Business Analyst I

Akima, LLC•Lusby, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

AFO is looking for a Business Analyst I to work in Fort Sill, OK. The Business Analyst is a member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the Business Manager. Both collaboratively support the Site Project Manager on the Department of Defense Enhanced Army Global Logistics Enterprise (EAGLE) program at Ft. Sill (FSOK). To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities This individual will actively assist the Business Manager in all aspects of program execution as an operational extension to ensure program-level mission success -- supporting, liaising, and collaborating within a high-performing team to ensure efficient business operations, logistics services, on-site personnel support, and client satisfaction). This includes providing timely operational insights, coordinating resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring alignment between day-to-day operations, contractual requirements, and project objectives all while providing a customer service-oriented perspective. The role requires mission oriented and can-do mindsets, strong analytical skills, sound judgment, initiative, engagement, discretion, the ability to build effective relationships, deliver results, and to collaborate effectively across multiple departments to help drive superior results within the PMO.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; 18+ years old; U.S. citizen or work eligible.
Proven track record of contributing to collaborative high-performing teams across multiple business functions.
Ability to provide information and reports, resolve issues and recommend actions to improve delivery of services to the customers.
Strong organizational skills; multitasking, prioritizing, and adapting to changing operational needs.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Resourceful, proactive, and results oriented.
Proficient in standard office software.
Fluent in English (read, write, speak, understand).
Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 Investigation result and obtain and maintain a CAC.
Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Leadership, Finance, Project Management, Administration, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive experience in acquisitions, operations, and field support functions within large, complex organizations (or equivalent military training).
Demonstrated expertise in command-level operational support, and practical experience coordinating across multiple departments and stakeholders.
Expertise in operational or administrative management.
In-depth knowledge of and ability to perform compliantly with U.S. Government, Department of Defense, and command-level policies, procedures, and regulations.
Proven ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and innovative problem-solving techniques to address complex operational challenges.
Background in manpower management and staff-level communications, including coordination with executive leadership.
Ability to set priorities, manage competing demands, and meet immediate and long-term operational deadlines.
Prior proven track record of business operations, leadership, or management experience; ideally in support of military missions.
Familiarity with modern management or leadership practices.
Familiarity with commercial business practices applied to military or U.S. government customers.
Practical experience and courage in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
The ability to deliver significant, relevant, and actionable information to senior decision makers in environments with competing priorities and evolving mission needs.
Proficient in MS Office and HR systems such as iCIMS; familiarity with administrative software.
Practical experience in Army operations, logistics, or training.
Technical writing.
Peer coaching.

Responsibilities

Liaise, assist, and collaborate with the site-level leadership team to deliver effective support in day-to-day operations to achieve mission requirements. Interfacing across Transportation, Supply and Services, Maintenance, Quality Control/Assurance, Project Management, and Administrative teams.
Assist the Business Manager and Project Manager to ensure site-level logistics operations are executed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with established performance metrics and contractual requirements.
Coordinate with operational teams on schedules and operational priorities.
Generate reports and correspondence to support management decision-making.
Leverage HR and administrative systems (iCIMS, Verified Credential, Excel, Costpoint, Sharepoint) efficiently.
Assist with special projects, audit-ready documentation, and overflow PMO tasks.
Provide support as directed by management. Support projects, audits, investigations, and corrective action plans as required.
Perform other duties as assigned; work occasional overtime and remain flexible to meet operational needs.
Assist in developing and implementing operational plans, schedules, and procedures to support short- and long-term mission objectives.
Monitor operational tempo and facilitate clear communication across staff, government representatives, and external stakeholders.
Use logistics and enterprise systems, including SAP-based platforms, to track operations, assets, and performance.
Analyze performance data and collaborate in process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Provide regular operational reports and briefings to government and senior leadership.
Assist PMO leadership in alignment with priorities and resources to meet operational deadlines.
Act as the primary HR and Recruiting liaison, collaborating with the Corporate HR and Recruiting teams on hiring, onboarding, compliance, compensation analysis, and personnel management.
Support recruitment efforts by drafting and posting job openings, coordinating with internal and external recruiting stakeholders, and participating in job fairs.
Ensure all contract and corporate HR and Recruiting reporting requirements are met.
Assist with procurement, including vendors, subcontractors, and materials acquisition in compliance with corporate procurement policies (including P-Card purchases, ensuring timely monthly reconciliations).
Assist with purchase orders and proposal development in accordance with government and corporate regulations.
Develop and maintain project performance metrics to assess operational efficiency and inform CPAR development.
Ensure accurate and timely corporate and customer reporting and communications in all areas of responsibility.
Assist in tracking contractual deliverables, obligations, compliance and training requirements (including project documentation on SharePoint, contracts, modifications, budgets, schedules, financial reports, deliverables, training records (LMS), and invoices).