Business Operations Analyst EU

LG&E and KU Energy
United States, Pennsylvania, Allentown
1639 Church Road (Show on map)
Nov 08, 2024
Company Summary Statement As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities - PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy - provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL's companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today. Overview This position is responsible for providing analysis and solution of complex business process and technical problems with a focus on improving operational effectiveness and excellence. The Business Operations Analyst will prepare and deliver well-constructed business insights to management, lead teams, and enhance other's understanding of business processes and systems. The ideal candidate is a well-organized self-starter with a passion to optimize the decision making process through rigorous utilization of data. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. Responsibilities Extract and deliver useful statistics and insight from business data in order to drive and support operational improvements and business strategies. Proactively identify and implement solutions and/or strategies that will help the business better achieve its short and long-term business objectives. Prepare complex financial models and forecasting using advanced modeling techniques. Responsible for developing high level analyses, recommending courses of action based on data, and presenting to Senior Management. Develop and research methods for measuring various areas of business performance and compare against trends and best practices. Review, identify, analyze, and create detailed documentation of business process and supporting systems. May lead special projects or teams. Qualifications Candidate Qualifications Candidates must meet the basic qualifications and pass all required tests or assessments to receive consideration. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identitiy and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree with five years analytical/problem solving experience OR Master's degree with two years analytical/problem solving experience. Experience with Business Intelligence tools such as SAS, Hyperion, Microstrategy, Tableau and Hadoop. In-depth knowledge in statistical analysis, economic modeling and data visualization. Strong analysis, research and complex problem solving skills. Proficient in MS Suite (Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) or other advanced statistical computer applications. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in business or a quantitative discipline. Possess an innate curiosity and a strong desire to solve problems. Ability to tell a story from analysis to be able to identify/solve business opportunities. Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement models. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Lead Business Ops Analyst: Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with seven years analytical/problem solving experience Master's Degree with four years analytical/problem solving experience. Experience with tools and programming language such as Python, SQL, PowerBI. In-depth knowledge in statistical analysis, data visualization, data manipulation. Strong competencies in process improvement, change management, and project management. Strong analysis, research and complex problem-solving skills. Proficient in MS Suite (Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) or other advanced statistical computer applications. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in business or a quantitative discipline. Possess an innate curiosity and a strong desire to solve problems. Ability to tell a story from analysis to be able to identify/solve business opportunities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. #INDPPL