Business Development Analyst

Company: THE KRAFT GROUP
Location: Worcester
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job Details

Job Location
Rand Whitney Container - Agrand - Worcester, MA

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
Bachelor's

SUMMARY

In the position of Business Development Analyst, individuals will demonstrate their leadership skills and quantitative mindset to support various business units/functions on both the day-to-day operations as well as longer-term strategic and cross-functional projects.

This position is part of the Paper & Packaging Leadership Development Program, during which the analyst will support 3 different The Kraft Group companies: International Forest Products (forest product trading); Rand Whitney Containerboard (paper manufacturing); and Rand Whitney Container (paper converting) over 24-month rotational program beginning May 2023. Seeking 2023 grads for this program.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing project management support, analysis, and coordination for strategic projects, process changes, acquisitions, and daily business activities.
• Supporting daily sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain functions through market research, quantitative analysis, and process management.
• Conducting due diligence on potential acquisition targets; preparing financial, qualitative, and valuation analysis.
• Develop, implement and communicate metrics reporting processes and documentation across plants and companies in collaboration with operations, marketing and sales functions.
• Testing new innovative ideas and analyzing trends while helping develop strategies for priority initiatives and then leading implementation to drive results.
• Leading and executing various special projects with senior leadership primarily related to the evaluation of possible growth strategies or driving operational improvements
• Special projects and assignments as business dictatesSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  
  • None
    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
    
    • Bachelor's degree in business, math, or a related field with a strong academic record
    • Must have excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, have the ability to communicate effectively and influence others through oral and written communication.
    • Positive, people-oriented, and energetic attitude
    • Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills; Creative and innovative approach to solving problems, a desire to make processes better
    • Ability to think critically about proposed programs or process changes and provide meaningful insight to support decision makers.
    • Entrepreneurial spirit and a demonstrated self-starter mentality
    • Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
    • Interest in working hard, and being challenged, in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to learn quickly and transfer knowledge
    • Proficient with MS Excel
    • Some travel required
      PHYSICAL DEMANDS
      
      • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to handle or feel
      • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear
      • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, bend at the knees
      • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus
      • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWORK ENVIRONMENT
        
        • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
        • Normal office environment
          
          OTHER
          
          Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
          
          This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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