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Job Title: Business Analyst
Job Description
The Business Analyst will join a business and strategy team focused on bridging the gap between operational needs and data-driven solutions within a supply chain environment. In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders to define business requirements, develop and refine key performance indicators (KPIs), and build insightful reports and dashboards that support strategic decision-making. You will leverage your strong analytical, communication, and technical skills to improve data collection, reporting processes, and system usage, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Responsibilities
This role operates in a hybrid work environment, currently structured as four days in the office and one day working from home, with the possibility of returning to five days onsite depending on organizational guidelines. Team members need flexibility to adjust onsite days when required for team meetings or supplier visits. You will work in a newly renovated building on the main campus, featuring an open-concept layout with breakout rooms and conference rooms for collaboration and meetings. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch, for a 40-hour workweek. The dress code is business casual, where khakis or dress pants paired with a button-down shirt or blouse are appropriate. The culture emphasizes a family- and team-oriented atmosphere, guided by shared truths such as putting people first, doing the right thing, being curious, creating tomorrow, building with toughness and resilience, playing to win, and acting as one unified team.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $43.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Job Description
The Business Analyst will join a business and strategy team focused on bridging the gap between operational needs and data-driven solutions within a supply chain environment. In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders to define business requirements, develop and refine key performance indicators (KPIs), and build insightful reports and dashboards that support strategic decision-making. You will leverage your strong analytical, communication, and technical skills to improve data collection, reporting processes, and system usage, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into clear and concise data requirements for reporting and analysis.
- Facilitate workshops and conduct interviews with business partners to gather, clarify, and document detailed business and data requirements.
- Document business requirements and data specifications in a structured and comprehensive manner to support reporting and analytics development.
- Define and refine key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with business objectives and supply chain performance goals.
- Design and implement methods to accurately measure and track KPIs, ensuring data quality, consistency, and integrity across systems and reports.
- Support the design and development of user-friendly reports and dashboards using data visualization tools such as think-cell and Qlik Sense.
- Ensure that reports and dashboards are accurate, timely, and tailored to the needs of both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Drive the development of automated reporting dashboards to support strategic decision-making and reduce manual reporting efforts.
- Analyze existing data collection, processing, and reporting processes to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Recommend and implement process improvements based on data analysis, best practices, and stakeholder feedback.
- Become proficient in supply chain–relevant systems and proactively manage the impact of system changes on departmental processes and team workflows.
- Assess system updates or changes for potential impacts on reporting, data flows, and business processes, and coordinate appropriate adjustments.
- Work on special initiatives for the business office and supply chain teams focused on process and continuous improvements, training, systems, and streamlining activities.
- Contribute to projects that enhance operational efficiency, purchasing processes, and supply chain visibility through better data and reporting.
- Assist with maintaining and enhancing the team’s SharePoint site, ensuring content is current, organized, and accessible.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, purchasing, and finance, to ensure reporting and analytics support broader business strategies.
- Clearly articulate complex analytical findings and technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences in a concise and actionable manner.
- Support training and knowledge sharing related to new reports, dashboards, and process improvements to help stakeholders effectively use data in decision-making.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- 4 years of proven experience as a Business Analyst with a demonstrated focus on data analysis and reporting.
- Strong data analysis skills, including the ability to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable insights.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
- Experience using think-cell to create clear and impactful visual presentations and charts.
- Experience with Qlik Sense for building and maintaining interactive dashboards and visual analytics.
- ERP experience within a business or supply chain context.
- Knowledge of data management concepts, including data warehousing, data modeling, and core data concepts.
- Experience working with SharePoint to manage content, documentation, and team collaboration spaces.
- Experience with Power BI for creating and maintaining dashboards and analytical reports.
- Familiarity with supply chain and purchasing processes and related data.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail and data quality.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and facilitate workshops and interviews to gather requirements.
- Results-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work on time.
- Experience with project management methodologies or tools is a plus.
- Background or exposure to SAP or SAP Ariba in a supply chain or purchasing environment.
- Experience with data visualization software beyond the core tools listed is beneficial.
- Demonstrated ability to support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.
- Interest in working within a culture that emphasizes putting people first, doing the right thing, curiosity, innovation, resilience, teamwork, and winning as one team.
This role operates in a hybrid work environment, currently structured as four days in the office and one day working from home, with the possibility of returning to five days onsite depending on organizational guidelines. Team members need flexibility to adjust onsite days when required for team meetings or supplier visits. You will work in a newly renovated building on the main campus, featuring an open-concept layout with breakout rooms and conference rooms for collaboration and meetings. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch, for a 40-hour workweek. The dress code is business casual, where khakis or dress pants paired with a button-down shirt or blouse are appropriate. The culture emphasizes a family- and team-oriented atmosphere, guided by shared truths such as putting people first, doing the right thing, being curious, creating tomorrow, building with toughness and resilience, playing to win, and acting as one unified team.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $43.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $34 - $43