Operations Analyst

About us- Cognex is the largest, most successful and recognized global player in industrial machine vision! We are a financially strong, international company with no debt and have been in business for over 40 years. Using advanced optics, image sensors and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image then analyze it to make sense of what’s being seen. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, guided by our "Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast" culture, which celebrates employee innovation, determination, and dedication in a dynamic, fun, and distinctive atmosphere.

This position is located in our Southborough, MA office and requires on-site attendance five days a week.

Operations Analyst is responsible for capturing and presenting data used to track Key Performance Indicators and help make crucial decisions within Operations.

Job Summary:

If you have a passion for accurate data along with a desire to understand what drives a business and would like to interact with senior management to identify opportunities for improvement and implement new projects and strategies to ensure optimal operational performance, then this is the position for you! 

The Operations Analyst will interact with and learn from people throughout the company to capture and analyze data that will be used to make critical business decisions.  You will work with various organizations like Sales and Marketing, Engineering, Program Managers, Supply Chain Professionals and Order Administration.

This key position within the Operations team is intended to be a feeder role into other areas of the business including Program Management, Logistics and Supply Chain.  During your time in the Operations Analyst role, you will learn the following tools:

• SAP reporting

• Microsoft Power BI

• Root Cause and Corrective Action Measures (RCCM)

• MRP planning functionality

• Lean Manufacturing

• Problem Solving and investigative skills

Roles & Responsibilities

• Track and develop Supply Chain KPIs for the Americas region, including and especially Operations’ most crucial metric: On-Time Delivery (OTD). Conduct root-cause analysis and use data to drive resolution to metric disruptions

• Communicate operational achievements

• Field ad-hoc reporting requests from the Senior Management Team

• Support Production, Shipping, and Inventory teams through backlog review and evaluation of data

• Become a subject matter expert on SAP functionality for the Operations Department

• Help solve problems and lead projects and Continuous Improvement initiatives

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or another related field

• 1-3 years’ experience in Data Analytics, Manufacturing, Distribution, or other Supply Chain function(s)

• Proficient or advanced knowledge of analytical tools, specifically Microsoft Excel (knowledge of advanced formulas and functions, Data Analysis Tools, Data Visualization etc) and PowerPoint

• A desire to research and investigate workflows and business procedures and recommend changes

• A self-starting, driven mindset with the ability to learn on the job

• An aptitude to develop, generate and review statistics, graphs, and numeric data

• Prior experience with SAP and/or Microsoft Power BI preferred

Cognex believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $52,000 USD - $112,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a sales incentive plan.

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; employer-paid disability, family leave, and life insurance; paid time off (including holidays); optional voluntary benefits; as well as recognition and wellness programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cognex is an equal opportunity employer. Cognex evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.