What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Analyst position at Mesabi Metallics Company LLC?
About Mesabi Metallics
When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship and generating value for all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesota’s mining history: Mesabi Metallics’ cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Once completed, it will mark the first new mine and pellet plant in Minnesota in nearly 50 years.
More importantly, you'll be immersed in a positive, supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability, integrity, inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, determination and performance, and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.
At Mesabi Metallics, you are part of a legacy of excellence, playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.
Position Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst to enhance data-driven decision-making, operational efficiency, and strategic alignment. The position will rotate across major business functions—operations, finance, marketing, and strategy—to generate insights that support senior leadership and drive the execution of key business initiatives.
Reporting to the CEO, the Business Analyst, will be responsible for the following:
- Define and validate key business needs through stakeholder analysis to ensure the launch strategy aligns with organizational objectives.
- Collaborate across departments (IT, Product, Operations) to convert strategic goals into actionable project deliverables and implementation tasks.
- Outline solution design and implementation roadmap to achieve business objectives and ensure operational alignment.
- Develop project timeline, milestones, and monitoring framework for launch execution and performance tracking.
- Perform detailed market and competitor analysis to inform product positioning and identify market entry opportunities.
- Include a continuous improvement plan highlighting efficiency gains, innovation opportunities, and process optimization.
- Incorporate analytical dashboards and executive summaries to communicate performance metrics and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
- Define validation and review phases to evaluate business outcomes, gather feedback, and refine post-launch performance.
- Provide structured documentation (requirements, workflows, governance framework) as supporting materials within the BLP appendices.
Skills and Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- MBA, Master’s in Business Analytics, Information Systems, or Operations Management.
- None
- $80,000 - $105,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match.
- Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.
- Paid Time Off (PTO):
- 0-5 Years: 120 hours per year.
- 5-10 Years: 160 hours per year.
- 10 Years: 200 hours per year.
- Plus 9 paid holiday and 2 floating holidays.
Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.
Salary : $80,000 - $105,000