Business Operations Analyst

Job Description

About Brooks International

Brooks International is a global management consulting firm specializing in operational transformation, organizational effectiveness, and sustainable EBITDA improvement. We partner with executive leadership teams to identify operational opportunities, align organizations, and implement measurable business improvements that deliver lasting financial results.

Our consultants work directly with CEOs and senior executives across manufacturing, distribution, private equity portfolio companies, and other industrial organizations.

About the Role

Brooks International is seeking an experienced Business Operations Analyst to lead the execution of our Stage 1 Operational Assessments and play a critical role in converting assessment opportunities into large-scale implementation engagements.

This is not a traditional business analyst role. As a Business Operations Analyst, you will assist in developing the operational architecture of client assessments while partnering directly with Executive Analysts to build compelling operational and financial cases for transformation.

You will combine strategic thinking, operational analysis, financial modeling, executive communication, and leadership to influence C-suite executives and drive measurable business outcomes. Success in this position requires exceptional analytical ability, leadership under pressure, executive presence, and a passion for solving complex operational challenges.

What You'll Do

Lead Client Assessments

• Manage complex Stage 1 operational assessments from kickoff through executive presentation.
• Develop comprehensive operational analyses identifying performance gaps and value creation opportunities.
• Build actionable findings, benefit summaries, and transformation blueprints.
• Ensure assessments are completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with Brooks International methodology.

Lead Cross-Functional Teams

• Review analyses for accuracy, quality, and business impact.
• Mentor junior consultants and accelerate their professional development.

Executive Client Engagement

• Present findings to executive leadership teams.
• Develop compelling business cases supported by quantitative analysis.
• Build credibility with CEOs, business owners, and senior leadership.
• Position clients to confidently move from assessment into implementation.

Operational & Financial Analysis

• Quantify operational performance gaps.
• Estimate financial improvement opportunities.
• Validate operational assumptions using data-driven methodologies.
• Build executive-level reports and recommendations.

Project Leadership

• Manage project schedules, deliverables, travel budgets, and engagement documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Brooks methodologies, templates, and quality standards.
• Support engagement profitability while maintaining exceptional client outcomes.

Success in This Role

Top performers consistently:

• Lead high-quality operational assessments
• Develop compelling executive presentations
• Build trusted relationships with executive leadership
• Mentor and develop consulting team members
• Deliver measurable operational improvement opportunities
• Successfully convert operational assessments into implementation engagements

Performance is measured against objectives including:

• 90% Stage 1 to Stage 2 conversion rate
• 75% conversion of Stage 2 fee potential
• Delivery within approved project staffing and budgets
• Timely and accurate project administration

Why Brooks International?

• High-impact consulting work with executive leadership teams
• Significant leadership responsibility from day one
• Structured career path toward Executive Analyst
• Formal mentoring and professional development
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Exposure to complex operational transformations across multiple industries
• Opportunity to create measurable financial impact for clients

Career Growth

Brooks International invests heavily in developing future consulting leaders. Business Operations Analysts receive structured coaching, formal training, and progressive leadership opportunities with the expectation of advancing into the Sr Analyst and Executive Analyst roles.