Strategy Operations Analyst

Saab Virginia, Virginia, US

About the Role

Saab, Inc. is seeking a collaborative and analytically minded Strategy Operations Analyst to support enterprise strategy development and business operations. This role gathers and organizes operational and market information, maintains management reporting and planning artifacts, develops decision-support analyses, and coordinates inputs across functions. The analyst will translate complex information into clear reports, dashboards, presentations, and written communications for senior and executive leaders. Maintain an integrated view of business operations and strategic initiatives to support alignment across multiple lines of effort Gather, organize, validate, and analyze operational, market, and planning data from cross-functional stakeholders Prepare initial drafts of business strategy and operations reports for review by senior team members and leaders  Support updates to objectives and key results dashboards, quarterly business reviews, and the five-year business planning process Develop and maintain recurring analytical reports and visualizations that identify trends, relationships, risks, and potential business impacts Collaborate with market intelligence, business development, functional teams, and external consultants to synthesize information on current and future markets, geopolitical developments, and global trends.  Create executive-ready presentations and written communications on business strategy, operational performance, and related topics  Coordinate planning inputs, milestones, and follow-up actions across stakeholders; identify issues and elevate risks or gaps as appropriate Apply established policies, procedures, and analytical methods while recommending practical improvements to reporting and planning processes.  considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training. Bachelor’s degree in political science, business administration, economics, data analytics, or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience.  Strong analytical, research, writing, and composition skills, with the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.  Data literacy, including the ability to create clear graphs and visualizations, interpret trends, and distinguish correlation from causation.  Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; Experience working with internal and external stakeholders to gather information and develop reports, analyses, or presentations.  S. citizen.  Experience in military operations, defense planning, national security, intelligence analysis, or related defense industry environments Experience supporting strategic planning, business operations, market analysis, performance reporting, or quarterly business reviews Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power BI, Power Automate, or Power Apps, as well as SharePoint and Microsoft Lists; S. citizen. Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits. Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents ~ Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays ~Employee stock purchase opportunities ~ Short-term and long-term disability coverage Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate planning inputs and cross-functional inputs
  • Develop and maintain analytical reports and dashboards
  • Prepare executive-ready reports and presentations

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, analytics, or related field
  • Experience with strategy, operations, or business analytics
  • Strong data visualization and reporting skills

Required Skills

data analysis dashboarding reporting stakeholder communication presentation

Keywords

strategy operations analytics executive reporting planning

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