Business Analyst - Strategy

The Strategy Analyst will be responsible for supporting strategic planning and other top priority Advanced Nutrients initiatives.They will identify, research, and evaluate threats and opportunities to our long-term growth plan. The Strategy Analyst will conduct fact-based and data-driven research to develop business cases and strategic options based on industry insights, competitor developments, internal capabilities, and financial models. The individual will develop analytical models and executive presentations that influence our long-term growth plans and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the strategic planning process by developing and maintaining processes, timelines, collecting and synthesizing materials, and organizing executive reviews; and with support of their manager, draft strategic planning timelines, communications, and objectives and coordinate with cross-functional teams to develop the plan
• Deliver forward-looking market models and analysis to evaluate and monitor growth drivers, barriers, and opportunities, implications to the business, and recommended course of action
• With support of manager, develop approach, scope, work plan, and conduct analysis to evaluate new internal and external opportunities and threats to industry and business
• Evaluate market developments and potential competitor moves across all aspects of business (from operations to commercial execution), implications to industry and business, and recommended response
• As the company undertakes new initiatives, work closely the business and support functions to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the work and make certain it meets operational objectives
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Experience

• BA/BS in business, Finance/Accounting, Economics or related field. Masters/MBA preferred.
• Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) or Strategy Consulting preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in strategic project or market analysis roles like corporate strategy development or 2+ years of management consulting experience with a track record of expanding responsibilities/roles
• Possess a demonstrated ability to manage moderate to large datasets, interact with business intelligence systems and data visualization platforms
• Strategic and analytical thinker, with the ability to look into the details and interpret the impact of key industry drivers ; Superior problem solving and decision-making skills ; Strong business acumen, coupled with strategic analysis experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including sharing ideas and information across diverse audiences and producing high-quality deliverables in order to drive business decisions; Confident and able to be influential and assertive
• Excellent time management, project planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and make ongoing decisions; Proven ability to break down complex problems into manageable goals
• Strong results orientation with ability to consistently meet commitments and deadlines for him/herself and those of his/her team; High levels of energy and resiliency
• High level of integrity and professional judgment, with the ability to effectively manage highly sensitive, confidential information
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint