RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Palo Alto, CA that is seeking a Business Planning Analyst.
Responsibilities:
* Applies intermediate level of subject matter knowledge to solve a variety of common business issues
* The Business Planning Analyst works on problems of moderately complex scope
* Acts as an informed team member providing analysis of information and limited project direction input
* Exercises independent judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate action
* Follows established guidelines and interprets policies
* Evaluates unique circumstances and makes recommendations
* Conducts and summarizes complex data and business analyses to develop business plans, including revenue and demand projections, workforce optimization, and channel management
* Constructs statistical and financial models with minimal direction to forecast business performance
* Defines the metrics required to measure business performance, and compares actual data to forecasted values
* Executes market research projects, gathers intelligence on current industry, technology, and consumer trends, and summarizes research findings tailored to business needs
* The Business Planning Analyst works with cross-functional teams to facilitate the data collection and performance measurement process, and escalates issues as necessary
* Makes contributions to research and analyses on priority projects within established guidelines
REQUIREMENTS:
* First level university degree
* Typically 2-4 years of experience in strategy, planning, operations, finance, or related functional area
* Demonstrated knowledge of research methodology and the ability to manage data requests
* Strong analytical thinking, technical analysis, and data manipulation skills
* Ability to learn and draw on new analytical techniques
* Strong knowledge of Excel, Access, statistical analysis, and financial modeling
* Demonstrated business acumen and technical knowledge within area of responsibility
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Developing project management skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.