Business Analyst

1. Position Overview

The Business Analyst will support the Golcha Groups strategic, operational, and financial initiatives by providing data-driven insights, market analysis, and business process improvements. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support long-term business growth.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Business & Financial Analysis

• Analyse business performance, revenue trends, cost structures, and profitability.
• Develop dashboards, MIS reports, and KPI tracking for management review.
• Conduct variance analysis and support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Evaluate business proposals, project feasibility, and ROI calculations.

B. Market & Competitor Research

• Conduct market mapping,industry benchmarking, and competitor analysis.
• Study market trends,customer behaviour, pricing patterns, and emerging opportunities.
• Prepare presentations for leadership on market insights and business risks.

C. Process Improvement & Operations Support

• Analyse existing business processes to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Support implementation of digital tools, automation, and productivity enhancements.
• Work with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency across business units.

D. Data Management & Reporting

• Collect, validate, and interpret large sets of data from multiple sources.
• Create visual reports using tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support for leadership decision-making.

E. Strategic Projects

• Assist in the execution of key strategic initiatives and transformation projects.
• Support M&A analysis,business expansions, diversification studies, and JV evaluations.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and executive summaries.

3. Skills & Competencies Required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent proficiency in

  Excel

  ,

  PowerPoint

  , and data visualization tools.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and perform financial modelling.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Detail-oriented, structured,and data-driven mindset.
• Ability to multitask and work under tight timelines.

4. Educational Qualifications

• Masters Degree in

  Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Engineering

  , or related field.
• MBA / PGDM preferred.
• Certification in Business Analytics / Data Analytics is an advantage.

5. Experience Required

• 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Strategy Analyst, MIS Analyst, or similar role.
• Experience working in manufacturing/mining/industrial sector is preferred but not mandatory.

6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and accuracy of analytical reports.
• Timely submission of MIS and dashboards.
• Impact of recommendations on cost savings or revenue improvement.
• Process efficiency improvements achieved.
• Contribution to strategic projects and leadership decision-making.