Jr. Business & Data Analyst

Role: Jr. Business & Data Analyst

Company: Intellectt Inc

Location: Detroit, MI (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Interview Mode: Online interview

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Jr. Business & Data Analyst to join their team in Detroit, MI. This role focuses on analyzing complex business and operational processes, interpreting both structured and unstructured datasets, and translating technical data into clear, actionable business narratives. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and structured thinking capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to craft crisp, executive-ready presentations for cross-functional stakeholders within the automotive and manufacturing domains.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze complex operational and business processes to derive meaningful, data-driven insights.

• Ingest, structure, and evaluate quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities.

• Translate detailed analytical findings into compelling business narratives and concise 3–5 slide executive decks for leadership and project stakeholders.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and program teams to align data deliverables with dynamic business requirements.

• Build and maintain reporting dashboards, performance tracking models, and analytical frameworks.

• Continuendly adapt to shifting project scopes while maintaining rigorous attention to data accuracy and problem structuring.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field (MBA is a plus).

• 1–3 years of professional experience in business analysis, data analysis, or process evaluation.

• Prior exposure to or background within the automotive or manufacturing sectors preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, formulas, pivot tables) and PowerPoint (executive slide structuring and data visualization), with working knowledge of Word.

• Strong structured problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous business scenarios.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to present technical insights to diverse audiences.

• Familiarity with AI/GenAI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, or AI-driven analytics workflows) is a plus.

• Basic knowledge of Databricks, SQL, or data exploration platforms is desirable.

Pay Scale: $30/hr to $35/hr on W2

Benefits: Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.

Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.

Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws.