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Manufacturing Systems & Business Analytics Analyst Kratos Defense - 3.3 Auburn Hills, MI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Performance dashboard reports Dashboard development Resource planning methods ERP systems Business intelligence report generation Dashboard creation support Inventory management software Project management experience in manufacturing Microsoft Office MRP Manufacturing facility experience Process mapping Process modeling Business intelligence tools Bachelor's degree Production management software Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions) Power Pivot Cross-functional team management Financial data analysis tools Manufacturing company experience Cross-functional communication Business process modeling Excel data analysis
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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Systems & Business Analytics Analyst is responsible for the administration, optimization, continuous improvement, and day-to-day support of TDI's manufacturing business systems, operational analytics, and enterprise reporting capabilities. This position serves as TDI's primary business systems analyst for Deltek Costpoint, Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), manufacturing master data, operational reporting, dashboards, and business intelligence. The position partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Program Management, and Corporate IT to ensure manufacturing systems accurately support production planning, inventory control, product configuration, scheduling, quality, and executive decision making. The Manufacturing Systems & Business Analytics Analyst is responsible for improving system utilization, reducing manual processes, increasing data integrity, developing business analytics, implementing automation, supporting future MES integration, and driving digital transformation initiatives throughout TDI. Unlike transactional users of the ERP system, this position owns the continuous improvement of the business systems that enable the organization to operate efficiently and scale for future production growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ERP
Administration & Continuous Improvement Serve as TDI's primary business systems analyst for Deltek Costpoint. Support ERP implementation, optimization, upgrades, testing, and validation. Troubleshoot ERP issues and coordinate solutions with Corporate IT. Maintain ERP configuration documentation. Evaluate new ERP capabilities and recommend implementation. Improve ERP utilization across all departments. Support user acceptance testing (UAT). Manufacturing Master Data Management Own and maintain integrity of: Item Master Engineering Bills of Material (EBOM) Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOM) Manufacturing Routings Work Centers Warehouse Locations Units of Measure Inventory Parameters Product Structures Configuration Data Coordinate Engineering Change implementation ensuring revisions are accurately reflected throughout Costpoint. Manufacturing Reporting & Business Analytics Develop executive dashboards and operational reports supporting: Safety Quality Delivery Cost Inventory Production Supply Chain Engineering Program Management Financial Performance Develop reports using: Microsoft Excel Power Query Power Pivot Power BI SQL (preferred) Develop automated KPI scorecards for all functional departments. Microsoft Excel & Business Intelligence Development Develop advanced business tools including: Executive dashboards Pivot Tables Power Query automation Power Pivot models Dynamic reports Forecasting models KPI scorecards Capacity planning models Inventory analysis Cost analysis Production reporting Supplier performance dashboards Standardize reporting across the organization.
Manufacturing Systems Optimization Continuously improve:
Costpoint utilization MRP effectiveness ERP workflows Master Data quality Inventory transactions Production reporting Barcode implementation Digital work instructions Workflow automation Manufacturing analytics Identify opportunities to eliminate manual processes.
Data Governance Establish standards for:
Part Number Management BOM accuracy Routing integrity Revision control Inventory accuracy User permissions Data ownership System documentation Develop governance processes ensuring long-term data integrity. Business Process Improvement Lead improvement initiatives involving: Manufacturing workflows Supply Chain processes Inventory Management Production Planning Engineering Change Management KPI development Operational reporting Automation Digital transformation Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Documentation & Training Develop and maintain: Standard Operating Procedures Work Instructions Training Materials ERP User Guides Business Process Maps System Documentation Provide role-based training for Costpoint users.
SYSTEMS OWNERSHIP
Primary ownership or administration support for: Deltek Costpoint ERP Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) Microsoft Excel Microsoft Power BI Microsoft Power Query Microsoft Power Pivot Microsoft Power Platform SharePoint Microsoft Teams Barcode Scanning Systems Future Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Manufacturing Reporting Database TIPQA integration support
PRIMARY BUSINESS PROCESS OWNERSHIP
Own or support: Master Data Governance Manufacturing Reporting Business Analytics KPI Development Dashboard Management ERP User Support Manufacturing Systems Administration BOM Governance Routing Governance Engineering Change Process System Documentation ERP Training Workflow Automation Continuous Improvement Digital Manufacturing Initiatives
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
(KPIs) Business Systems ERP system availability ERP user adoption ERP issue resolution time User satisfaction System utilization Master Data BOM accuracy Routing accuracy Item Master integrity Inventory data accuracy Configuration accuracy Reporting Dashboard availability Report accuracy Automated reporting utilization Executive reporting timeliness KPI accuracy Continuous Improvement Manual process reduction Automation projects completed Cycle time improvements Productivity improvements Cost savings User Support Training completion Support response time Documentation completion User competency improvements
DECISION AUTHORITY
The Manufacturing Systems & Business Analytics Analyst has the authority to: Recommend ERP process improvements. Recommend master data corrections. Develop and standardize reporting. Establish reporting standards. Recommend workflow automation. Recommend KPI development. Recommend ERP enhancements. Escalate system issues requiring Corporate support. Delay implementation of master data changes that could negatively impact system integrity. Recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL INTERFACE
Works closely with: Director of Operations Manufacturing Manager Engineering Manager Manufacturing Engineering Product Engineering Configuration Management Material Planning Buyers Inventory Control Shipping & Receiving Quality Finance Program Management Corporate IT Corporate Costpoint Administrators
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No direct supervisory responsibility. Functional owner of manufacturing business systems. Provide technical guidance to ERP users. Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives. Train new system users. Serve as TDI's primary manufacturing systems subject matter expert.
Experience and Skills:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required Expert Microsoft Excel skills. Advanced Power Query and Power Pivot. Dashboard development. Business analytics. ERP/MRP systems. Manufacturing processes. Supply Chain fundamentals. Inventory Management. Production Planning. Excellent analytical skills. Process mapping. Project management. Strong written and verbal communication. High attention to detail. Ability to lead change across multiple departments. Preferred Deltek Costpoint Power BI SQL Microsoft Power Platform VBA Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Aerospace or Defense manufacturing AS9100 Quality Management Systems Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required Bachelor's degree in: Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Supply Chain Management Information Systems Operations Management Business Analytics Computer Science Related technical discipline Minimum 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing ERP/MRP systems. Minimum 5 years of advanced Microsoft Excel experience. Experience in manufacturing operations. Preferred Deltek Costpoint implementation or administration. Aerospace or Defense industry. Government contract manufacturing. Power BI development. ERP implementation experience. Manufacturing digital transformation experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Combination office and manufacturing environment. Frequent interaction with production personnel. Occasional travel throughout manufacturing and warehouse areas. Ability to sit for extended periods while developing reports and analytics. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 0-10
% travel as required to support Corporate initiatives, ERP implementation activities, supplier visits, training, or other Kratos facilities.
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED. A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES EEO/M/F/D/V
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LI-Onsite Job Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO) Holidays Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
