Business & Planning Analyst 1 Job in North Charleston, South Carolina US
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Location North Charleston, SC
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Position Description
This position supports 787 Final Assembly and Delivery at Boeing South Carolina. Analyst collects, compiles and documents source data in support of analysis of financial and/or resource forecasts and Estimates at Completion (EACs). Maintains cost and/or schedule performance measurement baselines and assists with preparing variance analyses. Performs recurring tasks such as establishing charge line information, preparing and/or supporting various work authorizations. Reconciles data discrepancies and corrects errors in cost charging for narrow segment of statement of work. Runs routine weekly/monthly reports. Gathers and tracks operating group or division metrics related to tools, processes and training. Records problems/issues identified by tool and process users and tracks resolution. Updates process and tool documentation as directed. Works under direct supervision.
Competencies
General
[ + ] Adaptability
Tries to understand changes in work-group tasks, situations, and the department as well as the logic or basis for change; occasionally seeks information about changes affecting their individual job. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow work group members. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.
[ + ] Build Positive Relationships
Tries to build effective working relationships with fellow work group members. Asks for and provides information to clarify situations. Tries to expand on original ideas, enhances others' ideas, and contributes own ideas about the issues at hand. Places higher priority on work group goals rather than on own goals. Seeks agreement from fellow work group members to support ideas; explains value of actions. Establishes good interpersonal relationships by helping people in work group feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions (enhances self-esteem, empathizes, involves, discloses, supports).
[ + ] Communication
Makes an effort to clarify purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Tries to keep the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. With guidance from others frames messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; tries to use terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Occasionally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; tries to present message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; at times requires guidance from others on how to respond.
[ + ] Contributing To Team Success
Occasionally makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members for achieving team goals or performing routine team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.
[ + ] Managing Work
Has a general sense of more critical and less critical activities and tasks within own work group; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Tries to ensure that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Allocates own time to complete work; tries to coordinate own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Has a general understanding of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Generally uses time effectively and usually prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
Technical
[ + ] Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.
[ + ] Forecast Analysis
Basic knowledge of principles of forecast analysis. This may include, rates (production, overhead, usage), resource staffing, long range business plan, estimates at complete (EAC), company accounting, customer payment schedules, and contractual requirements to develop and maintain forecasts.
Basic Qualifications For Consideration
Do you have a minimum of 1 year experience using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint?
Typical Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree.
Other Job related information
All employees will be on the Boeing Charleston benefit structure. This position will require an online pre-employment assessment test. Candidates selected for the test will be notified via e-mail. Must be proficient in the MS Office Suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access). Prefer a bachelor's degree in finance or other related field.
Closing Date: 03/27/2012about closing dates
Knowledge of occupational health and safety sciences.
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