Operations Analyst job description

Operations Analysts identify the defects in business models and operations. They conduct research, investigate workflows, business procedures, and recommend changes. These analysts work to ensure that companies are following compliance standards and regulations. Analysts work to improve a company’s productivity and revenue making procedures.

Operations analysts conduct internal audits. They coordinate with every department, meet with managers, and assess their work processes. Where there are deficiencies, they suggest changes and prepare reports for executive and operations managers. Analysts are mathematically inclined, as they have to develop, generate, and review statistics, graphs, and numeric data.  
 The responsibilities of an Operations Analyst include:
 
• Verifying performance files
• Improving workflow
• Recommending future modifications for new product features
• Assessing market environment
• Developing standard process
• Communicating operational achievements
• Automating reporting structures
•  Leading projects
•  Evaluating data
• Updating standard operating procedures
• Performing statistical analysis

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Skills

• Aptitude for math and statistics
• Problem solving and investigative skills
• Detailed and thorough
• Programming and developing software
• Database administration
• People skills
• Self motivated and dependable
• Project management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Adaptable and proactive
• Respectful and professional
• Consistency and accuracy
• Leadership capabilities
• Multitasking

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Education

Operations Analysts should have a Master's Degree. Candidates with Bachelor's Degree will only qualify for junior analysts positions. Degrees can be in Statistics, Data Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or Business. Analysts are also required to maintain their expertise in professional and industry developments.

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