Business Analyst - Business Analyst III

Job#: 3027349

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: BUSINESS ANALYST III

DURATION: 39 WEEKS

LOCATION: ONSITE IN NORTH READING MA

PAY RATE: $44 - $54 HOURLY

Job Description: Job Description

Support development of dashboards, reporting tools, and AI-enabled process workflows that drive team efficiency and decision-making. Working cross-functionally with product managers, sourcing, planning, product, and engineering teams to enable supply chain initiatives. A successful candidate will combine foundational supply chain knowledge with strong data and analytics capabilities, contributing to operational execution.

Key Job Responsibilities

-Design, build, and maintain operational dashboards and reports using Excel, Amazon Quick, and other BI tools to support team visibility into supply chain KPIs (e.g., lead time, cost, supplier readiness, shortage tracking)

-Execute and optimize AI-enabled process workflows, identifying opportunities to automate repetitive tasks, standardize reporting templates, and improve team throughput through tooling enhancements

-Support cross-functional supply chain teams executing programs, serving as a resource for communicating supply chain status, decisions, and implications of program changes across sourcing, planning, logistics, engineering, and finance stakeholders

-Contribute to cost reduction roadmaps and lead time optimization efforts by tracking total cost of ownership metrics and maintaining transparent, consistent reporting on progress

-Support root cause analysis, post-launch design change coordination (ECOs), and continuous process improvement efforts to sustain operational excellence across the product lifecycle

Basic Qualifications

-Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or related field

-1+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or a data/analytics-adjacent role

-Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data modeling) and at least one BI or reporting tool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

-Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources into clear, actionable outputs

-Demonstrated ability to build dashboards, trackers, or reporting tools used by cross-functional stakeholders

-Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to present data clearly to non-technical audiences

-Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Preferred Qualifications

-Experience with AI workflow tools, automation platforms, or process optimization

-3+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or a data/analytics-adjacent role

-Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Python, or equivalent) with the ability to apply the right approach to the complexity of the problem

-Familiarity with supply chain concepts including lead time management, cost reduction, and supplier performance tracking

-Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) or PLM tools (Agile)

-Background in robotics, electromechanical systems, or technology-intensive supply chains

-Experience supporting NPI or GA supply chain programs in a cross-functional environment

-Demonstrated ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions

-Strong attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.