Business Analyst II

Job Title: Business Analyst II Job Description As a Business Analyst II, you will oversee supply chain initiatives for assigned products, collaborating cross-functionally with sourcing, planning, product, and engineering teams. The role demands balancing commercial and technical trade-offs to achieve sustained operational excellence and cost optimization. Your experience in global supply chain management and a self-driven approach will be crucial to your success. Responsibilities • Collaborate with supply chain teams to identify and drive sustaining operational improvements, such as cost reduction, lead time optimization, and risk management. • Serve as the single point of contact for program resources to communicate supply chain decisions and progress. • Synthesize inputs from Sourcing, Planning, Logistics, Engineering, and Finance to create balanced recommendations that drive operational excellence and cost reduction targets. • Execute cost reduction roadmaps measuring total cost of ownership, including spares, service, replacements, tariffs, and logistics impacts. • Own lead time optimization analysis with clear reduction roadmaps and transparent reporting. • Maintain ownership of supply chain requirements throughout General Availability (GA) and end-of-life phases. • Coordinate cross-functional implementation for post-launch design changes (Engineering Change Orders). • Drive root cause analysis and process improvements to ensure sustained operational excellence across the product lifecycle. Essential Skills • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field. • 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or product operations management in electromechanical commodities. • Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder supply chain initiatives. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources into actionable insights. • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority. • Experience with supplier relationship management and performance tracking. • Knowledge of global hardware and electromechanical supply chains. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience in robotics, electromechanical systems, or similar technology-intensive industries. • Background in both New Product Introduction (NPI) and sustained operations supply chain management. • 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or product operations management. • Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Supply Chain Management, or Engineering) is preferred. • Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools (Agile). • Demonstrated success in cost reduction and lead time optimization initiatives. • Experience with scenario planning and risk mitigation in complex supply chains. • Knowledge of tariff management and trade compliance. • Strong presentation and executive communication skills. • Experience with Product Development Process (PDP) frameworks. • High degree of autonomy in decision-making, with clear judgment on when to escalate versus resolve independently. Work Environment This position is fully onsite in Boston, MA, US. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and data-driven environment, emphasizing cross-functional teamwork, process standardization, and ownership. The role provides exposure to industry-leading AI-powered analytics and offers visibility to Director leadership. You will be part of a team managing a large-scale supply chain organization across robotics and automation, gaining valuable experience in managing 30+ product lines in a fast-paced industrial automation setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $40.00/hr. Requirements Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in North Reading,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.