Tyson Foods

Lead Business Analyst, Data & Analytics Product Management

Tyson Foods$95K — $115K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Information Systems or related area as a business analyst
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and cloud technologies like BigQuery
  • Exceptional communication skills, with experience presenting to diverse audiences
  • Experienced in IT standards, controls, and Kimball data modeling methodology

Responsibilities

  • Act as IT partner to business, aligning data products with business goals
  • Lead complex transformation initiatives impacting business processes and technology
  • Guide data gathering and architecture strategy across analytics
  • Cultivate strong business relationships and transform reporting processes
  • Document and frame business cases for stakeholder decision-making
  • Develop IT analytics strategies and technical roadmaps with leadership
  • Provide direction and mentorship to junior analysts

Benefits

  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams and business leaders
  • Opportunity to lead critical transformation initiatives in the food industry
  • Exposure to cutting-edge analytics and technology solutions
  • Mentoring opportunities to elevate team capabilities
  • Engagement in a dynamic work environment with a focus on data-driven decisions
Full Job Description
Job Details:

What is the role?

This team is focused on transforming Tyson Foods Beef & Pork division through data, enabling better decisions, improved processes, and stronger customer and team member outcomes. The Lead Analyst plays a key role in that transformation by partnering across business and IT to translate business requirements into data products.

This role works closely with business leaders to understand strategies, data needs, operational processes, and how analytics can drive measurable value. The focus is on defining business requirements, shaping data and reporting solutions including AI, and delivering insights that support both day-to-day operations and enterprise initiatives.

Responsibilities span the full analytics lifecycle - from requirements gathering, definition, refinement, prioritization, and data modeling alignment to supporting delivery of reporting, dashboards, and advanced analytics use cases. This role also contributes to larger transformation efforts by ensuring data is trusted, aligned to business definitions, and enabling consistent decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver who can connect business context to data, challenge assumptions, and drive clarity. This individual will play a critical role in enabling data-driven decisions, improving transparency, and influencing how Tyson leverages analytics to deliver business results.

Job Responsibilities

Act as the IT partner to the business, aligning data products through requirements gathering to business goals and delivering best-in-class data solutions.
Strong subject matter expertise in Food Industry business processes and technical capabilities.
Experience leading complex transformation initiatives that impact business process and technology, ideally legacy system experience.
Actively participate and help guide IT data gathering and data architecture strategy, integration, and deployment activities across analytics space.
Cultivate strong business relationships by demonstrating an understanding of related processes, requirements, systems, and terminology. A strong candidate will have expertise in transforming business reporting from Excel to enterprise analytics.
Partner with stakeholder teams across business units to document necessary business cases to frame opportunities, benefits, and risks to decide on a course of action
Stay current with stakeholder needs and strategies by developing a communication process utilizing formal and informal methods to communicate updates and findings and facilitating project meetings and presentations to all types of diverse audiences (e.g. senior management, customers, technical staff)
Work with business and IT Leadership to develop IT analytics strategies and technical roadmaps
Coordinate, influence, and gain alignment of cross-functional business & IT teams to develop scalable and strategic solutions that meet business needs
Assist in the project delivery of multi-business technology solutions and must have significant exposure to and demonstrated proficiency in the areas of analysis, design, software requirements, configuration, automated testing, and implementation.
Partner with software vendors on functionality roadmaps and critical issues to ensure vendor solutions are aligned with business roadmaps and initiatives
Maintain awareness of best practices including processes and technology and identify opportunities for improvement of existing functionality to support business processes
Analyze and interpret information technology proposals and evaluate and develop alternative implementation plans
Lead cross functional meetings & organize/deliver information to audiences at all levels within the company, including executive stakeholders
Handle multiple engagements simultaneously without compromising accountability or reducing level of engagement
Provide work leadership and direction to junior analysts within the team; to mentor and elevate their level of capabilities
Develop strong working relationships with business partners, peer IT teams and vendors

Requirements:

Experience: 5+ years of experience in Information Systems or related area with proven experience as a business analyst
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other technical area In depth understanding and knowledge of IT standards and controls, Kimball data modeling methodology in a medallion raw-clean-curated architecture

Experience developing and communicating a capability/application roadmap
Computer skills: Strong proficiency in SQL, BigQuery (or similar cloud based technologies), Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word,
Communication skills: Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to tell the "story". Experience communicating technical information to stakeholders, peers, senior management, and non-technical team members. Experience communicating functional requirements to highly technical team members.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across the team with a growth mindset towards action and learning
Ability to work independently and set priorities based on key milestones, impact to strategic initiatives and high-level direction of management
Extensive strategic problem-solving skills; ability to assess situations and demonstrate sound decision quality
Advanced ability to build relationships and influence strategy
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a high-paced environment

Preferred Experience:

Analytics Product Owner Experience in Complex transformation from Excel to GCP with Power BI
Technical Skills for Legacy System: SQL, DB2

** Not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future **

** Not eligible for relocation assistance **

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods scientifically formulated feed, and technical assistance on subjects like sustainable farming practices and animal welfare. They serve hash browns stuffed with ham and cheese, sausage simple scrambles, bacon simple scrambles, formed pork sausage patties, sausage and egg pancake sandwich with maple syrup, wrapped whole grain apple cinnamon pancake, and more.

Tyson Foods Careers

Joining Tyson Foods means becoming part of one of the world’s leading food companies, renowned for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and quality. At Tyson Foods, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to grow both personally and professionally. Work You’ll Do At Tyson Foods, you’ll contribute to a team that values leadership, diversity, and innovation. Our commitment to these principles makes us a top choice for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the food industry. Whether you’re involved in operations, marketing, research, or any of our other departments, your work will help us continue to feed the world in the most efficient and sustainable ways possible. Join our dynamic team and help us transform the industry through cutting-edge innovation and a commitment to excellence that’s second to none. Career Growth and Development Tyson Foods is dedicated to the professional growth of our employees. We offer a variety of leadership and diversity training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. With Tyson, your career trajectory is limitless, supported by development opportunities that ensure you’re always moving forward. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Tyson Foods internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience, offering a glimpse into the culture and operations of a global leader. Interns at Tyson Foods work on real projects, learn from industry leaders, and gain the skills necessary for a successful career in the food industry. Benefits of Working at Tyson Foods Choose a career with Tyson Foods and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life, and dental insurance, employee assistance programs, and more. We believe in nurturing our team not only professionally but also personally. Inclusive Culture At Tyson Foods, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive culture where every team member feels valued. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and we strive to create a workplace where all employees can thrive. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities at Tyson Foods today. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for new team members who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at Tyson Foods by following our careers blog. Gain insider perspectives and industry-leading insights that can help you in your job search and beyond. Networking and Professional Opportunities At Tyson Foods, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Connect with leaders and peers within the company through various networking events and platforms. Enhance your resume, prepare for your next interview, and build relationships that could shape the future of your career. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Tyson Foods. Join Tyson Foods and be part of a company that’s leading the way in the food industry through innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and sustainability. Your future starts here!
Learn more about Tyson Foods
Size
137,000 employees
Market Cap
$22 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.9 billion
Founded
1935
5 Year Trend
+6.8%
Revenue
$42.8 billion
NASDAQ

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