Years professional experience
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MICHAEL PETERSON
Analyst
Prior Lake,MN
Summary
Experienced Analyst who loves to play golf.
Overview
11
Work History
NordstromMinnetonka, MN
Bartender
11.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling premium products without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing terms for liquor purchases.
- Contributed innovative ideas for seasonal cocktail menus that attracted new clientele while retaining regulars.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Polaris Ind.
Senior Logistics Business Analyst
07.2022 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary controls.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous innovation in the organization.
- Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Enabled data-driven decision making with advanced analytics tools, generating valuable insights for the organization.
- Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
- Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
- Developed high-quality documentation to provide support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
- Conducted interviews with key business users to collect information on business processes and user requirements.
- Drafted reports on company financial metrics to assess successes and account for deficiencies.
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Logic Information Systems
Business Analytics Consultant
02.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Designed tailored training programs for employees at various levels within the organization, boosting overall skillsets.
- Implemented best practices to optimize clients'' organizational performance, leading to improved operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines.
- Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
Target
Digital Business Process Analyst
01.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Served as a subject matter expert on business process analysis methodologies within the organization, mentoring junior team members as needed.
- Coordinated testing efforts for proposed changes to ensure smooth integration into existing systems without compromising functionality or stability.
- Designed custom reports and dashboards using data analytics tools, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of implemented changes.
- Assisted in developing departmental strategies for process improvement, aligning initiatives with overall organizational goals.
- Leveraged technology solutions to drive efficiency gains within processes, embracing innovation and staying current with industry advancements.
- Provided ongoing support to team members during transition periods following process updates, minimizing disruption and maintaining productivity levels.
- Developed complex dashboard and reporting tools to track business performance metrics.
- Maintained strong working knowledge of ERP, CRM and business intelligence tools and operational features.
Milk Specialties Global
Product Launch Coordinator
06.2018 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Managed project timelines effectively, consistently delivering products within scheduled release dates.
- Led prototype development efforts, refining designs based on user feedback and testing data.
- Coordinated closely with marketing teams to develop effective promotional materials showcasing key product features.
- Provided technical support to sales teams, enabling them to better communicate product benefits and features to customers.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards throughout all stages of product development.
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and feedback loops.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify opportunities for product improvements and expansions.
Milk Specialties Global
Finance Analyst
03.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Developed monthly variance reports to track actual performance against projected budgets, facilitating corrective action when necessary.
- Supported long-term strategic planning initiatives, providing critical financial data for informed decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, resulting in significant expense reduction.
- Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits through timely preparation of accurate financial statements.
- Simplified complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders through clear visualizations and concise summaries.
Midwest Veterinary Supply
Ecommerce Business Analyst
09.2016 - 11.2017
Job overview
- Implemented best-practice methodologies that improved overall project delivery timelines while maintaining quality standards.
- Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
- Evaluated potential investments by performing financial analyses to assess profitability and viability within the company''s long-term strategy.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
- Assisted sales teams in crafting targeted proposals based on client needs assessment, contributing to increased revenue generation.
- Enabled data-driven decision making with advanced analytics tools, generating valuable insights for the organization.
Midwest Veterinary Supply
Ecommerce Associate
07.2016 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Improved website usability by analyzing user feedback and making necessary adjustments to site design and layout.
- Introduced new tools designed to automate repetitive tasks within e-commerce operations, saving time and increasing productivity.
- Established cross-functional partnerships with other departments to improve overall business operations.
Ames Construction
Field Engineer
01.2013 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Increased safety standards by enforcing strict adherence to industry regulations and company protocols.
- Delivered high-quality field services, ensuring all projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Researched emerging technologies to stay current with industry trends and maintain a competitive edge in service offerings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for challenging field problems.
- Optimized resource allocation through diligent planning and effective management of available resources.
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale deployments, minimizing delays while maximizing efficiency during installation processes.
Skills
Business Analysis
SQLProject ManagementStrategy DevelopmentMicrosoft Office – Power BIData Analytics and VisualizationTableauCost Control and BudgetingProcess AutomationAlteryxVendor Relationship ManagementReporting and DashboardsSAPRisk Identification and MitigationProduct DevelopmentSnowflakeTimeline
Bartender
Nordstrom
11.2023 - Current
Senior Logistics Business Analyst
Polaris Ind.
07.2022 - 10.2023
Business Analytics Consultant
Logic Information Systems
02.2021 - 06.2022
Digital Business Process Analyst
Target
01.2020 - 02.2021
Product Launch Coordinator
Milk Specialties Global
06.2018 - 10.2019
Finance Analyst
Milk Specialties Global
03.2018 - 06.2018
Arizona State University
Bachelors from Public Policy - Homeland Security
01.2018 - 12 2020
Ecommerce Business Analyst
Midwest Veterinary Supply
09.2016 - 11.2017
Ecommerce Associate
Midwest Veterinary Supply
07.2016 - 09.2016
Rasmussen University
Associates from Data Analytics | Business Analysis
01.2016 - 12 2018
Field Engineer
Ames Construction
01.2013 - 01.2015
South Dakota State University
Bachelors from Civil Engineering
01.2013 - 12 2016
Education
South Dakota State UniversityBrookings, SD
Bachelors from Civil Engineering
01.2013 - 12 2016
Rasmussen University
Associates from Data Analytics | Business Analysis
01.2016 - 12 2018
Arizona State University
Bachelors from Public Policy - Homeland Security
01.2018 - 12 2020