Manufacturing Business Analyst

Location: Falconer, New York
Must be a US citizen or a US Permanent Resident
Hybrid Remote
Ability to Travel Required
Full Time/Permanent Position

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

SKF Aerospace , a leader in aviation related bearings, is looking for talented individuals to support its North American units producing components, bearings, rings and seals for the Aerospace & Defense industry, as well as for industrial & commercial applications. One of our units is dedicated to bearing repair services for Aeroengines & Airline customers. Those units are in Falconer, NY / Colebrook, CT / Ladson, SC / Elgin, IL and are all facing interesting challenges to meet a significant market growth for the coming years.

Job Summary:
We are looking for a Manufacturing Business Analys t (Business/ERP System Analyst), preferably based in near Falconer, NY . This position reports to the Aerospace BU Supply Chain Director located off site. This role's responsibilities include decision support for supply chain, manufacturing, customer service, and developing insight into each of our businesses operations that translate into how business intelligence driven decisions are impacting the company. This individual will participate in or lead many ad-hoc projects, analyze business activities, enhancing our planning capabilities (ERP), and assist in the training and user support of not only the XA MAPICS system, TLAshford & other systems that support the plant operations. Progressively, Kaydon acquired units will join the group of units equipped with same ERP as the above units (XA MAPICS), hence the coverage scope may be extended to those units.

The incumbent will provide analytical and reporting support to all functions: Sales, Manufacturing, R&D but also support functions such as Finance, Purchasing, HR. The Business Analyst will be expected to Review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.

• The chosen candidate is required flexibility to travel (up to 20% in average) to visit stakeholders, clarify requirements, and better understand business processes in use.
• Candidates must be a US citizen or a US Permanent Resident preferably located within commuting distance of Falconer, NY.
• Also, the candidate must be able to obtain in minimal time the necessary credentials to comply with all federal export control requirements.

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Understand and perform work in a safe and helpful manner.
• Remote collaborative work is encouraged and promoted.
• Visit stakeholders to clarify requirements and better understand business processes in use.
• Manage, correct, and enhance operational understanding and utilization of the ERP system.
• Monitor data integrity and drive processes to maintain data quality.
• Guide the development and improvement of operational business intelligence (BI) and Art3mis MES, industry 4.0 future factory implementation.
• Drive reporting alignment between finance, supply chain, and factory operations.
• Track variances and performs root cause analysis, implementing corrections & countermeasures to improve standards.
• Assist in developing ERP standards to assist manufacturing and supply chain.
• Minimize process and quality variations (standard work) while capturing critical knowledge & data for future use.
• Maintain product and company reputation by understanding and complying with government regulations and company policies.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
• Perform Training to system users.
• Provide Timing report on activities progress and deliver requested reports to hierarchical or functional project management.

Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen or a US Permanent Resident.
• Must be able to obtain in minimal time the necessary credentials to comply with all federal export control requirements.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management, or related field is required, Master's degree preferred.
• Preferred experience with Aerospace business requirements and manufacturing processes.
• 3 years' experience with XA MAPICS ERP system, preferably end to end.
• 3 years' experience with Data models and Querywork (SQL, Cognos, Access, Qlikview...) and associated Data extraction techniques (ODBC, etc.).
• 3 years' experience in manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain environment.
• 2 years' experience in an analytical role.
• Competent with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, Access etc.)
• Comprehensive communication skills in the English language electronically, verbally, and written.
• Travelling required as this is multi-site job.
• Flexibility to travel (up to 20% in average) is required (to visit stakeholders, clarify requirements, and better understand business processes in use).

Skills for Success:

• Detail oriented, advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where a premium is placed on speed and accuracy.
• Ability to work independent of supervision and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Must be a team player and possess the willingness and commitment to accomplish team goals.

What You'll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work /life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace. We strive to embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable, environment that promotes leadership, engagement, and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution : 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.


Reports to: Supply Chain Manager - US
Location: Falconer, New York
Job ID: 18386

Pay $81000 to $97000 per year

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