Business Analyst

Company Description QuikCut, LLC is a metal fabrication company built around the mantra “Test Our Mettle,” reflecting both its technical capabilities and its commitment to client success. The organization focuses on making client-partners’ operations easier and more profitable by continually improving and evolving its services. QuikCut emphasizes being battle-tested, ready to meet demanding project needs, and determined to stand out through exceptional support. Team members are encouraged to embrace a mindset of challenge, resilience, and innovation to deliver high-quality results and strong client relationships. Role Description The role also supports process improvement initiatives, business intelligence reporting, ERP system optimization, and cross-functional project execution. Success in this position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to bridge business needs and technology solutions. Key Responsibilities Serve as the Business Intelligence (BI) lead by developing reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that provide meaningful insights into business performance and support data-driven decision-making. Act as the subject matter expert for the M1 ERP system, leading user training, troubleshooting, system enhancements, software updates, and implementation of new modules and features. Design and generate custom reports to meet evolving business requirements across departments. Gather, document, analyze, and validate business requirements through stakeholder interviews, workshops, and process reviews. Map current-state business processes, identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks, and develop optimized future-state workflows. Perform root cause analysis and recommend process improvements that enhance operational performance and profitability. Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure implemented solutions meet business requirements and original functional specifications. Support change management activities by facilitating communication, managing project scope, coordinating user training, and promoting successful adoption of new systems and processes. Serve as the primary liaison between business leaders, project stakeholders, and software vendors to ensure clear communication and successful project execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement business process improvements and measure project outcomes against established objectives. Prepare reports, metrics, and dashboards that monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and communicate business performance to leadership. Assist with project planning, prioritization, risk identification, and ongoing process optimization initiatives. Analyze legacy systems and workflows to identify opportunities for modernization and improved operational effectiveness. Ensure proposed business solutions align with organizational strategy, operational goals, and customer needs. Qualifications Strong analytical skills, including data interpretation, problem-solving, and quantitative analysis. Demonstrated experience in business analysis, including requirements gathering, documentation, and solution evaluation. Clear and effective communication skills for working with stakeholders at all levels and presenting findings. Knowledge of business processes, process mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies. Ability to define, manage, and prioritize business requirements in a manufacturing or operations-focused environment. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Proficiency with productivity and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, reporting tools, ERP systems); experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing is a plus. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work on-site in Greater Fort Wayne in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr