Business analyst

Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) is a global specialist in chemical raw materials (polymers), semi-finished technical solutions (yarns, fibers, technical textiles), is a world leader in a wide range of floor coverings for the residential and commercial market (vinyl rolls, vinyl planks, laminate, parquet, carpet, needle felt, artificial grass and mats), and also produces upholstery fabrics.B.I.G. is headquartered in Belgium and employs 4,700 people worldwide. We have production sites in 17 countries across Eurasia, America, and Oceania, serving customers in 140 countries. B.I.G. reported a turnover of 1.7 billion euros in 2020.At B.I.G., we work purposefully and passionately towards the future. Thanks to our entrepreneurial spirit and ambition, we can sustainably grow together with our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and the society in which we operate.Key responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs and business opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights and data to support financial, operational and strategic opportunity identification, and translate them into detailed project plans.
• Develop frameworks and methodologies to validate and quantify the viability of identified opportunities.
• Conduct actions to validate the main assumptions in the field (events, customers, expert interviews etc).
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive business cases that outline potential benefits, risks, resource requirements, and financial projections.
• Collaborate with various teams, including R&D teams, sales & marketing, finance and operations, to align project plans with organizational goals.
• Facilitate brainstorming sessions, workshops and ideation exercises to generate innovative concepts.
• Stay informed of industry trends, competitive landscape and technological advancements to enhance the innovation process.
• Regularly review and refine methodologies for opportunity assessment, validation and project planning.
• Present findings, recommendations and project plans to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates on the progress of projects, highlighting key milestones and challenges.

Qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, Innovation Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in innovation management, opportunity assessment, and project planning.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Strategic thinker with a creative mindset and a knack for identifying disruptive opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.