collaborate with software vendors and service partners to evaluate solutions, estimates, and delivery quality.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Support statement-of-work creation, review deliverables, and monitor service levels.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Build trusted relationships with business leaders; act as a proactive advisor on process and technology options.</li></ul>
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Candidate Profile</b></h2>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education &amp; Certifications</b></h3>
<ul><li> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Systems, Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).</li></ul>
<ul><li> Desired certifications: <b>CBAP/CCBA (IIBA)</b>, <b>PMI-PBA</b>, <b>ITIL Foundation</b>, ERP/MES vendor certifications.</li></ul>
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Experience</b></h3>
<ul><li> 3&ndash;5+ years of business analysis experience with enterprise applications in multi-site or global environments.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Hands-on experience with <b>ERP (Microsoft AX/Dynamics or similar)</b> and at least one adjacent domain (MES, Quality, Planning, Finance, or CRM).</li></ul>
<ul><li> Proven track record leading requirements, process redesign, and UAT for medium-to-large projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Experience working in or supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations with 24/7 uptime requirements.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Familiarity with integration patterns, APIs, and data models; ability to partner effectively with technical teams.</li></ul><p>
The Enterprise Application Business Analyst role at Daramic, LLC, a global leader in battery technology, is responsible for converting business requirements into effective application solutions. This role is crucial for enabling data-driven decisions and ensuring operational excellence across the company.</p>
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This position reports to the Enterprise Application Manager and collaborates with various teams, including product owners, application architects, developers, and data engineers. It also requires cross-functional work with departments such as Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Commercial, HR, and IT Security. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving improvements and efficiencies through strategic application of technology.</p></div>

Enterprise Application Business Analyst

Belden

<div><p><b>Date: </b>Apr 13, 2026
</p><p><b>Location:</b> Carson, CA, US, 90746
</p><p><b>Company: </b>Belden Inc
</p><div><div><b>Innovation Starts With You</b></div><div><br>
Propel your career at Belden, where innovation creates possibilities&mdash;for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. We connect people, information, and ideas to solve the world&rsquo;s most complex connectivity challenges, turning curiosity into meaningful impact. Here, you&rsquo;ll take on work that challenges you, supports your growth, and empowers you to shape what&rsquo;s next. You&rsquo;ll collaborate with global teams, gain diverse perspectives, and contribute to solutions that extend beyond our business&mdash;creating value in the world around us.</div><br>
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Together, we are shaping the future of digitization and paving the way for the next generation of innovation.</div><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary:</b><br>
We are seeking a motivated Financial Analyst to support our manufacturing operations at the Carson Plant. This role provides financial planning, analysis, and reporting to guide strategic decision-making and improve operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance, and will work onsite with cross-functional teams.</p><br>
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Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for manufacturing operations, including production costs, overhead, and capital expenditures.</li>
<li>Analyze manufacturing costs, identify drivers, and recommend cost reduction and efficiency improvements.</li>
<li>Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to support operational decisions.</li>
<li>Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams to provide financial guidance and support initiatives.</li>
<li>Conduct variance analysis, evaluate capital investments, and support ad-hoc financial modeling and reporting projects.</li></ul><br>
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Required Skills and Experience:</b></p>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.</li>
<li>3+ years of financial analysis experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and their application in manufacturing.</li>
<li>Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling; advanced Excel skills.</li>
<li>Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and financial reporting tools.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><br>
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Preferred Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>Experience with business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau).</li>
<li>Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.</li></ul><br>
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Applicants can expect a base compensation range of $75,000 - 105,000 annually, plus benefits and additional incentives based on the level of the role. This is the reasonable estimate that Belden believes it might pay for this job based on applicable circumstances at the time of posting. Belden may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law, and commensurate with the applicant&rsquo;s experience, qualifications, and geographical location.</i></p><br>
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Belden also offers hybrid and remote work practices where feasible and provides employees with benefits that could include health/dental/vision, long term/short term disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, paid leave for volunteer work in your community, training opportunities, professional talent management and succession planning, corporate health well-being initiatives and a work culture which includes commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability!</i></p><br>
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Financial Analyst (Manufacturing)

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research

<div><div><i>This position requires eligibility to access controlled unclassified information (CUI) and export controlled data, and candidates must meet applicable federal requirements, including U.S. person status where required.</i><br>
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<b>The Pay, Perks, &amp; Benefits
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<ul><li>Salary is competitive and will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, market benchmarks, and internal equity.</li><li>Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with employer match
</li><li>Generous time off, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year
</li><li>Paid holidays, including a two week paid winter break
</li><li>Anthem PPO and HSA health plans, with excellent dental options
</li><li>Employer paid life insurance
</li></ul></div><div><b>How You Will Help the Team</b><br>
As the Financial Analyst, Manufacturing, you will serve as a trusted financial partner to Manufacturing Advancement leadership, providing timely, accurate, and actionable insights that support both daily operations and long‑term strategy. This role plays a critical part in strengthening cost transparency, improving forecasting accuracy, and supporting revenue and proposal planning across manufacturing, grant‑funded, and contract‑based programs.<br>
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Working closely with operational leaders and the Finance team, you will evaluate financial risks and opportunities, support disciplined cost accounting practices, and translate financial data into insights that drive confident decision‑making.<br>
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<b>You&rsquo;ll do this by:</b><br>
<ul><li>Build and maintain financial models to support forecasting, variance analysis, and estimate‑at‑completion efforts</li><li>Provide cost accounting support for manufacturing operations, including product costing, inventory valuation, and profitability analysis</li><li>Support budgeting, revenue planning, and proposal development through accurate cost estimates and financial inputs</li><li>Prepare clear and concise variance and performance reports that translate financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Partner with Finance and operational leaders to ensure appropriate cost attribution, internal controls, and continuous process improvement</li></ul></div><div><b>
Your Knowledge &amp; Expertise</b><br>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field</li><li>At least five (5) years of experience in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, or program/project financial management</li><li>Strong expertise in cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis</li><li>Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, including expert level Excel proficiency</li><li>Experience with financial ERP systems and manufacturing or operational finance environments</li><li>CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification preferred</li><li>Ability to clearly communicate financial concepts to both financial and non financial stakeholders
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<b>What Makes Work Here Different</b><br>
Manufacturing Advancement operates at the intersection of advanced manufacturing, workforce innovation, and applied research. This role is embedded directly within operations, giving you a front row seat to how financial insight shapes real world manufacturing outcomes. You&rsquo;ll work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, transparency, and flexibility &mdash; with eligibility for flex location and flex hours arrangements.<br>
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<b>Equal Opportunity Employer</b><br>
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</div></div>

Manufacturing Financial Analyst (Onsite)

Celestica

<div><p>Req ID: 132662<br>
Region: Americas<br>
Country: USA<br>
State/Province: Texas<br>
City: Richardson</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Summary</b></h2>
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The Senior Specialist, IT Business Analysis, will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business objectives and technology solutions, analyzing processes, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement within our manufacturing and supply chain operations. This role will facilitate requirements gathering sessions with business users to define and document current state business processes, pain points with existing processes and map out the desired to-be state. This facilitation may be held in-person by visiting one of Celestica&rsquo;s manufacturing facilities or conducted virtually. Business requirements then need to be mapped to technical requirements to help identify one or more potential solutions enabled by technology. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of both business, supply chain, finance and manufacturing processes along with IT solutions.</p>
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Detailed Description</b></h2>
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Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:</p>
<ul><li>Requirements Gathering: Facilitate workshops with business stakeholders to elicit and document the as-is process and map out the desired to be process, and prioritize requirements for process enhancements, technology implementations, and operational changes.</li>
<li>Process Evaluation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate existing business processes, identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for automation or improvement.</li>
<li>Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing /operations and supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.</li>
<li>Solution Design: Translate business requirements into functional and non-functional technical specifications, proposing technological solutions, workflows, and process modifications that align with manufacturing or supply chain objectives.</li>
<li>Project Coordination: In certain cases, support the implementation of process improvements and technology solutions by coordinating project activities, tracking milestones, and ensuring timely completion. For those small to intermediate projects, follow a structured project lifecycle, including tracking the project scope, schedule, resources, quality, costs and change requests.</li>
<li>Change Management: In collaboration with, or under the guidance of the Celestica business excellence (organization change management) team, facilitate a smooth transitions during process improvements and technology implementations via effective communication and training to all impacted stakeholders</li>
<li>Prioritization: Collaborate with business teams to prioritize requirements and demands for small to medium sized initiatives</li>
<li>Collaboration: Foster effective communication and collaboration between business stakeholders, IT teams, and business subject matter expert personnel to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes</li>
<li>Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for ongoing process optimization, suggesting enhancements and innovations to drive operational excellence.</li>
<li>Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies applicable to Celestica's business (ex. manufacturing ,supply chain, engineering design, finance, sales, HR) and best practices to bring innovative ideas and solutions to the table</li>
<li>Provide regular and accurate reports to stakeholders as appropriate</li>
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</div><div><ul><li>Experience in supply chain management processes</li>
<li>Proficiency in data analysis, utilizing tools such as Excel, SQL, other data visualization software with the ability to interpret and and analyze data to find insights, skills with BI tools to mine data for process improvement</li>
<li>Familiarity with manufacturing and Supply Chain related software, ERP systems, and process automation tools.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills to facilitate and elicit requirements with effective collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>Supply chain experience, knowledge of supplier networks, logistics, procurement and global supply chain to identify bottlenecks and provide solutions</li>
<li>Problem-solving aptitude with the ability to dissect complex issues and propose practical solutions.</li>
<li>Project management skills to coordinate and execute process improvement initiatives.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.</li>
<li>Detail-oriented, analytical mindset, and a passion for driving operational efficiency.</li>
<li>Ability to support IT projects. Defines, documents and carries out small / medium projects</li>
<li>($200K, 6 months), actively participating in all phases. Effectively manages projects with 5 to 10 team members.</li>
<li>Experienced in managing project deliverables of at least 1 third party vendor</li>
<li>Ability to effectively work within a team environment and or independently</li>
<li>Understanding of finance, supply chain and manufacturing terms and concepts.</li>
<li>Organized and able to meet deadlines
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Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.<br>
Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.</p>
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Typical Experience</b></h2>
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Proven experience (6 - 8 years) as a Business Analyst, preferably within a manufacturing sector.<br>
Experience in manufacturing and production processes, equipment and technologies.<br>
Project management experience would be considered an asset.</p>
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Typical Education</b></h2>
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University degree in one of the following: Computer Science, Business Administration, Commerce</p>
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Notes</b></h2>
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This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.</p></div></div></div><p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.<br>
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.<br>
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p><br>
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COMPANY OVERVIEW:<br>
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development &ndash; from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.</p><br>
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Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.<br>
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.</p>
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This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.</p></div>

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