Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world's first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS ) - the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has three locations in the United States, located in Duluth, Minnesota, Grand Forks, North Dakota and Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more at **********************
The BusinessAnalyst will be detail-oriented and an analytical thinker that will drive data-informed decision-making related to pricing, market trends, and profitability for the Cirrus Aftermarket product line. The ideal candidate will analyze internal and external data, develop strategic insights, and recommend pricing and marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and optimize product revenue. This role plays a critical part in shaping product pricing, promotional efforts, and identifying opportunities for business growth.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Manage and update price books, quote tools, pricing calculators and systems to ensure everything is accurate and up to date.
Align pricing and costing across the entire catalog of product offerings, to meet departmental and enterprise goals.
Evaluate pricing using industry benchmarks, historical sales trends, and competitor pricing strategies. Provide actionable reports and insights to leadership for data-driven pricing decisions.
Identify and assess marketing strategies to improve profit margins and customer acquisition. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to implement and measure campaign performance.
Develop and maintain tools and dashboards that detect changing market trends and customer preferences, helping to adjust business strategies proactively.
Determine optimal sales and clearance pricing to drive customer traffic while balancing profitability and inventory goals.
Compare sales data across multiple periods, identify causes behind performance fluctuations, and recommend responsive actions to improve outcomes.
Manage product setup and maintenance for both new and existing products.
Assist in creating a standardized pricing process across the company for greater efficiency and consistency.
Establish pricing models for new product lines, to align with market trends and/or corporate strategies.
Collaborate on the development and deployment of sales training materials to support new product introductions and existing product lines.
Design, track, and report on department-level KPIs to support cost management and strategic pricing decisions. Maintain accuracy and consistency in data reporting and performance evaluation.
Collaborate with other departments to maintain consistent pricing / costing methodologies across the company and drive continuous improvement opportunities as necessary.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field
2-4 years of experience in business analysis, pricing strategy, or a similar role
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, data-driven environment
Strong understanding of pricing models and margin optimization
Experience with aircraft or aircraft parts/systems is encouraged
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 120 + hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
The compensation listed is for MN only
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
$92k-120k yearly est. 4d ago
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Budget and Operations Analyst/Manager
The College of St. Scholastica 3.9
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, number of months worked, as well as internal equity among our team.
Job Summary:
Provide leadership and management direction to ensure the efficient operation of the Facilities Services Department. Services include: financial management direction for budget development and control; financial accounting for facilities operations, collaborate with the Executive Director of Facilities, Safety and Security Directors and department managers in carrying out all facets of daily operations. This position will also analyze departmental operations to evaluate, report on, and suggest efficiency and effectiveness. This position will maintain the department-specific knowledge as well as expertise in the Finance Department functions to assist with the overall administration, monitoring, and improvement of the financial and budget performance of the Facilities Department.
Job Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
* Knowledge of the operation of automated accounting and budgetary record- keeping systems.
* Knowledge of budgetary and financial record-keeping methods and practices.
* Knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
* Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in statistical and fiscal analysis.
* Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal laws and City policies, rules and regulations.
* Knowledge of the principles of process improvement.
* Knowledge of effective research methods.
Skill Requirements
* Skill in operating standard office equipment.
* Skill in operating a personal computer and software applications including word processing, database analytical tools, spreadsheet, and presentation software to effectively produce complex, professional reports, charts, presentations, documents, and other products.
* Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with ability to challenge and research factors behind the financials.
Ability Requirements
* Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, work under pressure and handle changing priorities.
* Ability to make calculations and data entries with a high degree of accuracy and to be detail oriented.
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other city departments and organizations.
* Ability to provide customer service in a collaborative, consultative, and positive manner.
* Ability to evaluate operations and make budget and operational recommendations based on findings.
* Ability to develop record-keeping systems and to maintain records.
* Ability to read, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
* Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
Job Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field, OR a bachelor's degree plus at least two (2) years of full-time experience in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, or business analysis, OR an associate's degree in accounting plus at least five (5) years of full-time experience as stated above, OR seven (7) years of full-time experience as stated above.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master's degree desirable.
* Experience working with and supervising a bargaining unit work force desirable.
* 3+ years experience in facilities management preferably in a supervisory role.
* Experience using TMA or TeamDynamix software or similar facilities management systems.
* Experience with Banner Software system for financial management.
* Experience with Best Lock software system.
Physical Demands:
* Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
* Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds.
* Visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures.
* Manual dexterity to use keyboard and calculator.
* Ability to talk and hear to obtain and provide information.
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$50k-57k yearly est. 49d ago
Aftermarket Business Analyst
Cirrus 3.4
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world's first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS ) - the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has three locations in the United States, located in Duluth, Minnesota, Grand Forks, North Dakota and Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more at **********************
The BusinessAnalyst will be detail-oriented and an analytical thinker that will drive data-informed decision-making related to pricing, market trends, and profitability for the Cirrus Aftermarket product line. The ideal candidate will analyze internal and external data, develop strategic insights, and recommend pricing and marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and optimize product revenue. This role plays a critical part in shaping product pricing, promotional efforts, and identifying opportunities for business growth.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Manage and update price books, quote tools, pricing calculators and systems to ensure everything is accurate and up to date.
Align pricing and costing across the entire catalog of product offerings, to meet departmental and enterprise goals.
Evaluate pricing using industry benchmarks, historical sales trends, and competitor pricing strategies. Provide actionable reports and insights to leadership for data-driven pricing decisions.
Identify and assess marketing strategies to improve profit margins and customer acquisition. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to implement and measure campaign performance.
Develop and maintain tools and dashboards that detect changing market trends and customer preferences, helping to adjust business strategies proactively.
Determine optimal sales and clearance pricing to drive customer traffic while balancing profitability and inventory goals.
Compare sales data across multiple periods, identify causes behind performance fluctuations, and recommend responsive actions to improve outcomes.
Manage product setup and maintenance for both new and existing products.
Assist in creating a standardized pricing process across the company for greater efficiency and consistency.
Establish pricing models for new product lines, to align with market trends and/or corporate strategies.
Collaborate on the development and deployment of sales training materials to support new product introductions and existing product lines.
Design, track, and report on department-level KPIs to support cost management and strategic pricing decisions. Maintain accuracy and consistency in data reporting and performance evaluation.
Collaborate with other departments to maintain consistent pricing / costing methodologies across the company and drive continuous improvement opportunities as necessary.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field
2-4 years of experience in business analysis, pricing strategy, or a similar role
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, data-driven environment
Strong understanding of pricing models and margin optimization
Experience with aircraft or aircraft parts/systems is encouraged
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 120 + hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
The compensation listed is for MN only
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
$68k-93k yearly est. 32d ago
Lead Business Analyst
Maximus 4.3
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Description & Requirements At Maximus, we lead with purpose-helping government agencies deliver programs that improve lives. We are seeking a Lead BusinessAnalyst to provide strategic leadership in managing requirements, guiding project teams, and ensuring operational excellence. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders, driving solutions that meet complex business needs and exceed expectations.
***This is a fully remote position. Requires 5% travel. 100% mileage reimbursed at federal rate***
Why Join Maximus?
- • Competitive Compensation - Quarterly bonuses based on performance included!
- • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
- • Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
- • Unlimited Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and sick leave,
- • Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- • Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
- • Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.
- • Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
- • Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
- • Professional Development Opportunities- Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain effective processes for managing requirements, developing business processes, and providing production support to the operation.
- Lead and implement the design, analysis, interpretation and evaluation of a variety of reports, internal/external resource documents and surveys.
- Lead and own activities related to Business Requirement Documents process.
- Analyze existing systems, programs, policies, and organizational processes and recommend enhancements and improved solutions.
- Design and implement process improvements that enhance customer service and optimize business operational efficiency and quality.
- Conduct statistical analyses and evaluates a wide variety of information to assess operational difficulties and develop solutions to complex problems, including escalated issues Independently develop and implement modeling and evaluation processes to determine the effectiveness of current operational activities.
- Provide oversight and perform research and gap analysis to determine and improve effectiveness of all operational documentation.
- Serve as a liaison between business ops and system team for the planning, implementation and maintenance of programs and contractual changes.
- Communicate status, risks, and issues to the Systems Analysis and Design Director, senior management and/or the client, as appropriate.
- Monitor BA activities with the Systems Analysis and Design Director to ensure that all business analysis activities are allocated appropriately and executed as planned.
- Ensure all business requirements and business processes are adequately documented.
- Lead cooperative efforts among members of a project team.
- Manage efficient execution of business meetings with internal project staff, client staff, and/or project vendors.
- Act as advisor to project team members to resolve problems.
- Provide support to operation senior staff, division managers and program managers.
- Develop high quality communications suitable for clients.
- Work effectively with internal and external business partners in the delivery of solutions.
- Maintain extensive and comprehensive working knowledge of all assigned programs and projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Program Specific Requirements:
- BABOK certified preferred
- Write complex SQL queries preferred
- Analyzing provider policy and resulting business process changes or similar experience required
- At least 3+ years Medicaid provider experience / Medicaid provider enrollment experience
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
Minimum Salary
$
100,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
150,000.00
$91k-115k yearly est. Easy Apply 9d ago
QUALITY REVIEW ANALYST- QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Aspirus 4.1
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day. ASPIRUS ST. LUKE'S ADMINISTRATION in Duluth, MN is seeking a QUALITY REVIEW ANALYST to join our QUALITY MANAGEMENT team!
Salary Range: $34.19 - $49.57 Hourly
Schedule/Hours: DAY ONLY, 8 hours
Weekend Requirement: Generally, No Weekends
FTE: FULL TIME, 1.00 FTE
Off Premise On-Call: No
JOB SUMMARY
Is responsible for reviewing cases for all of the following registries/ databases: STS (cardiac surgery), Acute Myocardial Infarction, ICD (implantable cardiac defibrillator), PCI (percutaneous cardiac intervention), stroke, and other registries as needed. Abstracts data from all applicable cases into each registry or database, assuring that standards for data accuracy and timeliness are met. Prepares reports for designated individuals and committees. Assists in organizational and departmental quality improvement projects, certifications, and process improvement efforts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Health Information Management, or related field
* Experience: At least one (1) year of recent experience in quality, informatics, health information management, medical records, or related field
* Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) within three (3) years of hire into position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Education: N/A
* Experience: Project Management, Informatics, Information Technology
* Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of statistical calculations, information display techniques and automated information systems. Skills in organizing work efficiently. Ability to work independently; demonstrate attention to detail; aptitude for accuracy and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
* READING - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
* WRITING - Intermediate: Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures.
* SPEAKING - Intermediate: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
* MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
* REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Stand - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
* Walk - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
* Sit - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
* Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
* Reach with hands and arms - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
* Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
* Bending-repetitive forward - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
* Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS
* Up to 10 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
* Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
Employee Benefits
* Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
* PTO accrual from day one!
* Generous retirement plan with match available.
* Wellness program for employees and their families.
Aspirus St. Luke's in Duluth is a cornerstone of health care in northeastern Minnesota, offering a wide range of medical specialties and advanced care services. With a history dating back to 1881, this downtown Duluth hospital has grown into a comprehensive medical center with a strong commitment to patient-centered care. The facility features a 267-bed hospital, state-of-the-art surgical and imaging technology, and a nationally recognized heart and vascular center. As part of the broader Aspirus system, St. Luke's is also known for its excellence in orthopedics, cancer care, and women's and children's health. In addition to the main hospital campus, the Duluth area includes multiple primary and specialty care clinics that serve the Twin Ports and surrounding communities. Duluth, MN
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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$34.2-49.6 hourly 29d ago
Business Intelligence Analyst - SAP Analytics
Boehringer Ingelheim Group 4.6
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Partner with the business client community to identify and analyze business needs and provide recommendations for technology solutions. Collaborate with IT, business clients, and/or solution providers to improve productivity and enhance processes in support of the client´s business goals. Responsibilities will include leading and participating in projects, baseline support, administrative and maintenance duties.
Boehringer Ingelheim is looking for an experienced, team-oriented and creative Business Intelligence professional to join our IT EDP SAP Analytics team. In this function, you will be responsible for providing Business Intelligence solutions to support our business. This comprises the technology and tools to manage data as well as to visualize the insights.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for our employees.
This role is based in our Duluth GA office on site 3 days per week.
Duties & Responsibilities
One of your key responsibilities will be the design of business intelligence solutions, which mainly run on an SAP BW/4HANA platform and may be composed of SAP Analysis for Office or SAP Analytics Cloud front-end solutions.
This includes maintenance, support, deployment, and enhancement of business intelligence solutions as part of a product or project team.
In addition, you act as solution when providing SAP data for downstream systems and AWS analytics and data science use cases.
You establish partnership with stakeholders, coordinate external development teams and ensure quality of deliverables.
Additionally, you scout and identify potential innovations in your area of expertise and implement them to create additional business value.
Requirements
Associate degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field with a minimum of 7 years experience; or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, or MIS, with a minimum of 5 years of experience; or a Master degree in Computer Science, MIS, with a minimum 3 years of experience; or relevant Business or IT experience of minimum of 7 years.
At least 3 years of professional experience in business intelligence cand development of business intelligence solutions
Experience in SAP BW/4HANA incl. programming skills, as well as reporting with SAP Analysis for Office and SAP Analytics Cloud
Experience as a key player in projects or products, with the ability to deal with complex interdependent project tasks in a global fast-moving and agile environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills, creative thinking, winning vision and with the ability to drive changes
Experience working in an international and intercultural environment, highly motivated, self-organized but also as reliable team player
Excellent spoken and written English, German is a plus, not required.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older
$87k-111k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Engineer I
Allete 4.5
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Engineer I - Distribution Grid Modernization $65,000-$82,000 | In-person role based in Duluth, MN Ready to lead various grid modernization projects while pursuing your PE license? Join Minnesota Power's Distribution Grid Modernization Engineering team and advance your career. You'll manage a variety of projects including grid automation, underground conversions, feeder upgrades, and SCADA deployments from concept to completion.
What You'll Do:
* Design and oversee various distribution grid modernization and strategic undergrounding projects with site visit opportunities during the project lifecycle.
* Grid Modernization projects may include deployments of 3-phase reclosers for Fault Location Isolation Service Restoration (FLISR), single-phase reclosers for lateral protection, sensors for visibility, and underground equipment automation.
* Manage complete project lifecycle: budgeting, design, permitting, procurement, construction oversight, and transition to operations.
* Develop project schedules, onboard and manage consultant services, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and procure construction services.
* Gain exposure to distribution system operations, protection coordination, reliability engineering, emerging technologies, and large-scale infrastructure.
Why Choose Minnesota Power:
Pursue your PE license with company support and mentorship while leading various distribution grid modernization projects which expand your knowledge of communications, control, and protection systems. You'll gain exposure to utility scale projects and renewable energy integration during our major distribution grid modernization expansion phase. You'll have development opportunities and clear advancement paths in our growing engineering organization with comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
What You Need:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering from EAC-ABET-accredited program (degree required by June 30, 2026).
* Electrical Engineering degree preferred - OR - Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree with relevant utility experience.
* Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be willing to travel to project sites.
* Project management interest/experience preferred.
* This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
Discover Duluth:
Located on the scenic shores of Lake Superior, Duluth offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure. Enjoy year-round access to hiking, skiing, and water sports, along with a lively downtown filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The city's vibrant community hosts a variety of events and activities for all ages, while the local food, arts, and craft brewery scenes provide something for everyone. Duluth is a welcoming place to live and build your career.
Who We Are:
As a leading electric utility serving northeastern Minnesota, we're powering a sustainable future through major grid modernization and renewable energy projects. You'll join a company known for safety excellence and environmental leadership, working on infrastructure that serves 150,000 customers including major industrial operations. Our culture puts people first while driving innovation in clean energy.
Ready to power Minnesota's future? Apply today - we're hiring now for immediate project assignments.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via ***********************
This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.
ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at ************.
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$65k-82k yearly 2d ago
SCADA Engineer
Barry-Wehmiller 4.5
Business analyst job in Lakewood, MN
About Us: BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.
Job Description:
Who You'll Work With
You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.
When you join Design Group as a SCADA Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. Design Group is widely known as an industry leader, recognized as a top system integrator, ranking #7 in the 2023 System Integrator Giants; as a Rockwell Platinum Integrator, the highest designation given to Rockwell partners; and as an Ignition Enterprise Premier Integrator. As a part of this team, you will learn from industry leading experts and may even have the chance to be an active participant in industry events like the Ignition Build-A-Thon which Design Group won in 2023!
In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world's leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Control System Integration Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
What You'll Do
* Technical project execution within the Information Solutions group, which includes budget, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction.
* Interface with clients to define and manage scope on complex projects. This will require significant technical knowledge as well as project management skills
* Develop, implement, and employ debugging and maintenance software
* Design SCADA, databases, and database interfaces
* Convey a positive image of Design Group and support for the development of strong Culture consistent with the Guiding Principles of Leadership.
* Support our Leadership teams in securing engineering engagements with current and future Design Group clients, which includes proposal preparation, estimating, contract negotiation, order processing, and project set-up.
* Planning of project workload and staffing of projects to ensure the proper execution of the work. Staffing strategy includes communication and coordination within the Information Solutions team
* Leveraging firm-wide Design Group standards and procedures for the execution of Information Solutions projects. This includes participating on councils responsible for overseeing and adopting firm-wide standards.
* Drive projects to completion and dive into technical details as necessary to support the project team's direction and execution
* Developing and maintaining relationships with key client contacts.
* Working with finance to ensure proper reporting of activities and project invoicing
What You'll Bring
* Minimum 5 years of experience in developing and providing automation solutions for the consumer products, life science and/or industrial industries.
* Technical experience should include architecting and implementation of SCADA, MES, data collection/reporting systems in various platforms. Strong preference for experience with Ignition, Rockwell, or Wonderware
* Prior experience as a system integrator is a plus
* Familiarity with Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, PLC5, SLC500), Siemens PLCs, PanelView HMIs,
industrial communication networks and .NET programming (preferred)
* System integration and ME applications experience (preferred)
* Experience in food and beverage, data centers, advanced technology, or life science industries (preferred)
* Experience should include a strong record of the successful client interface.
* Candidate must possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of management, clients, and vendors.
* Willing and able to travel as necessary for project requirements to include but not be limited to: project installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, or conventions, etc.
* Minimum B.S. in Engineering field is preferred, but consideration will be given to other computer or software degrees based on actual experience.
Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Controls Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.
Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Controls Engineer but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.
The approximate pay range for this position is $100-$150k. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.
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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
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$100k-150k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Engineer
American Precision Avionics 4.4
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
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AMERICAN PRECISION AVIONICS is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
Summary: The engineer is responsible for performing engineering initiatives to support production and operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create production documentation from engineering drawings
Interpretation of electrical schematics, Bills of Materials, and manufacturing specs
Labor and material estimates
Design electrical test fixtures and custom tooling to meet customer specifications
Provide technical support for manufacturing and testing issues
Direct maintenance personnel in fabrication of test equipment and tooling
Calibrate testing and tooling equipment
Cost reductions through lean manufacturing principles
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This is a fast-paced environment, requiring adaptability and flexibility.
· Ability to work with a cross functional multidisciplinary team
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related field
· Technical writing experience with strong typing skills
· Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) proficiency
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Lean manufacturing
· Standard Work development
· Programming and 3D printing
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
· Must be able to work at a computer or stand for long periods.
· Must be able to type on a keyboard and perform other repetitive tasks.
· Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
EEO Statement
: APAvionics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, martial, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.
ADA Statement
: It is APAvionics policy not to discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment because of such individual's disability or perceived disability, so long as the employee can perform the essential functions of the job. APAvionics will provide reasonable accommodations to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by ADA, who has made APAvionics aware of his/her disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the Company.
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$66k-89k yearly est. 20d ago
OSP Engineer
Pearce Services 4.7
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!
Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit *******************************
Your Impact:
Pearce is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced OSP Engineer to support telecommunications infrastructure projects. This role focuses on the design, planning, and implementation of outside plant (OSP) projects involving copper and fiber networks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, permitting, and construction coordination, along with the ability to manage budgets and ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
Core Responsibilities:
Engineering & Design
Design and plan outside plant facilities for copper and fiber infrastructure (aerial, buried, conduit).
Prepare and review engineering drawings, loop loss calculations, and switch serving area designs.
Conduct field measurements for poles, conduits, and buried facilities to support network design.
Develop project budgets, monitor actual costs, and conduct job inspections for quality assurance.
Permitting & Compliance
Prepare, organize, and submit permit packages to relevant agencies (Township, County, State, DNR, Railroad, Pipeline, etc.).
Ensure designs meet permitting regulations and engineering standards.
Field Coordination
Meet with municipal and government officials to coordinate around road projects (travel required; mileage reimbursed).
Collaborate with other utilities to coordinate relocations, minimize conflicts, and avoid project delays.
Support service orders, subdivision expansions, road relocations, dark fiber MDUs, and more.
Update FROGS (CAD), Varasset, and SiteTracker tools as required.
Project & Construction Support
Coordinate with SSP contractors to ensure timely and budget-conscious project completion.
Assist with make-ready work and joint-use coordination for Frontier-owned poles.
Conduct site surveys, support PUC complaint investigations, and create capital projects (e.g., for cell towers or plant repairs).
Address and resolve plant damage requests (DOR/PDR), cable count changes, and other network service needs.
Administrative Support
Maintain records, update engineering files, and process departmental documentation.
Draft and type correspondence, reports, and engineering support documents.
Core Experience:
3-5+ years of hands-on experience in copper and fiber optic network engineering.
Minimum 5 years in network engineering or OSP-related work, including permitting and fiber record management.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in Frontier engineering tools and systems, including FROGS, Varasset, and SiteTracker.
Skilled in communication and collaboration with municipal officials, utility companies, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
In-depth knowledge of permitting procedures and OSP construction practices.
Willingness to travel locally for fieldwork and meetings (mileage reimbursed).
Must reside in Minnesota
At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.
In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.
Base Pay Range$36-$38 USD
What We Offer
Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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$36-38 hourly Auto-Apply 1d ago
Senior Continuous Improvement Analyst
Essentia Health 4.0
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The Senior Continuous Improvement Analyst gathers the necessary requirements from the customer and creates documentation to support the analytics being produced, presents findings, and suggests improvements for data quality and workflow. The Analyst may be required to lead areas of projects, develop, and implement new methodologies and make recommendations to improve both the business and processes. They can lead and work on highly complex projects with large degrees of risk, often serving in the role of project manager. Senior analysts provide accurate and timely feedback to team members on project performance, outcomes, accomplishments, and opportunities.
**Education Qualifications:**
Key Responsibilities:
+ Collaborates with project teams and leadership regarding financial and clinic analysis
+ Designs and generates standardized reporting to support improvement efforts
+ Performs trend analysis, develops, and maintains analytical methodologies, tools, and data to support continuous improvement efforts
+ Creates assigned/appropriate deliverables as a part of assigned projects or ad hoc development assignments
+ Escalates and collaborates with department leadership on program issues and risks to identify solutions
+ Provides technical expertise to other staff involved in data analysis and supporting data visualization
+ Acts as a liaison between finance and operational leaders to ensure they have relevant tools and data and understand how to use them to identify ongoing improvement opportunities
+ Performs data modeling, database development and management
+ Evaluates outcomes to identify the greatest impact on and why
+ Defines metrics which determine performance for overall strategy and individual interventions within the strategy.
+ Identifies, plans and implements key projects to improve quality, reduce costs, increase productivity and improve cycle time by reducing wasted time, rework, etc. resulting in significant business improvement and customer satisfaction
+ Provides leadership with project status updates, feedback, and appropriate reporting on key responsibilities and objectives. Prepares monthly project scorecard reports, including visual project scorecard
+ Consults with leaders and teams across the system to identify opportunities and develop plans for effective outcomes
Educational Requirements:
+ Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, healthcare administration or related field
Required Qualifications:
+ 5 years' work experience
+ Project management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Automation Analytic Experience
+ Experience in the following programs: Tableau, Slicer Dicer, MS Project, Clarity, Workday, Epic, Power Bi, Advanced Excel, Vizient, Strata, Visio, Queuing Theory & Productivity Reporting Experience, Service Now
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at **************.
**Job Location:** Building D - Miller Dwan Medical Center - EH Duluth
**Shift Rotation:** Day Rotation (United States of America)
**Shift Start/End:** /
**Hours Per Pay Period:**
**Compensation Range:** $63877 - $95826 / year
**Union:**
**FTE:** 1
**Weekends:**
**Call Obligations:**
**Sign On Bonus:**
It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.
$63.9k-95.8k yearly 50d ago
Aftermarket Business Analyst
Cirrus Aircraft 4.3
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet, the world's first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) - the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has three locations in the United States, located in Duluth, Minnesota, Grand Forks, North Dakota and Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more at **********************
The BusinessAnalyst will be detail-oriented and an analytical thinker that will drive data-informed decision-making related to pricing, market trends, and profitability for the Cirrus Aftermarket product line. The ideal candidate will analyze internal and external data, develop strategic insights, and recommend pricing and marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and optimize product revenue. This role plays a critical part in shaping product pricing, promotional efforts, and identifying opportunities for business growth.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
* Manage and update price books, quote tools, pricing calculators and systems to ensure everything is accurate and up to date.
* Align pricing and costing across the entire catalog of product offerings, to meet departmental and enterprise goals.
* Evaluate pricing using industry benchmarks, historical sales trends, and competitor pricing strategies. Provide actionable reports and insights to leadership for data-driven pricing decisions.
* Identify and assess marketing strategies to improve profit margins and customer acquisition. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to implement and measure campaign performance.
* Develop and maintain tools and dashboards that detect changing market trends and customer preferences, helping to adjust business strategies proactively.
* Determine optimal sales and clearance pricing to drive customer traffic while balancing profitability and inventory goals.
* Compare sales data across multiple periods, identify causes behind performance fluctuations, and recommend responsive actions to improve outcomes.
* Manage product setup and maintenance for both new and existing products.
* Assist in creating a standardized pricing process across the company for greater efficiency and consistency.
* Establish pricing models for new product lines, to align with market trends and/or corporate strategies.
* Collaborate on the development and deployment of sales training materials to support new product introductions and existing product lines.
* Design, track, and report on department-level KPIs to support cost management and strategic pricing decisions. Maintain accuracy and consistency in data reporting and performance evaluation.
* Collaborate with other departments to maintain consistent pricing / costing methodologies across the company and drive continuous improvement opportunities as necessary.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field
* 2-4 years of experience in business analysis, pricing strategy, or a similar role
* Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, data-driven environment
* Strong understanding of pricing models and margin optimization
* Experience with aircraft or aircraft parts/systems is encouraged
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
* 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
* Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
* Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
* Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
* Generous PTO: 120 + hours accrued within the first year.
* Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
* Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
* Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
* Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
The compensation listed is for MN only
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
$92k-120k yearly est. 32d ago
QUALITY ANALYST I - PATIENT SERVICE CENTER
Aspirus 4.1
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day. ASPIRUS ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL in Duluth, MN is seeking a QUALITY ANALYST I to join our PATIENT SERVICE CENTER team!
Salary Range: $20.01 - $29.01 Hourly
Schedule/Hours: DAY ONLY, 8 hours
Weekend Requirement: Generally No Weekends
FTE: FULL TIME, 1.000000 FTE
Off Premise On-Call: No
Position Description
Under the direction of the Supervisor - Quality Assurance, the QA Analyst 1 monitors and evaluates scheduler and contact center interactions to ensure compliance with established quality standards and service expectations.
This position is responsible for direct monitoring and documentation of performance, identifying trends, and evaluating patient-facing interactions across Aspirus' contact centers to uphold service quality, compliance, and patient satisfaction objectives. The QA Analyst 1 collaborates with operational supervisors to reinforce consistent quality and assists with QA reporting, calibration, and basic trend analysis, contributing to ongoing quality-improvement efforts within the Patient Service Center and other patient service areas under the Shared Support model.
HOURS: Full Time 1.0 FTE, 80 Hours Biweekly
Experience/Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred
* 1-2 years of experience in a contact center or customer-service environment required.
* Prior exposure to quality monitoring or coaching processes preferred.
* Healthcare or patient-access experience preferred.
* Proficient with Excel and QA platforms
* Excellent listening and documentation skills.
* Ability to interpret and communicate feedback objectively and professionally.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team structure.
* Demonstrated experience in continuous learning and improvement.
Employee Benefits
* Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
* PTO accrual from day one!
* Generous retirement plan with match available.
* Wellness program for employees and their families.
Aspirus St. Luke's in Duluth is a cornerstone of health care in northeastern Minnesota, offering a wide range of medical specialties and advanced care services. With a history dating back to 1881, this downtown Duluth hospital has grown into a comprehensive medical center with a strong commitment to patient-centered care. The facility features a 267-bed hospital, state-of-the-art surgical and imaging technology, and a nationally recognized heart and vascular center. As part of the broader Aspirus system, St. Luke's is also known for its excellence in orthopedics, cancer care, and women's and children's health. In addition to the main hospital campus, the Duluth area includes multiple primary and specialty care clinics that serve the Twin Ports and surrounding communities. Duluth, MN
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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$20-29 hourly 7d ago
Business Development Analyst Sr
Cirrus 3.4
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The Business Development Analyst is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, analyzing market trends, and supporting strategic initiatives to drive business expansion. This position plays a key role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic acquisition, investment and internal start-up opportunities aligned with the company's growth objectives. As an individual contributor within the Finance organization, this role works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to develop market analyses, create business cases, manage the M&A pipeline and drive all phases of the M&A lifecycle-from sourcing and initial diligence to valuation, deal execution, and post-close integration planning. The ideal candidate is analytical, commercially savvy, and highly collaborative.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Identify Growth Opportunities
Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify potential business opportunities and partnerships
Quantify and prioritize a portfolio of organic revenue growth ideas, routinely vet with business and corporate leadership, and drive business case development of top opportunities
Identify potential acquisition targets or partnership opportunities based on strategic fit, industry trends, and market research, and maintain a M&A target pipeline aligned to corporate strategy
Data Analysis
Conduct thorough research and analysis of industry trends, competitor activities, and, consumer behavior to inform strategic decisions
Perform detailed financial modeling (pro forma P&Ls) and valuation analysis (DCF, market comps, precedent transactions, etc.)
Analyze historical and projected financial performance of targets to assess viability and fit
Monitor industry trends, competitors, and strategic activity to inform M&A strategy
Maintain knowledge of valuation trends, deal structures, and best practices in M&A
Due Diligence Management
Lead cross-functional due diligence programs across Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, and other teams.
Develop diligence workplans and coordinate communication across internal and external stakeholders
Transaction Execution
Support negotiation of deal terms, purchase agreements, and related transaction documentation in collaboration with legal and external advisors
Prepare and present reports on finding and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders to support decision making processes
Develop investment memos and presentations for executive leadership and board-level review
Integration Planning
Partner with functional teams to build integration playbooks and identify key risks and synergies
Support tracking and realization of value post-close.
OTHER
Actively supports our mission, vision and core values and demonstrates Cirrus' Service Essentials
Follows standard operating procedures and processing guidelines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness
Participates in department meetings and offers suggestions and ideas for process improvement
Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance
Other projects and duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
4-7 years of progressive experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, private equity, consulting, or strategic finance.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex data, identify trends, and generate actional insights.
Familiarity with business intelligence tools and data analysis software (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).
Proven experience with financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and transaction execution.
Strong business acumen and the ability to assess strategic fit and commercial rationale.
Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences and executive teams.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, HR, Tax, and Operations teams.
Competencies:
Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Builds Networks: Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks both internally and externally
Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Curiosity: Demonstrates ability to look deeper and tactfully ask probing questions to identify issues and create innovative solutions
Business Insight: Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. Travel up to 20% may be required as necessary.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
$77k-101k yearly est. 60d+ ago
AD, Business Architecture & Strategy
Boehringer Ingelheim Group 4.6
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The AD Business Architecture & Strategy position leads and advocates strategic direction for US Commercial Business ecosystem landscape including initiatives with various Customer Experience (CX) pillars, the Strategic Business Units, and other Commercial Businessteams that drives revenue management / top-line sales targets and profitability. This individual will work with both local and global Business and IT leaders to advocate for a US Direct Selling commercial business end-to-end architecture from upstream systems like SAP S4Hana/MDG/GTS/OTC Pricing/Vistex(Pricing, Contracts, Rebates, Transaction processing) thru downstream systems like CRM (Veeva), Salesforce Service Cloud, e-Commerce(Magento), Incentive Compensation, Alignments, Data Hubs, and various third-party vendor systems and onto reporting endpoints with Data Warehousing, Analytics, Data Science and Reporting. This includes ownership of US business processes, integrations, and data lineage architecture throughout the ecosystem. This individual will add value to help grow our Business including identification of new opportunities, simplification of landscape, and management of the business platform ecosystem. This person is responsible for building true trusted strategic partnerships and actively engaging in the relationship between IT and our Business teams locally and globally. This role will lead Technology Governance, standards, processes, and tools locally and serve as a strong lead on the BI's global boards. This role will interface at Local & Global levels to ensure business goals, information strategy, data strategy, and processes are aligned with vision and included in the decision making process. This role is critical in the change management process for the Business, GBS, and IT to ensure the teams are communicated to and issues are escalated properly and timely.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
This role is based in the Duluth, GA office
Duties & Responsibilities
Strategy:
This person is accountable for:
Local and Global cross-functional interface with key stakeholders across various functions. This position is responsible for business strategy alignment with the ecosystem.
Mapping featurefunction capabilities to Revenue Management and Profitability opportunities
Responsible for further design, development and continuous improvement of capabilities and the delivery of services. In Scope includes requirements, standard processes, tools, platforms, integrations, appropriate business rules, data management, and blueprint design for the capabilities
Responsible for proper communication with respective business functions and markets to meet business needs and goals. Drives proactive risk assessment efforts to identify potential gaps and develop action plans needed to prevent recurrence of issues and resolve business needs
Industry expert in AH Commercial Business Platforms and Technology
Provide strategic direction that will lead to improved operating efficiencies and enhanced user experience.
Utilize internal resources including budget for assigned team, consultants, and third party vendors for the execution of objectives.
Build relationships with stakeholders.
Influence stakeholders and business partners to support vision and solutions for team.
Alignment advocacy with key data stakeholders across various functions related to Global cross-functional interfaces.
Strategic Partner:
This individual must have a true understanding of the US Business, its strategic direction, underlying processes, required outcomes, and corresponding pain points and in turn, drive technology-enabled lifecycle delivery providing leadership, assurance, and confidence to stakeholders.
This person will also set expectations, deliver, and promote the value of IT to their business partners. This individual will have excellent organizational abilities and be creative based on best practices in the technology landscape. Staying current and leveraging industry trends will be key to this role to advance our Business strategies. This individualwill challenge the Business and IT to drive for success and represent business interests in IT funding decisions.
Present and facilitate meetings adapting content to the different audiences at all levels in the organization and external industry. Manage different stakeholders and influence behaviors related to the use of the information by communicating success, concerns, risks, and status updates on related work. Work directly with peers to develop and lead communications for core processes, systems, and best practices.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Marketing, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field, with a minimum of eight to ten (8-10) years progressive experience.
A Master's degree is preferred.
At least eight to ten (8-10) years of working experience in Animal Health or direct selling businesses with part of the time in IT, Business, US and Global experience.
Strong experience in demonstrating appropriate balance of business and technical capabilities.
Requires a strong technology and operational background with proven experience specifically in s4/hana and other commercial applications primarily on a salesforce platform.
International exposure and/or experience working in a global team setup.
Demonstrated experience in working with IT on system improvements and execution.
Excellent knowledge and skills with the broad technology landscape.
Possesses an in-depth understanding of revenue management and importance of Marketing & Sales related information and technology to a company, how information is vital to its operations and the interactions of its functions, and why it is critical that business information and technology be managed.
Demonstrated expertise in data and technology like SAP ERP Ecosystem (MDG, S/4 Hana, Vistex, GTS, OTC), Veeva CRM, Sales Force Service Cloud, Data Warehouses, Power BI, Alteryx, Python is a plus.
Must have a true understanding of US direct sales models along with strong IT acumen in the delivery of technology-enabled business and IT processes and data lifecycles. This individual should promote the value of IT to their business partners as well as the business needs to IT.
Must be able to influence the technology direction for the company.
Must have excellent knowledge of the technology and capability in scope of the full Platform and technology landscape with regards to methods & process, data and best practices.
Ability to negotiate and influence across a matrix & cross-functional organization
Good judgment in evaluating benefits and risks and providing sound recommendations
Language: Fluency in oral and written English; further language skills is a plus
Strong results orientation
Self-motivation and ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in the fast paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely communicate ideas, facts, and technical information to senior management, as well as other internal customers both verbally and written.
Demonstrated excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to work with other disciplines.
Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
History of successful performance.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older
$104k-126k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Lead Analyst - ISSO
Maximus 4.3
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Description & Requirements The Maximus Lead Analyst (ISSO) will work directly with the Maximus ISO Federal Director to identify and manage implementation of security policies, standards, and procedures that support customers with federal requirements to include FISMA, applicable FAR Clauses, Executive Orders, and OMB's specific to systems assigned. The primary role of the ISSO will be the oversight of implementation of FedRAMP Moderate controls for Maximus FedRAMP systems and the management, and administration of a System Security Plan (SSP) to include all required artifacts needed for ATO continuous monitoring in accordance with agency specific and contractual requirements. This role will support the primary ISSO for Maximus Cloud.
*Position is contingent upon contract award*
This is a fully remote role.
Must have the ability to pass a federal background check.
Equipment will be provided but must meet the remote position requirement provided below:
Remote Position Requirements:
- Hardwired internet (ethernet) connection
- Internet download speed of 25mbps and 5mbps (10 preferred) upload or higher required (you can test this by going to ******************
- Private work area and adequate power source
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for ensuring information security for an assigned area of Business/Project focusing on key areas of risk, as outlined in the Information Security policy, under the direction of the Information Security management team.
- Conduct Information Security risk assessments and compliance evaluations for infrastructure and application assets within required timeframes and to industry standards and regulatory specifications.
- Ensure controls are properly and fully implemented to address identified Information Security risks for assigned area of responsibility.
- Define, create and maintain the documentation for certification and accreditation of each information system in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Lead and support audits and client reviews of security posture; coordinate the collection, review and submission of Information Security deliverables and track the remediation of audit findings and exceptions.
- Manage expectations with multiple stakeholders on projects and programs in conjunction with the Information Security team.
- Promotion of Information Security awareness through various communication channels within the organization.
- Collaborate with the Information Security team members on process improvements, secure design and recertification of MAXIMUS assets.
- Create and manage System Security Plan and creation and or validation of all associated artifacts required to maintain FedRAMP ATO and NIST 800-53 compliance to include but not limited to a System Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) Strategy, HW/SW lists, Information Flow Diagrams, System Categorization Forms, System Topologies, Configuration Management Plan, Configuration Control Board (CCB) Charter, System and Services Acquisition Plan, System and Information Integrity Plan, System and Communication Protection Plan, Security Assessment and Authorization Plan, Risk Assessment Plan, Program Management Plan, Security Planning, Physical and Environmental Protection Plan, Personnel Security Plan, Media Protection Plan, Identification and Authentication Plan, Contingency Plan, Audit and Accountability Plan, Security Awareness and Training Plan, Incident Response Plan, Access Control Plan, SCRM Plan, Risk Assessment Review (RAR) and Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M). (50%)
- Liaison with Maximus Federal business units, Maximus Corporate business units, system owner, and external stakeholders to ensure all legal and contractual requirements pertaining to cybersecurity, physical security, and Information Assurance are being met. (20%)
-Communicate federal requirements to Maximus Information Security Office (ISO) and advise implementation of applicable security controls and hardening standards to governance and technical teams. (10%)
- Assist the BISO and ISO Team in the identification and assignment of control owners throughout the organization and continually review controls on organizationally defined periodicities. (10%)
- Actively collaborate with Maximus Threat and Vulnerability Management (TVM) Team to ensure applicable technologies are compliant with defined vulnerability remediation timelines and hardening standards via enterprise vulnerability management tools. (10%)
Minimum Requirements
- Please refer to the additional information section of the job requisition for this opening to determine clearance eligibility required.
- Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
- 7+ of security or technology related experience.
- GSA RMF and A&A Experience desired
- Strong understanding of federal requirements to include but not limited to applicable Executive Orders, FedRAMP, FISMA, FIPS, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-60, and NIST 800-65.
- Experience developing SSP's and applicable artifacts required for A&A activities.
- Experience with STIG compliance.
- Experience with vulnerability management and assessment via Qualys, Tenable, Acunetix, and AWS Inspector.
- Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
- Exercises judgement in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
- Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
- Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems.
- Work requires considerable judgment and initiative.
- Ability to communicate technical information in understandable business terms.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, presentation skills, and verbal / written communication skills.
- Strong customer service abilities required.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of staff.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
- Ability to execute many complex tasks simultaneously, and work as a team member as well as independently.
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
Minimum Salary
$
90,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
130,000.00
$101k-127k yearly est. Easy Apply 3d ago
Senior Continuous Improvement Analyst
Essentia Health 4.0
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The Senior Continuous Improvement Analyst gathers the necessary requirements from the customer and creates documentation to support the analytics being produced, presents findings, and suggests improvements for data quality and workflow. The Analyst may be required to lead areas of projects, develop, and implement new methodologies and make recommendations to improve both the business and processes. They can lead and work on highly complex projects with large degrees of risk, often serving in the role of project manager. Senior analysts provide accurate and timely feedback to team members on project performance, outcomes, accomplishments, and opportunities.
Education Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborates with project teams and leadership regarding financial and clinic analysis
* Designs and generates standardized reporting to support improvement efforts
* Performs trend analysis, develops, and maintains analytical methodologies, tools, and data to support continuous improvement efforts
* Creates assigned/appropriate deliverables as a part of assigned projects or ad hoc development assignments
* Escalates and collaborates with department leadership on program issues and risks to identify solutions
* Provides technical expertise to other staff involved in data analysis and supporting data visualization
* Acts as a liaison between finance and operational leaders to ensure they have relevant tools and data and understand how to use them to identify ongoing improvement opportunities
* Performs data modeling, database development and management
* Evaluates outcomes to identify the greatest impact on and why
* Defines metrics which determine performance for overall strategy and individual interventions within the strategy.
* Identifies, plans and implements key projects to improve quality, reduce costs, increase productivity and improve cycle time by reducing wasted time, rework, etc. resulting in significant business improvement and customer satisfaction
* Provides leadership with project status updates, feedback, and appropriate reporting on key responsibilities and objectives. Prepares monthly project scorecard reports, including visual project scorecard
* Consults with leaders and teams across the system to identify opportunities and develop plans for effective outcomes
Educational Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, healthcare administration or related field
Required Qualifications:
* 5 years' work experience
* Project management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
* Automation Analytic Experience
* Experience in the following programs: Tableau, Slicer Dicer, MS Project, Clarity, Workday, Epic, Power Bi, Advanced Excel, Vizient, Strata, Visio, Queuing Theory & Productivity Reporting Experience, Service Now
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
FTE:
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Remote
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Shift End Time:
Weekends:
Holidays:
No
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range:
$63,876.80 - $95,825.60
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at **************.
$63.9k-95.8k yearly Auto-Apply 7d ago
Business Development Analyst Sr
Cirrus Aircraft 4.3
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The Business Development Analyst is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, analyzing market trends, and supporting strategic initiatives to drive business expansion. This position plays a key role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic acquisition, investment and internal start-up opportunities aligned with the company's growth objectives. As an individual contributor within the Finance organization, this role works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to develop market analyses, create business cases, manage the M&A pipeline and drive all phases of the M&A lifecycle-from sourcing and initial diligence to valuation, deal execution, and post-close integration planning. The ideal candidate is analytical, commercially savvy, and highly collaborative.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
* Identify Growth Opportunities
* Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify potential business opportunities and partnerships
* Quantify and prioritize a portfolio of organic revenue growth ideas, routinely vet with business and corporate leadership, and drive business case development of top opportunities
* Identify potential acquisition targets or partnership opportunities based on strategic fit, industry trends, and market research, and maintain a M&A target pipeline aligned to corporate strategy
* Data Analysis
* Conduct thorough research and analysis of industry trends, competitor activities, and, consumer behavior to inform strategic decisions
* Perform detailed financial modeling (pro forma P&Ls) and valuation analysis (DCF, market comps, precedent transactions, etc.)
* Analyze historical and projected financial performance of targets to assess viability and fit
* Monitor industry trends, competitors, and strategic activity to inform M&A strategy
* Maintain knowledge of valuation trends, deal structures, and best practices in M&A
* Due Diligence Management
* Lead cross-functional due diligence programs across Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, and other teams.
* Develop diligence workplans and coordinate communication across internal and external stakeholders
* Transaction Execution
* Support negotiation of deal terms, purchase agreements, and related transaction documentation in collaboration with legal and external advisors
* Prepare and present reports on finding and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders to support decision making processes
* Develop investment memos and presentations for executive leadership and board-level review
* Integration Planning
* Partner with functional teams to build integration playbooks and identify key risks and synergies
* Support tracking and realization of value post-close.
OTHER
* Actively supports our mission, vision and core values and demonstrates Cirrus' Service Essentials
* Follows standard operating procedures and processing guidelines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness
* Participates in department meetings and offers suggestions and ideas for process improvement
* Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance
* Other projects and duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 4-7 years of progressive experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, private equity, consulting, or strategic finance.
* Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex data, identify trends, and generate actional insights.
* Familiarity with business intelligence tools and data analysis software (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).
* Proven experience with financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and transaction execution.
* Strong business acumen and the ability to assess strategic fit and commercial rationale.
* Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences and executive teams.
* Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, HR, Tax, and Operations teams.
Competencies:
* Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
* Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
* Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
* Builds Networks: Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks both internally and externally
* Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
* Curiosity: Demonstrates ability to look deeper and tactfully ask probing questions to identify issues and create innovative solutions
* Business Insight: Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. Travel up to 20% may be required as necessary.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
* 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
* Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
* Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
* Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
* Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
* Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
* Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
* Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
* Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
$83k-106k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Sr. Technical Analyst
Maximus 4.3
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
Description & Requirements Maximus is seeking a qualified Sr. Technical Analyst for multiple projects, current and upcoming. The qualified candidate will be involved in technical planning and assessment projects with multiple state agencies. The position requires the candidate to produce technical analyses, develop estimates, review and contribute to requirements for large systems-planning efforts in the Child Support, Child Welfare, and Integrated Eligibility (SNAP, TANF, Medicaid) public-sector domains. The individual will report directly to a Senior Manager. Maximus is a matrix-managed organization, which means the individual will have secondary reporting relationships to one or more Project Managers, depending on which projects they are assigned.
*This role is remote but requires working standard business hours in the US time zone of the client. This position is contingent upon award. *
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project managers on various initiatives and projects to track progress and provide support as necessary.
- Support leadership in ensuring that the project is delivered to specifications, is on time, and within budget.
- Work closely with management and work groups to create and maintain work plan documents.
- Track the status and due dates of projects.
- Manage relationships with project staff responsible for projects.
- Produce regular weekly and monthly status reports that could include; work plan status, target dates, budget, resource capacity, and other reports as needed.
- Facilitate regular meetings and reviews.
- Adhere to contract requirements and comply with all corporate policies and procedures.
Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
-Perform duties independently under the direction of their direct manager and/or Project Managers on specific projects.
-Review project documentation and client materials and provide analysis of technical and business topics.
-Participate in client meetings and offer observations and insight of technical and business topics.
-Identify risk areas and potential problems that require proactive attention.
-Review artifacts and other project documents and identify potential gaps, inconsistencies, or other issues that may put the project at risk. Such artifacts and documents include but are not limited to:
*Application Lifecycle Management Plan
*System Security Plan
*System Architecture Document
*Database Development Plan
*Configuration Management Plan
*System Requirements
*Functional Design Documents
*Technical System Design
*Data Conversion and Migration Management Plan
*Deployment and/or roll-out plans
-Identify and escalate to the Senior Manager / Project Manager risks, alternatives, and potential quality issues.
-Attend interviews, focus groups, or other meetings necessary to gather information for project deliverables in accordance with the project scope of work.
-Attend project meetings with the client, subcontractors, project stakeholders, or other Maximus Team members, as requested by the Senior Manager / Project Manager.
-Complete project work in compliance with Maximus standards and procedures.
-Support team to complete assigned responsibilities as outlined in the Project schedule.
-Support all other tasks assigned by Senior Manager / Project Manager.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- 7-10 years of relevant professional experience required.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.
Job Specific Requirements:
-Be available to work during standard client business hours. Projects may involve clients from any US time zone, so it is possible that work outside of the individual's local business hours will be required.
-Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or science from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
-8+ years of progressive technical experience in technical disciplines and roles. E.g.:
*Software Developer to Architect to Manager
*BusinessAnalyst to Project Manager to Senior Manager
-3+ years working on/with large Health & Human Services (HHS) system modernization projects, to include Child Support, Child Welfare, or Integrated Eligibility (SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid).
-Familiar with multiple computer languages.
-Familiar with mainframe technologies (e.g. CICS COBOL, NATURAL / ADABAS, VMS, etc.)
-Familiar with operating systems: Windows, Linux/UNIX, OS/X.
-Familiar with AI tools, capabilities.
-Familiar with databases and database tools: DB2, Oracle, MS SQL Server, TOAD.
-Strong command of cloud computing topics.
-Strong command of agile software development practices as well as waterfall development practices.
-Strong desktop software skills: proficient in MS Office, Excel, Word, Project.
-Ability to explain and communicate technical subjects to non-technical audiences.
-Ability to develop solutions to highly complex problems which require a high degree of ingenuity and innovation.
-Ability to ensure solutions are consistent with organization, client, and project objectives and constraints.
-Ability to develop advanced concepts, techniques, and standards requiring a high level of interpersonal and technical skills.
-Ability to work independently.
-Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
-Strong interpersonal and team building skills, as well as an understanding of client relationship building are essential.
-Excellent verbal and writing skills and be comfortable working with customers.
-Ability to multi-task with supervision.
-Self-motivated fast learner.
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
Minimum Salary
$
120,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
140,000.00
$87k-109k yearly est. Easy Apply 9d ago
Corporate Development Analyst Sr
Cirrus 3.4
Business analyst job in Duluth, MN
The Corporate Business Development Analyst is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, analyzing market trends, and supporting strategic initiatives to drive business expansion. This position plays a key role in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic acquisition, investment and internal start-up opportunities aligned with the company's growth objectives. As an individual contributor within the Finance organization, this role works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to develop market analyses, create business cases, manage the M&A pipeline and drive all phases of the M&A lifecycle-from sourcing and initial diligence to valuation, deal execution, and post-close integration planning. The ideal candidate is analytical, commercially savvy, and highly collaborative.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Identify Growth Opportunities
Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify potential business opportunities and partnerships
Quantify and prioritize a portfolio of organic revenue growth ideas, routinely vet with business and corporate leadership, and drive business case development of top opportunities
Identify potential acquisition targets or partnership opportunities based on strategic fit, industry trends, and market research, and maintain a M&A target pipeline aligned to corporate strategy
Data Analysis
Conduct thorough research and analysis of industry trends, competitor activities, and, consumer behavior to inform strategic decisions
Perform detailed financial modeling (pro forma P&Ls) and valuation analysis (DCF, market comps, precedent transactions, etc.)
Analyze historical and projected financial performance of targets to assess viability and fit
Monitor industry trends, competitors, and strategic activity to inform M&A strategy
Maintain knowledge of valuation trends, deal structures, and best practices in M&A
Due Diligence Management
Lead cross-functional due diligence programs across Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, and other teams.
Develop diligence workplans and coordinate communication across internal and external stakeholders
Transaction Execution
Support negotiation of deal terms, purchase agreements, and related transaction documentation in collaboration with legal and external advisors
Prepare and present reports on finding and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders to support decision making processes
Develop investment memos and presentations for executive leadership and board-level review
Integration Planning
Partner with functional teams to build integration playbooks and identify key risks and synergies
Support tracking and realization of value post-close.
OTHER
Actively supports our mission, vision and core values and demonstrates Cirrus' Service Essentials
Follows standard operating procedures and processing guidelines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness
Participates in department meetings and offers suggestions and ideas for process improvement
Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance
Other projects and duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
4-7 years of progressive experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, private equity, consulting, or strategic finance.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex data, identify trends, and generate actional insights.
Familiarity with business intelligence tools and data analysis software (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).
Proven experience with financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and transaction execution.
Strong business acumen and the ability to assess strategic fit and commercial rationale.
Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences and executive teams.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, HR, Tax, and Operations teams.
Competencies:
Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Builds Networks: Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks both internally and externally
Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Curiosity: Demonstrates ability to look deeper and tactfully ask probing questions to identify issues and create innovative solutions
Business Insight: Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. Travel up to 20% may be required as necessary.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
How much does a business analyst earn in Duluth, MN?
The average business analyst in Duluth, MN earns between $52,000 and $98,000 annually. This compares to the national average business analyst range of $53,000 to $103,000.
Average business analyst salary in Duluth, MN
$71,000
What are the biggest employers of Business Analysts in Duluth, MN?
The biggest employers of Business Analysts in Duluth, MN are: