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MICHAEL PETERSON

Analyst
Prior Lake,MN

Summary

Experienced Analyst who loves to play golf.

Overview

11

Years professional experience

Work History

Nordstrom
Minnetonka, 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

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Timeline

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 University
Brookings, 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
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