Business Data Analyst

Company: Wilbur-Ellis Company
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 31, 2025

Job Description:

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment."We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."Are you a data-savvy problem solver who thrives at the intersection of strategy and analytics? Do you enjoy turning complex business & financial data into actionable insights that shape high-impact business decisions? If so, we want to hear from you! Join the innovative Financial Planning & Analysis team at Wilbur-Ellis as a Data Analyst, where your work will drive strategic outcomes, influence business performance, and create measurable value every day. Wilbur-Ellis is looking for a sharp, strategic Data Analyst to help power key financial and operational initiatives across our diverse agricultural business units. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver data-driven solutions that reveal insights, improve performance, and enable smarter decisions at every level. Whether you're analyzing P&L impacts, building predictive models, or crafting compelling data visualizations, your contributions will directly shape our competitive edge and long-term growth. This is a fully remote position, requiring reliable internet and availability for video-enabled virtual meetings. Occasional travel (approximately 10%, typically 1-3 days at a time) may be necessary for in-person meetings or field visits.What You Will Do in this Role:1. Financial & Business Analysis

• Perform in-depth financial analyses to assess the impact of business initiatives on Divisional and Business Unit P&Ls.
• Support strategic planning efforts, including market sizing, pricing strategies, and ROI projections.
• Develop financial models for acquisitions and other investment opportunities.2. Advanced Data Analytics & Modeling
  • Build analytical models using Python, R, SQL, or Databricks to evaluate metrics such as inventory turnover, product mix optimization, customer segmentation, and supply chain performance.
  • Apply statistical and predictive techniques to improve forecasting, yield, and operational efficiency.3. Data Visualization & Reporting
    • Design clear, compelling dashboards and reports using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to communicate insights to stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.
    • Translate complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.4. Data Management & Infrastructure
      • Collaborate with data engineering and IT teams to enhance data infrastructure and ensure quality, security, and scalability.
      • Work with cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake or Azure Synapse to access, manipulate, and store data.5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
        • Serve as a thought partner to business leaders, agronomists, and product managers to understand their analytical needs and deliver tailored insights.
        • Contribute to the development and implementation of new analytics processes and tools across the organization.6. Agriculture & Market Intelligence
          • Analyze agricultural trends including crop yield, soil conditions, climate data, and commodity pricing to support data-informed decision-making.
          • Monitor compliance and sustainability metrics such as water usage, carbon impact, and environmental certifications.What You Bring to the Role:Technical Competencies
            • Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or Databricks for data manipulation and modeling.
            • Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
            • Experience with visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
            • Experience working with cloud data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, Azure Synapse).Analytical & Communication Skills
              • Ability to interpret complex datasets, structure ambiguous problems, and communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
              • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with meticulous attention to detail.
              • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Education & Experience
                • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
                • Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analytics, financial analysis, or business consulting.
                • Experience in agriculture or ag-tech is strongly preferred.Your Personal Attributes:
                  • Curious, proactive, and adaptable with a passion for data and innovation.
                  • Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
                  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented.
                  • Enthusiastic about learning emerging technologies and agricultural innovations.Compensation and Benefits
                    • In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $ $76,600.00 - $102,080 per year. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.
                    • This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employerWilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.Wilbur-Ellis is for and about peopleWilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforceWilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.Follow our career social media accounts!Instagram: * TikTok: * Facebook: * LinkedIn:

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