Business Analyst / Management Development Associate

About Bobrick

Headquartered in North Hollywood, CA, Bobrick is a global leader in stainless steel commercial washroom accessories with more than 100 years of innovation. Founded in 1906, Bobrick pioneered the world's first lavatory-mounted soap dispenser and has grown into a mid-sized, privately owned enterprise with trusted brands like Koala Kare. Today, Bobrick operates eight manufacturing facilities across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and India, serving customers in over 125 countries worldwide.

Job Summary

The Business Analyst / Management Development Associate will report to the Business Unit Director – Partitions & Cubicles. This is a leadership development role designed for high-potential talent seeking to drive business impact and grow into future general management roles. The position supports strategic initiatives across the Toilet Partitions Business Unit (TPBU), combining business analysis, product development, analytics, and AI-enabled software solutions to improve decision-making and business performance. The ideal candidate combines strong business judgment with the technical ability to build dashboards, analytical models, automations, and lightweight software solutions. This is a high-visibility role that offers broad exposure to senior leadership and a unique opportunity to build skills in marketing strategy, analytics, operations, and product development. Success in this position will require intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for solving complex business problems in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives that improve TPBU competitiveness, quality, and operational performance.
• Develop business cases, analytical models, and technology-enabled solutions to support decision-making.
• Design and implement dashboards, reporting tools, and process automations.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects from planning through execution.
• Gather customer and market insights to inform business strategy and product development.
• Communicate recommendations and project outcomes to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Data, Analytics & AI

• Build analytical tools, dashboards, automations, and lightweight internal applications that improve business decision-making and execution.
• Use AI coding assistants together with Python, SQL, or similar technologies to prototype solutions and automate business processes.
• Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards, data models, and reporting tools.
• Write and review SQL, Python, or similar code to analyze data and solve business problems.
• Partner with IT and Engineering to understand data architecture and improve system integration.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to improve productivity across TPBU.

Strategic & Analytical Leadership

• Lead key workstreams within TPBU's highest priority initiatives, including Specs-to-Saw and Quality Transformation.
• Develop business cases and perform market, pricing, profitability, and forecasting analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Break down complex business problems into structured, data-driven solutions.

Innovation & Agile Execution

• Lead product development and business improvement initiatives from concept through implementation.
• Develop rapid proofs of concept using agile methods and emerging technologies.
• Manage relationships with external vendors supporting strategic initiatives.

Communication & Stakeholder Influence

• Translate analysis into compelling business recommendations and executive presentations.
• Build alignment across Sales, Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer Service, and Finance.
• Train colleagues on new tools, processes, and best practices.

Leadership & Team Development

• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams to deliver outsized business results.
• Champion TPBU priorities and act as a connective leader across Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance.
• Balance individual project ownership with collaborative team efforts.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; relevant fields may include engineering, computer science, data science, mathematics, economics, business, or another quantitatively oriented discipline. Candidates from other academic backgrounds will be considered based on demonstrated analytical and technical capability.
• MBA or other relevant graduate degrees preferred but not required.
• 1–3 years of experience solving complex business problems through data, technology, and structured analysis.
• Demonstrated experience building dashboards, automations, software tools, or analytical models.
• Hands-on experience with at least one programming or querying language, such as Python or SQL.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or a similar business intelligence platform strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies and use AI coding tools to improve productivity.

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including comfort working with data to uncover insights and make recommendations.
• Skilled in structured thinking and problem decomposition; able to apply logic frameworks to complex business challenges.
• Clear, persuasive communicator — skilled at crafting presentations and influencing decisions at all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous environments; able to break down complex problems and drive toward structured solutions.
• High degree of ownership, adaptability, and bias for action.
• Effective in both independent and collaborative work settings.

Technical & Analytical Tools

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills required.
• Working proficiency in Python, SQL, or another relevant programming language required.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or a similar visualization platform strongly preferred.
• Comfortable using AI coding assistants to support analysis, automation, and rapid prototyping.
• Familiarity with relational databases, APIs, and data modeling.

Pay & Schedule

• Location: North Hollywood, CA
• Schedule: M-F, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Salary: $85,000 - 95,000.00

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Year-end Bonuses
• Life and AD&D
• Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days
• Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Why Join Bobrick?

You'll find the stability of a long-established company with the growth opportunities of a trusted industry leader. We offer an inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to sustainable solutions that make a difference worldwide. Join us to grow your skills and contribute to a company built on innovation, integrity, and sustainability. Together, we're shaping the future of washroom design, one project at a time.

• Legacy & Leadership – 100+ years as a global washroom solutions leader
• Purpose-Driven Impact – Products that improve hygiene, accessibility, and sustainability worldwide.
• Growth Opportunities – Training, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Inclusive Culture – Collaborative, respectful, and diverse workplace.
• Sustainability Commitment – Supporting green building and environmental stewardship.
• Global Stability – Privately held, established brand with global presence.

Bobrick's Culture

We view our culture as a competitive advantage and a foundation for continued success. Our positive and supportive culture encourages our people to do their best work every day. Bobrick respects work-life balance, has a strong commitment to employee development and attributes its success to five core values and their alignment with its employees, suppliers, sales representatives, distributors and other channel partners.

We are dedicated to:

• Do the right thing: Conduct all aspects of business honestly, ethically, and responsibly.
• Offer the best value: Provide products and services which best meet each customer's needs.
• Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Embrace all backgrounds and experiences, promote equity, and be inclusive.
• Help each employee develop and achieve their potential.
• Foster a fearless and trusting culture.
• Continuously improve everything we do.