MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Design and implement business process improvements and analytics solutions to support procurement and data management functions. | Bachelor's degree in related field with 0-3 years experience in analytics or supply chain, strong analytical and computer skills, familiarity with ERP systems, and ability to obtain security clearance. | Position Description The Business/Systems Analyst will design, develop and administer project initiatives to improve efficiencies within the Laboratory’s Procurement, Data Management, Reporting, and Business Processes functions. The successful candidate will provide strategic business analysis and assist in the design of solutions to support business requirements for the Contracting Services Department and the Laboratory. Assigned business processes include the areas of Procurement, Data Management, B2B, Report Design, Spend Analytics, and Business Process efficiency. This position will partner heavily with IT, Finance, and other functional areas on system development and to identify stakeholder requirements. Will lead projects as assigned. Good business acumen and demonstrated experience in an Analytics or Systems Management environment is required. Duties include • Design, build and implement standardized business processes, interfacing with Laboratory IT Staff and various Laboratory stakeholders as required • Develop and enhance business intelligence required to drive Procurement and Materials Management functions and support the overall acquisition strategy for the Contracting Services Department • Communicate new policies and procedures impacting the department and Laboratory • Assisting with the development and maintenance of e-Procurement systems • Analyzing and improving the Laboratory’s current business management/analytics practices, policies and procedures • Documenting business needs, analyzing current system capabilities and identifying gaps between business needs and existing functionality; design and document solutions as needed • Design and execution of standard queries and ad-hoc reports necessary in support of assigned analyses and projects • Opportunities for database/dashboard development and coding automation • Automating processes with AI, macros, power queries, and other tools Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related field • 0-3 years of experience working in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Materials & Inventory Control, or Business Analytics & Design (or a combination thereof) • Strong analytical/computer skills – a demonstrated skill set with Excel, MS Office, AI LLMs, data visualization software (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) • Exposure to basic programming/scripting (Excel macros, simple web design, JavaScript for forms, etc) • Good problem solving, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills with attention to detail – ability to monitor and manage ServiceNow requests is necessary in this role • Familiarity with SAP, S/4HANA, SRM or comparable ERP systems • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment along with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously is a key factor to success within this position • Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus for this role • ISM/APICS/PMI similar certification is highly desirable for this opportunity • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance is required THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION AND THE CANDIDATE HAS TO BE WITHIN 100 MILES OF THE LAB. Hiring Range: $63,400 - $82,400 Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits. At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans • MIT-funded pension • Matching 401K • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs • Mentorship programs • A range of work-life balance options • ... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks . Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required. Requisition ID: 43063

Lead and oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for sponsored research projects, including managing a team and implementing enterprise financial systems. | 15+ years in financial management of sponsored research, leadership experience, expertise with budgeting and forecasting systems (OneStream preferred), advanced degree in business or finance, and ability to obtain security clearance. | Job Description The Financial Services Department (F$D) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic financial professional to serve as Senior Manager, Planning and Analysis – Research. This individual will lead a growing Planning and Analysis team responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for sponsored research projects across MIT Lincoln Laboratory. The Senior Manager will serve as the primary leader ensuring the success of BPF Phase 2+, driving the enterprise-wide modernization of financial Budgeting, Planning & Forecasting (BPF) processes and consolidation of these processes into the MIT LL enterprise planning ecosystem (currently OneStream). They will also provide direct supervision, mentorship, and career development support to the Research Planning and Analysis team, which includes managers and analysts. This role is highly collaborative, working closely with Laboratory leadership, the Business Transformation Office (BTO), the Program Management Office (PMO), the Information Services Department (ISD), and key research stakeholders to deliver best-in-class planning and analysis capabilities that support both the research and operational missions of the Laboratory. Duties and Responsibilities • Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to the Planning and Analysis – Research team, supervising Finance Managers and Analysts. • Lead the design, development, and institutionalization of Laboratory-wide budgeting, planning, and forecasting (BPF) processes for sponsored research projects. • Serve as the executive sponsor and functional lead for Phase 2+ of the OneStream implementation, ensuring successful configuration, adoption, and sustainability of BPF processes. • Build and maintain a center of excellence in financial planning and analysis, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in reporting across all research Divisions and Groups. • Define and standardize metrics, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for tracking financial performance of sponsored projects. • Partner with key research and business stakeholders to drive alignment on financial planning requirements and deliver actionable insights. • Coordinate closely with BTO, PMO, and ISD to integrate financial processes with broader Laboratory transformation initiatives. • Support long-term strategic financial planning, including PTS Ceiling funding requirements, multi-year forecasting, and research portfolio analysis. • Present financial results, recommendations, and forecasts to Laboratory leadership. • Drive a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging systems, tools, and best practices to optimize financial planning and reporting. Qualifications - Required • 15+ years of progressive experience in financial management, planning, and analysis of sponsored research projects, preferably in a university, non-profit, or government research environment. • Demonstrated leadership experience managing financial planning teams, with proven success in supervising and developing staff. • Extensive knowledge of budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes and experience implementing enterprise-level financial systems. • Hands-on experience with enterprise performance management (EPM) systems, preferably OneStream; experience with SAP is a plus. • Strong track record of developing financial dashboards, reports, and metrics that drive decision-making. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and execute tactically. • Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to clearly present complex financial concepts to technical and non-financial stakeholders. • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). • Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred. At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans • MIT-funded pension • Matching 401K • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs • Mentorship programs • A range of work-life balance options • ... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks. Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required. Requisition ID: 42335