POSITION SUMMARY
The Business Strategy Analyst will directly support the President and Executive Leadership Team as a strategic, analytical professional responsible for driving business performance across the Sales organization. This individual must be in the Richmond, VA area. This individual will play a critical role in business planning, process improvement, and execution by leveraging data-driven insights and project leadership, with a career track toward general management or a senior leadership role. This position is located in Richmond, VA and will be hybrid schedule.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Strategic Intervention : Provide operational and analytical support for strategic projects, proactively identifying barriers and improvement opportunities, and influencing project direction. Track key deliverables, manage timelines, and prepare project updates and reports for senior stakeholders.
- Data Analysis & Reporting : Collect, analyze, and synthesize data related to business processes, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Ensure data quality and consistency while identifying areas for improvement.
- Process Improvement : Identify inefficiencies within business processes and propose practical, data-driven solutions to streamline workflows, improve performance, and reduce costs.
- Performance Monitoring : Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of new processes or initiatives. Track progress against goals and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Executive-Ready Deliverables : Design and produce high-quality presentations, charts, graphs, and other written materials using insights from research and analysis.
- Business Planning & Reviews : Participate in corporate planning and performance review sessions, helping to structure discussions in a formal, focused, and productive manner. Contribute insights and reporting to inform strategic decisions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work with leaders in Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance to align initiatives, share insights, and support business objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement : Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and executives at all levels to ensure shared understanding and alignment of goals.
- Leadership Development : Build foundational experience for a future in senior business leadership through exposure to high-level strategy and operational decision-making to better understand how Wurth conducts business.
- All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES :
Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or a related field; MBA preferred3-5 years of experience in consulting, strategy, or business operations rolesExperience supporting business leaders and managing confidential informationStrong analytical and problem-solving competencies combined with excellent written and oral communication skills to turn data into insights and strategic recommendationsTangible experience dealing with data analytics and with data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI) is highly preferredKnowledge of business processes, business management, and project managementPossess an elevated level of attention to detail, ability to prioritize quickly, with strong organizational and follow-up skillsProficiency with MS Office products, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel.Ability to work independently and as part of a team with the ability to meet timely deadlines.Proficiency in German is a plus.Travel estimated at 30% - 50%.The Würth Difference :
Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industryIndustrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attentionInventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothlyComplete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysisWhy Würth :
Maternity / Paternal leave after 1 year of serviceTuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of serviceHealth benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and moreAdditional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disabilityPaid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service10 paid holidays