R&D Analyst in Indianapolis, Indiana at Heartland F P G

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world.

The R&D Analyst assists with the development and maintenance of R&D, Package, Process, Master data, Commercialization and Design reporting. The analyst works with department leadership to evaluate needs and develops reporting to improve decision making and operational effectiveness. The analyst will work as a liaison between IT and the R&D Team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support reporting needs of various company departments including R&D, processing, packaging, commercialization and design.

• Gather, analyze, and compile data needed to identify trends and patterns, then make recommendations
• Work with key stakeholders to develop, manage, and build reporting and dashboard solutions to meet the needs of the business
• Training end users on reporting and dashboards
• Problem-solving expertise and complex analysis of data to develop business insights

• Develop long term analytical and tactical review of processes and reporting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work 40+ hours per week
• Bend and lift objects of up to 20 pounds

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Extensive background in building advanced analytics reporting
• Demonstrated computer literacy including all Microsoft Office products required
• Advanced experience with data warehousing, query development, table relationship
• Must have demonstrated analytical and math proficiency skills
• Must have demonstrated ability to deal effectively in interpersonal relationships
• High level of enthusiasm, sense of urgency