
Analyst, Business Analytics
Key Skills
Job Description
Job Description
Business Analyst, Analytics at a glance….
Kraft Heinz is seeking a driven and analytically minded Business Analyst to join our Global Centre of Excellence (GCOE) – Transformation team, focused on Manufacturing Analytics. In this role, you will act as the critical bridge between our manufacturing operations and our data & analytics capabilities — translating complex plant-floor challenges into scalable analytical solutions that drive measurable improvements in EHS, Maintenance and CAPEX Engineering spaces.
You will collaborate closely with Global Operation Process Leads, Engineering teams, teams in the Factories and a cross-functional analytics POD (Data Engineers, Data Architects, BI Developers), leveraging technologies including Power BI, Snowflake, and AI-driven tools. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role for someone who thrives at the intersection of business and technology.
What’s on the menu?
Requirements & Solution Design
- Translate business and shop-floor challenges surrounding — Safety, Maintenance & Engineering — into clear technical requirements and end-to-end solution designs.
- Assess and explore solution alternatives to determine feasibility, pros/cons, and risk; recommend the most appropriate analytical approach for each manufacturing challenge.
- Design wireframes and functional specifications for analytical tools and dashboards, ensuring alignment with Operations stakeholders and Global Process Leads.
- Drive exploration and adoption of AI-powered tools alongside Power BI and Snowflake-based data products and to accelerate business alignment & technical delivery.
Delivery & Technical Implementation
- Lead and support the delivery of analytical tools from discovery through iterative development, maintaining close communication with the POD team (Data Engineers, BI Developers) and Operations SMEs.
- Assist planning and execution of technical implementation, owning functional validation and ensuring solutions meet agreed requirements.
- Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) through hands-on technical assistance and thorough documentation.
- Maintain and update technical documentation and functional specs throughout the product lifecycle.
- Support the Data Steward in the development of the Semantic Layer to ensure consistent, governed data definitions across manufacturing analytics.
Stakeholder Engagement & Root Cause Analysis
- Engage regularly with GCOE process leads, plant management, and Engineering teams to identify and prioritize data visibility and analytics needs.
- Assist root cause analysis and resolution of data discrepancies, working collaboratively with plant SMEs and technical teams.
- Participate in design reviews and demos to ensure requirements are met, solutions are effectively communicated, and adoption is driven across plant teams.
- Proactively flag blockers and escalate to the Product Owner or Process Lead when facing major technical delivery or stakeholder management challenges.
- Foster a positive cross-functional team environment, with genuine interest in team well-being and continuous improvement.
Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on analytics, digital transformation, or business process management.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing operations: Engineering, maintenance (predictive/preventive), and safety.
- Proven experience working in and delivery using Agile methodologies — sprint planning, backlog management, PI planning — with the ability to prioritize effectively.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; comfortable navigating ambiguity and translating complex plant challenges into structured analytical solutions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills — able to engage equally with plant-floor SMEs and operations leads.
- Experience with Power BI, Snowflake, or similar data platforms is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with AI tools and their application in manufacturing contexts is an advantage.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and orchestrate multi-team delivery toward a shared outcome.
Join us at Kraft Heinz to drive transformation and innovation within our manufacturing operations, leveraging your analytical expertise to make a significant impact on operational excellence, safety, and profitability.
Location(s)
Amsterdam
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Core Responsibilities
The Business Analyst will bridge manufacturing operations and data analytics by translating complex plant-floor challenges into scalable analytical solutions. They will lead the delivery of analytical tools, manage stakeholder engagement, and drive the adoption of AI-powered data products.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and possess 2–3 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong proficiency in Agile methodologies, data platforms like Power BI and Snowflake, and a solid understanding of manufacturing operations are required.
About The Kraft Heinz Company
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Company size: 10,001+ employees
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others. No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!