Operations Business Analyst

POSITION OBJECTIVE

To deliver data-driven insights that enhance supply chain efficiency, support manufacturing excellence, and enable smarter planning, sourcing, purchasing, and inventory decisions that drive operational excellence.

Principal Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings and process improvement.
• Support production planning by analyzing forecasted demand and aligning procurement material with manufacturing schedules.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for inventory, supplier performance, lead time, and capacity utilization.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to ensure material availability and optimize inventory levels.
• Assist in evaluating supplier delivery performance, cost trends, and risk exposure.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to support decision-making and drive operational visibility.
• Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving supply chain efficiency and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize ERP and advanced analytics tools to automate reporting and streamline supply chain processes.
• Support cost modeling, make-buy analysis, and scenario planning to inform sourcing and production strategies
• Lead and support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects
• Help digitize supply chain processes (e.g., implementing automated tracking)
• Act as a business key user and liaison during ERP implementation or upgrades
• Ensure manufacturing modules (BOMs, routings, work orders) align with supply chain data
• Perform UAT (user acceptance testing) and train team members
  
  

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Analytical mindset – to interpret data, identify trends, and support cost modeling and scenario planning.
• Detail-oriented – ensures accuracy in KPIs, forecasts, BOMs, and ERP data.
• Collaborative – able to work cross-functionally with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Process-oriented – focused on improving systems through automation, lean, and digitization.
• Proactive communicator – comfortable presenting insights, training others, and leading cross-functional efforts.
• Adaptable and tech-savvy – able to act as a business key user and support ERP changes or upgrades.
• High ethical standards and integrity – demonstrates discretion and trustworthiness when handling confidential or sensitive supply chain, financial, or vendor data.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, or Information Systems (with supply chain or manufacturing focus)
• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or Analytics is a plus but not required
• Minimum of 3 years in a supply chain, operations, or manufacturing analyst role
• Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools for reporting and dashboarding
• High level of knowledge related to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects
• KPI development and monitoring
• Strong knowledge in inventory management principles (e.g., EOQ, safety stock)
  
  

Life at Epiroc:

We are Epiroc, a leading productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries. By joining Epiroc, you can expect an atmosphere of creativity and innovation, 'Dare to Think New.' With innovative technology, we develop and produce innovative drill rigs, rock excavation, and construction tools. The company was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, and has passionate people supporting and collaborating with customers in more than 150 countries.

Employment at Epiroc Drilling Solutions LLC is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager, or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. The signature of this document serves as an acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc Drilling Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future.  Learn more at www.epiroc.com