Business Analyst / Planner – Food Manufacturing

Job Description

Business Analyst-Planner | LaSalle Network

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a leading food manufacturing company, located in Milton, PA, recruited by LaSalle Network. The company operates in the food manufacturing sector, focusing on the efficient production and distribution of its products. This pivotal position is responsible for supporting data-driven decision-making across key operational areas, including production, inventory management, transportation logistics, and cost control. By providing insightful analysis and recommendations, this role directly contributes to enhancing overall operational performance and efficiency within the organization’s evolving supply chain.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Milton, PA
• Pay: $65000–$85000 yearly
• Team: Supply Chain & Operations team
• Mission: Supports data-driven decision-making across production, inventory, transportation, and cost management to improve overall operational performance.
• Tech Stack: Advanced Excel, Power BI, Sigma, SQL/Sequel, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar ERP systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reporting: Create, maintain, and troubleshoot various reporting tools to effectively support the Supply Chain, Operations, and Production teams.
• Analysis: Analyze comprehensive data related to inventory levels, transportation performance metrics, specific production planning needs, and raw material targets.
• Scheduling: Support essential scheduling functions by developing a deep understanding of production flow and assisting with execution during periods of high demand.
• Presentation: Present clear data, actionable insights, and strategic recommendations to cross-functional teams to proactively guide business decisions.
• Improvement: Identify and deliver tangible cost-savings and continuous improvement opportunities throughout the entire operation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Core domain knowledge in production processes, inventory flow, and general end-to-end Supply Chain operations.
• Experience: Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL/Sequel, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills for presenting data effectively.
• Bonus: Proven ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams and support rapid decision-making within a fast-paced environment.