Global Data Analyst, OpEx

PCI Pharma Services is seeking a Global Data Analyst to support OpEx (Operational Excellence) with analytics that help leaders monitor performance and make informed decisions. Based in Rockford, IL and working onsite, this role builds reporting foundations, connects operational KPIs to business outcomes, and helps standardize how teams track and improve results across global sites.

What you’ll do

• Build and evolve advanced analytics and dashboards to support strategic decision-making and OpEx program performance.
• Track and analyze operational KPIs across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People.
• Maintain consistent KPI definitions and reporting standards.
• Identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities across sites and functions.
• Link operational KPI performance to business outcomes such as revenue, EBITDA, and customer impact.
• Influence stakeholders without direct authority across a matrixed, multi-site global organization.
• Establish and maintain data governance and scalable reporting processes.
• Collaborate globally and cross-functionally to align reporting and performance management.
• Drive consistency across sites by creating standard templates, playbooks, and reporting structures (including SQCDP, LMI, and Hoshin).
• Partner with site leadership to embed OpEx principles into daily management systems.
• Prepare executive-ready reports and presentations to support performance reviews.
• Translate higher-level strategy into actionable programs, governance structures, and measurable outcomes.
• Provide analytical support for business cases, scenario modeling, and opportunity sizing.
• Act as a key support partner to the Sr. Director, Operational Excellence through data and structured analysis.
• Follow PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules; attendance to work is an essential function.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.
• This position may require extra hours and/or weekend work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in data analytics, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Continuous Improvement.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Experience in Operational Excellence, Lean, or Six Sigma environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP, or other.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Strong executive communication skills.

Tools and technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI
• Tableau
• ERP systems
• JD Edwards
• SAP

Compensation and benefits

• Salary: USD 76,000 to 85,500 per year
• Annual performance bonus (eligibility)
• Paid time off
• Health insurance coverage (including dental and vision)
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k)

Preferred

• Ability to effectively present information to various people as the job requires.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• GMP experience