Business Intelligence Analyst

Fresenius - Waltham, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Waltham, MA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Planning and Analysis Analyst I at Fresenius plays a crucial role in supporting management by utilizing strategic planning and financial/market analysis knowledge. This position is focused on identifying, defining, and implementing strategic initiatives with a global perspective. The analyst will conduct thorough research and analysis of potential business opportunities that align with the company's short and long-term objectives and strategic plans. This includes performing routine analyses and modeling to evaluate the impact of public policy changes on existing business lines and identifying new business opportunities. In this role, the analyst will work under close supervision to conduct market research, data collection, and various analyses for both long and short-range programs. These efforts will provide strategic direction for the Corporate Development Office (CDO). The analyst will assist in translating quantitative and qualitative analyses into actionable corporate strategies, primarily under the guidance of senior management. This involves analyzing and researching projects through financial feasibility studies and market research, utilizing external data as the primary source. The analyst will also be responsible for generating business planning models to develop strategies and present findings to relevant members of Corporate Development. Engaging in data analyses and modeling of current initiatives and programs as requested by senior management is a key part of the job. The analyst will collaborate with senior management from various business lines to assist in developing strategic business plans and perform routine economic analyses, financial estimates, and risk analysis to support strategic growth plans. Additionally, the analyst will manage projects related to the implementation of strategic initiatives, working closely with business line owners, management, and stakeholders to identify resources and establish timelines for successful execution. The role requires drafting materials for presentation to senior management and the supervisory board, as well as escalating issues to supervisors when necessary. Building productive internal and external working relationships and developing professional expertise are also essential components of this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research, data collection, and various related analyses for long and short range programs and plans.
• Assist with translating quantitative and qualitative analyses into actionable corporate strategies under the supervision of senior management.
• Analyze and research projects through financial feasibility studies and market research using primarily external data.
• Assist with generating business planning models to develop strategies and present findings to the pertinent members of Corporate Development.
• Utilize data from multiple external sources and targeted internal data, engage in data analyses and modeling of current initiatives and programs as requested by senior management.
• Utilize external data in data-rooms, assist in forming conclusions and questions around data for conversation with external sources.
• Collaborate with appropriate business line senior management; assist in the development of strategic business plans.
• Perform routine economic analyses, financial estimates, and risk analysis to ensure projected rates of growth and profitability potential in support of strategic growth plans.
• Collaborate with various FMC departments to develop model assumptions and understand impacts of new business opportunities on existing sectors.
• Assist with managing projects related to the implementation of strategic initiatives, working closely with business line owners, management, and stakeholders to identify resources, establish timelines and milestones to ensure successful execution.
• Assist in drafting write-ups and materials for presentation to senior management and the supervisory board.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by senior management.
• Refer to related senior level analyst(s) for assistance with higher level problems that may arise.
• Escalate issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Build productive internal/external working relationships.
• Develop professional expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 0 - 2 years' related experience.
• Ability to assist in creating local marketing/strategic plans.
• Business Development exposure from evaluation through integration and implementation, preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to directly interact with various FMCNA stakeholders including physicians.
• Ability to function as a strong member of a highly motivated and integrated organization team.
• Strong communication and exceptional interpersonal skills required for this position.
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and email applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in financial modeling and analysis.
• Familiarity with healthcare industry trends and practices.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM systems.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.