YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting Senior Data Analyst opportunity in our Merriam, KS office. The Senior Data Analyst plays a pivotal role in advancing our commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible hog farming operations. This position aims to ensure accurate and insightful analysis of production data in animal operations and RNG production, driving the economic viability of our initiatives and ensuring compliance with sustainability and environmental standards. The successful candidate will enable our organization to make data-driven decisions, enhance our environmental impact, and lead the way in innovative, sustainable farming practices. Additionally, the Senior Data Analyst will mentor a peer, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the data analytics team.
ABOUT US
At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure Data Accuracy: Take responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of production data.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Collect, organize, and analyze production data from various sources, ensuring its completeness and reliability.
- KPI Dissemination: Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for production processes and metrics.
- Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate existing production processes and workflows to identify opportunities for optimization and streamlining.
- Financial Opportunity Identification: Analyze production data to identify potential financial opportunities across the company.
- Data Management: Develop and manage comprehensive data systems, leveraging data analytics to extract valuable insights for informed decision-making.
- Data Flow Improvement: Collaborate with IT and data management teams to enhance the overall data flow within the organization. Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and gaps in data collection and reporting processes and propose solutions to ensure a smooth and seamless data flow across systems and departments.
- Research and Development: Conduct in-depth analysis of trial results, including economics, production rates, with the intent to own a project for continuous process improvement.
- Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate existing production processes and workflows to identify opportunities for optimization and streamlining.
- Strategic Decision Support: Provide data-driven insights to inform production strategy and operational improvements.
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES:
- Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
- Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
- Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Critical Thinking Skills – Demonstrated ability to think critically and creatively, exploring unconventional approaches to problem-solving and decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- 2+ years of working with Tableau, PowerBI, or another visualization tool.
- 3+ Years of SQL Experience.
- Excel Proficiency.
- Intermediate Python understanding, with the capability to run Machine Learning models and derive insights.
- Proficiency in executing ad-hoc analysis to glean insights and inform decision-making.
- Proven track record of successfully completing projects from inception to completion.
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree of a relevant field, such as Data Analytics, Data Science, or a related discipline.
- Strong analytical skills to extract meaningful insights from data, focusing on problem-solving and critical thinking.
SCHEDULE: 8:AM – 5 PM
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Performing the duties of this job is typically of an office environment. The employee must be able to read a computer monitor.
WHY SEABOARD FOODS?
- Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
- 401K with company match
- Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
- Wellness Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee pork purchase program
For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/
Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.