Analyst, Business Strategy

Barry-Wehmiller’s BW Packaging business develops packaging solutions and focuses on performance, customer care, and operational excellence. The Analyst, Business Strategy will support aftermarket parts growth through data-driven analysis, cross-functional collaboration, competitive intelligence, process improvement, and inventory and demand optimization.

What you'll do:

• Identify growth opportunities across product lines, customer segments, and regions through structured analysis
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to develop and execute proactive selling strategies
• Build competitive intelligence on aftermarket resellers, including pricing models, customer targeting, and market positioning
• Identify high‑impact campaigns to regain share and optimize volume
• Ensure accuracy of data used across the BW Packaging parts ecosystem to support correct performance metrics and incentive outcomes
• Develop and implement SOPs for aftermarket processes to drive consistency and best practices across the business
• Analyze inventory performance—including slow‑moving and excess stock—and recommend strategies to optimize working capital
• Partner with supply chain and procurement teams to align inventory levels with demand forecasts and installed base needs

What they're looking for:

• * 0–5 years of relevant experience, including internship experience in analytics, business, supply chain, or related fields
• * Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
• * Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• * Passion for leveraging new approaches—including AI—to develop solutions
• * Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• * Primarily in‑office role based in St. Louis, MO
• * Candidates must be local to St. Louis, MO
• * Travel requirements are up to 25%, depending on business needs
• * Knowledge of Python or R for advanced analytics
• * Experience with ERP systems and data governance processes
• * Experience in aftermarket parts or manufacturing environments
• * Understanding of pricing strategy, margin analysis, and value optimization

Benefits:

• Work on high-visibility priorities that directly influence growth, profitability, and customer experience.
• Partner with leaders across functions to solve meaningful business challenges.
• Use analytics to drive decisions and actions, not just report results.
• Build a strong platform for career advancement within BW Packaging.