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Operations Analyst job description

An Operations Analyst is a professional who reviews policies and procedures, analyzes data and creates reports with recommendations to improve how a company functions. 

 

Use this Operations Analyst job description to advertise your vacancies and find qualified candidates. Feel free to modify responsibilities and requirements based on your needs.

 

Operations Analyst responsibilities include:

  • Identifying operational requirements and opportunities for improvement
  • Gathering information by observing workflows, reading company reports and conducting employee interviews
  • Determining appropriate methods to analyze operations, relevant information and data

Job brief

We are looking for an Operations Analyst to join our team and evaluate how our company operates in order to provide recommendations on how we can improve efficiency and effectiveness across our organization. 

Operations Analyst responsibilities include reviewing current policies and operating procedures, developing changes to enhance efficiency and working with our managers to implement new policies and procedures as needed. 

Ultimately, you will work with our leaders and managers to provide ways our organization can improve efficiency and reach our goals in less time.

Responsibilities

  • Document findings, prepare reports and make recommendations
  • Develop new processes and procedures to enhance operations
  • Work with managers and employees to implement changes
  • Train employees to use new systems or follow new policies
  • Determine the effectiveness of new processes

Requirements and skills

  • Proven work experience as an Operations Analyst or similar role
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Experience using statistical and database software
  • Consulting and project management expertise
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Degree in Business Administration or equivalent is preferred

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