POSITION SUMMARY:
The Franchise Business Analyst supports data‑driven decision making across the sales field and sales leadership teams. This role partners with business stakeholders to develop, maintain, and enhance reporting and analytics that address both operational and tactical business questions. Responsibilities include producing performance reports, analyzing trends, and translating data into clear insights that support informed decisions. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, solid business acumen, and the ability to communicate findings clearly. This role is well‑suited for someone who is comfortable working independently on defined deliverables, collaborates effectively with cross‑functional partners, and is eager to continue growing analytical and business partnership skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
Develop and deliver operating reports on sales performance, trends, productivity and other key metrics
Analyze data in ambiguous situations to identify trends, patterns, gaps and insights that extend beyond descriptive analytics
Collect, validate, analyze and distribute sales data in a timely and accurate manner
Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences
Partner with sales management and cross-functional teams to understand reporting needs and support ongoing decision making
Participate in requirements gathering sessions to define reporting, dashboard, and visualization needs
Maintain and update standard updates, dashboards, and data models
Document reporting logic, methodologies, and processes to support consistency and scalability
Develop a working understanding of AtriCure’s data sources, systems, and reporting tools
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, and automation over time
Manage multiple priorities and deliverables while adapting to shifting business needs
Adhere to data governance, security, and privacy standards
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
Regular and predictable work attendance
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Exercise sound judgement and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines
Collaborate effectively with others
Perform other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field of study, Accounting, or Business Analysis is required or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience
3-5 years of experience in business analysis, reporting, analytics, or a related role
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint and the use of sales data reporting tools
Solid analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and draw meaningful co