Operational Analyst

Proaction International • Chicago, IL

17d • Onsite

About The Position

At Proaction International , we partner with organizations across various industries, from aerospace to agri-food, to deliver long lasting performance improvements. Since 2004, our human-centered philosophy has helped hundreds of companies and thousands of individuals transform how they work. Our international footprint spans across USA, Canada, Europe, and Asia, and our clients consistently describe us as passionate, inspiring, and results-driven. We’re looking for an Operational Analyst to join our team and support data-driven transformation and operational excellence initiatives across North America. This role involves weekly travel, Monday through Friday, across the United States and Canada . Your Role As an Operational Analyst , you will contribute to the execution and delivery of on-site operational analyses at client sites across North America. Reporting to the Operational Analysis Manager, you will collaborate with Business Development and Consulting teams to collect data, document processes, identify performance gaps, and support the development of practical, data-backed operational improvement strategies.

Requirements

• University degree in management, finance, accounting, engineering, or a related field
• 0-3 years of experience in analysis, operations, continuous improvement, or related internships
• Interest in lean manufacturing, operations management, or process optimization
• Strong analytical abilities and comfort working with operational and financial data
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and learn on the job
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and execution of operational assessments at client facilities
• Collect and analyze operational, financial, and process data
• Conduct observations on the production floor and document workflows
• Map processes and identify inefficiencies under the guidance of senior team members
• Prepare analyses that contribute to business cases and ROI projections
• Assist in building reports and presentations that summarize findings
• Contribute to the improvement of Proaction’s tools, templates, and analysis methods
• Deliver professional, reliable support that reflects Proaction’s standards of excellence

Benefits

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will help accelerate your learning and growth
• Structured onboarding, training, and continuous development
• Opportunities to grow into more senior operational or consulting role
• Regular social events and team meetings to stay connected
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive insurance coverage
• Generous vacation and personal leave
• 401(k) contribution opportunity
• Full reimbursement of travel expenses and per diem

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level