Business Data Analyst

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Job Title: Business Data Analyst
Location: Home Office, CO, USA

Company: Wilbur-Ellis Company
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

Are you a data-savvy problem solver who thrives at the intersection of strategy and analytics? Do you enjoy turning complex business & financial data into actionable insights that shape high-impact business decisions? If so, we want to hear from you! Join the innovative Financial Planning & Analysis team at Wilbur-Ellis as a Data Analyst, where your work will drive strategic outcomes, influence business performance, and create measurable value every day.

Wilbur-Ellis is looking for a sharp, strategic Data Analyst to help power key financial and operational initiatives across our diverse agricultural business units. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver data-driven solutions that reveal insights, improve performance, and enable smarter decisions at every level. Whether you're analyzing P&L impacts, building predictive models, or crafting compelling data visualizations, your contributions will directly shape our competitive edge and long-term growth. This is a fully remote position, requiring reliable internet and availability for video-enabled virtual meetings. Occasional travel (approximately 10%, typically 1-3 days at a time) may be necessary for in-person meetings or field visits.

What You Will Do in this Role:

1. Financial & Business Analysis

Perform in-depth financial analyses to assess the impact of business initiatives on Divisional and Business Unit P&Ls.
Support strategic planning efforts, including market sizing, pricing strategies, and ROI projections.
Develop financial models for acquisitions and other investment opportunities.

2. Advanced Data Analytics & Modeling

Build analytical models using Python, R, SQL, or Databricks to evaluate metrics such as inventory turnover, product mix optimization, customer segmentation, and supply chain performance.
Apply statistical and predictive techniques to improve forecasting, yield, and operational efficiency.

3. Data Visualization & Reporting

Design clear, compelling dashboards and reports using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to communicate insights to stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.
Translate complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.

4. Data Management & Infrastructure

Collaborate with data engineering and IT teams to enhance data infrastructure and ensure quality, security, and scalability.
Work with cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake or Azure Synapse to access, manipulate, and store data.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Serve as a thought partner to business leaders, agronomists, and product managers to understand their analytical needs and deliver tailored insights.
Contribute to the development and implementation of new analytics processes and tools across the organization.

6. Agriculture & Market Intelligence

Analyze agricultural trends including crop yield, soil conditions, climate data, and commodity pricing to support data-informed decision-making.
Monitor compliance and sustainability metrics such as water usage, carbon impact, and environmental certifications.

What You Bring to the Role:

Technical Competencies

Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or Databricks for data manipulation and modeling.
Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
Experience with visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
Experience working with cloud data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, Azure Synapse).

Analytical & Communication Skills

Ability to interpret complex datasets, structure ambiguous problems, and communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analytics, financial analysis, or business consulting.
Experience in agriculture or ag-tech is strongly preferred.

Your Personal Attributes:

Curious, proactive, and adaptable with a passion for data and innovation.
Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented.
Enthusiastic about learning emerging technologies and agricultural innovations.

Compensation and Benefits

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $ $ 76,600.00 - $102,080 per year. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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Job Post Date: 05/31/25