Business Analyst Job Opening
Business Analyst Job Description
Are you an innovator whose number savvy with a hunger to continuously learn more and hone your skills? Whether you’re a recent college graduate or an experienced professional in the field, Ginsberg’s Foods has an exciting new opportunity for you!
The Business Analyst, under the general supervision of the Director of IT & Support, supports and manages company and departmental initiatives related to (1) analysis, (2) project management, and (3) process formalization. This role will also assist in identifying opportunities to improve or automate reports and workflows, analyzing business data to inform decision-making, and assisting with a variety of IT-related projects.
“Being a part of the IT team here at Ginsberg’s has been a continuous learning process in the best way possible! Plus, I love the gratification of knowing you’re a vital part of the team by assisting other teammates.” – Current Ginsberg’s Foods IT Employee
Weekly Work Schedule
- Monday thru Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. The Business Analyst is an on-site position in Hudson, NY so you must be willing to commute to the office five days per week for your application to be considered.
Business Analyst Job Salary
- Salary ranges from $60,000 – $65,000 annually based on level of experience.
Essential Analyst Job Requirements:
Analysis:
- Creates project-based and ad hoc reporting and analysis to support departmental operations and overall business objectives.
- Supports the development, tracking, and analysis of budgets, metrics, forecasts, and other financial tools as needed.
- Demonstrates and maintains proficiency with Business Intelligence tools to communicate data effectively and support others in doing the same.
- Using complex business logic, clearly interprets findings and effectively communicates them to employees across all levels of the organization.
Project Management:
- Identifies opportunities to create efficiencies, automate reporting and enhance data insights; assists in related implementation efforts.
- Facilitates the planning, communication, execution, and documentation of IT-related projects
- Collaborates with external vendors and contractors as necessary to ensure project success.
- Maintains project tracking systems, documentation, and follow-up processes.
- Implements improvements in data processing, workflow, training, and documentation.
- Assists with and coordinates ongoing Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) projects as needed.
Process Formalization:
- Develops and maintains documentation for standard operating procedures for IT-related processes.
- Creates, delivers, and manages training materials to internal users.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Include:
- Ability to learn and effectively use company-specific computer systems
- Ability to perform varied types of data entry and transactions into screens and applications of the NCR/Retalix Power Enterprise ERP system, or other desktop/server applications, including IBM AS/400
- Ability to perform work within timeframes, with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Excel.
- Working knowledge and/or ability to learn programming basics (examples: VBA, HTML, SQL, PHP, etc)
Education/Experience (Preferred Minimum Qualifications):
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of data analysis, project management, statistics, or a related field. OR The possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in any area AND at least two (2) years of experience working in an analytical role.
Great Ginsberg’s benefits are waiting for you:
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with company match
- Health insurance (health, dental, vision)
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Paid on-the-job training
- Employee discounts in our Will Call Center
- Employee assistance programs
- Company-provided life insurance
- Access to in-house massage therapists, athletic trainers and nurse practitioners
About Ginsberg’s Foods
Ginsberg’s Foods is a fourth-generation family-owned and operated food distributor, located near Albany New York, in business since 1909. We foster a welcoming workplace culture, embracing engagement and development, and attracting, recruiting, and retaining a diverse workforce. We adhere to our core values; Respect for all people, excellent customer service, building strong relationships, and a dedicated commitment to community.
Applying is quick and easy!
If the Business Analyst seems like the right fit for you, simply answer a few short questions. Our Recruiter will give you a call if you meet our requirements! Feel free to check out our current job openings here at Ginsberg’s Foods or learn more about some of our Employee Programs.