Business Operations Analyst (Hybrid)

Position Title: Business Operations Analyst
Location: Lyndhurst, NJ (Onsite with occasional flexibility)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary About the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX)
The United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. represents container carrier members and port associations serving the East and Gulf Coasts of the United States. Our mission is to protect and advance the collective interests of our members through strong labor relations, operational excellence, and strategic collaboration. We are committed to delivering value through innovation, efficiency, and a people-first approach.

Position Summary The Business Operations Analyst will play a key role in supporting the strategic and financial operations of USMX by providing analytical, planning, and operational support to the CFO. This new role is designed to grow and expand to better meet the needs of a fast-growing organization in a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate is a data-driven problem solver with strong business acumen, modeling expertise, and a commitment to organizational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial and Operational Analysis

• Create and maintain ongoing financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling to support strategic decision-making as it relates to labor agreements and industry trends.
• Create and prepare reports and dashboards to track contract performance metrics and industry financial benchmarks.
• Assist with internal budget development and variance analysis, including quarterly and annual reporting cycles.

Strategic Planning and Support

• Provide analytical support for organizational initiatives, including labor relations, contract negotiations, benefit funds, government regulations, and public relations.
• Support strategic and scenario planning activities in collaboration with senior leadership and department heads.
• Monitor industry trends and evaluate their impact on operational and financial strategies.

Process Optimization and Risk Management

• Evaluate and improve internal controls, financial workflows, and reporting mechanisms.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and support implementation of improved systems and technologies.
• Collaborate with internal teams as well as association members to ensure cross-functional alignment and compliance.

Leadership and Succession Support

• Serve as a key partner to the CFO in managing day-to-day operations and special initiatives.
• Participate in executive team meetings, board preparation, and other stakeholder presentations as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial or operational analysis, ideally in logistics, maritime, or industrial sectors.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; familiarity with financial systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present data clearly to diverse audiences.

Preferred:

• MBA preferred.
• Experience working in unionized environments or within maritime/port operations is a plus.
• Exposure to organizational planning or leadership development is highly desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with a high degree of business and financial acumen.
• Attention to detail balanced with a view of the “big picture.”
• Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable interfacing with executives, board members, and external partners.
• Demonstrated capacity for growth and leadership development.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment (ADA Compliance)
This position primarily functions in an office environment with standard office equipment (computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.). The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and frequently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

• Communication: Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
• Mobility: Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access files, equipment, and colleagues.
• Visual acuity: Must be able to review detailed documents and reports.
• Manual dexterity: Must be able to operate a computer and related equipment.
• Lifting: Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds may be required.

Work Schedule and Travel:

• This role is based primarily in the Lyndhurst, NJ office with occasional remote work opportunities.
• Occasional travel may include industry meetings, internal site visits, and training.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and 100% employer sponsored benefits package.
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment in a critical sector of the U.S. economy.
• While USMX is a lean organization, there are abundant opportunities to expand your expertise, develop new skills, and take on meaningful challenges.
• A positive, close-knit culture where your contributions are recognized and your ideas matter.

United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the businesses we support.