Business Insights Analyst

2 weeks ago


Iowa, United States Apex Systems Full time

Position Title: Business Data Analyst

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, onsite in the Des Moines Metro

Contract Duration: 6+ months

Role Overview: The Business Data Analyst will be instrumental in enhancing the efficiency of the Research and Development (R&D) division by overseeing various operational tasks. This position calls for a dynamic individual adept at managing several small-scale projects, with a significant focus on data stewardship and process management.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and monitor business operations to guarantee the smooth functioning of the R&D department.
  • Aggregate insights from six distinct sub-functions within R&D, each led by different managers, and relay findings to corporate stakeholders.
  • Administer capital requests and assist in financial forecasting efforts.
  • Serve as a mediator, optimizing resources for R&D projects.
  • Ensure accurate data processing and dissemination, maintaining compliance with relevant standards.
  • Lead the adoption of technological solutions within designated areas to improve operational productivity.

Required Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in business operations, ideally within a research and development context.
  • Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency with Power Platform and Power BI.
  • Skilled in requirement gathering and driving enhancements in processes.
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum frameworks and Azure DevOps (ADO).
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

What You Will Contribute:

  • A Business Analyst perspective, with the capability to navigate intricate environments and collect vital requirements.
  • Ownership of the data management process, potentially through application development within the Power Platform ecosystem.
  • Experience in Power BI, including the creation and administration of reporting tools.
  • Strategic advisory capabilities to guide stakeholders on best practices and informed decision-making.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Apex Systems is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law.


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