Graduate Business Analyst

Who We Are

IQE is a leading global supplier of compound semiconductor wafers and advanced materials. As the only compound semiconductor epitaxy foundry with a worldwide presence and scalable manufacturing, IQE drives technology growth. Our vision is to be the top provider of advanced semiconductor materials by delivering exceptional quality, service, and innovation, making us the first choice for customers. Our strength comes from our diverse, expert workforce and a culture built on integrity, accountability, excellence, teamwork, and valuing people.

At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future. We actively strive to reduce our carbon footprint, invest in green initiatives, and embed sustainability into everything we do.

Join us in driving meaningful change and making a lasting impact on the environment

About the role

The Graduate Business Analyst will have responsibility for developing and optimising analytical solutions to improve the company’s operating performance and will include, but is not limited to, the sales order planning and operational functions across all IQE sites.

Working with key stakeholders across the business they will support capacity modelling activities and tactical scheduling of IQE’s manufacturing sites for optimum efficiency and profitability. Working with Operations, Planning and Supply Chain departments to optimise execution of the site production schedules, they will be influential in providing information for Group level delivery, operational and financial targets.

The Graduate Business Analyst will also participate in key internal meetings and communications concerning forecasting, working capital and delivery schedule updates whilst facilitating standard reporting protocols across the sites and functions whilst also working closely with the Operational Excellence team.

Key responsibilities include

• Communicates results and findings to senior management.
• Extracts useful data and other valuable information to assist key business objectives.
• Designs and implements processes for data analysis, including standard reporting protocols across sites & functions.
• Maintains an understanding of business goals and operations.
• Provides guidance for the implementation of KPIs for key initiatives and optimisation projects.
• Provides inputs for operating and financial reports as required.
• Evaluates Business Unit forecasts and budget packs from a capacity perspective
• To develop and maintain excel files that enable scenario modelling for mid to long term planning.
• Maintenance of master data tables that control long term planning process e.g. qualified raw materials, qualified tools, operational performance metrics.
• Assists in planning and coordinating new tool qualifications to satisfy long term capacity requirements.
• Facilitates the monthly SIOP pack that integrates the sales, production planning and forecasting processes.
• Works with the planning team to consolidate a Group level view of the near-term workflow and schedules.
• Assists in production risk assessments and mitigation activities.
• Evaluates and improves current planning processes, will provide key manager input to the design and implementation of an upgraded MES/Business Central system.

About you

• Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Understands MES/ERP systems
• Excellent Data Analytic skills
• Salesforce experience is highly beneficial
• Proficient in Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and great attention to detail

Why should you join us?

All our employees benefit from:

• Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)
• Professional Development and career pathways
• Bonus plans
• Attractive pension plans
• Income protection - Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)
• Long service awards 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years
• Values-based recognition awards
• Health Cash Plan includes discounts with high street brands
• Cycle to work plan (includes E-bikes)
• Electric Car Scheme (salary dependent)
• Employee Assistance Programme (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access to second medical opinion and unlimited access to a remote GP)
• Life assurance 4x salary
• Access to workplace Mental Health First Aiders/wellbeing rooms

IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Want to learn more? Contact our in-house [email protected] or visit our website Current Vacancies | IQE Corporate (iqep.com)