Management Analyst Company Overview: KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being.
KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility
This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain your active DoD level clearance. This position is also contingent upon contract award.Position Summary / Objective: The Management Analyst will evaluate organizational processes, identify improvements, and support efficiency initiatives to optimize contract execution.
Essential functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Conduct analytical work on a wide range of subjects of importance such as project/program effectiveness, policy development, project management, information systems, law, and regulatory compliance, and may be asked to support special ad-hoc projects for senior managers.
- Conduct organizational, budgetary and efficiency studies and evaluations related to cost, schedule, and performance.
- Prepare customer (sponsor) statement of work proposals, metrics, budget exhibits, and other program related data drills.
- Conduct work simplifications and measurement studies, and update or prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management and project managers in operating more efficiently and effectively or to reduce cost.
- Develop recommendations to streamline workflows.
- Assist in implementing efficiency initiatives and monitor their effectiveness.
- Prepare reports on process improvements and provide management with visibility.
- Coordinate with departments to align with best practices.
- Compile data for metrics and analyze performance indicators.
- Research and recommend best practices for organizational efficiency.
- Track progress of improvement initiatives and provide updates to management.
- Assist in developing strategic plans for departmental operations.
- Identify resource needs and develop strategies for effective resource allocation.
- Support the development and implementation of performance improvement tools.
- Conduct interviews and surveys to gather feedback on workflow challenges.
- Create process maps and identify opportunities for reducing inefficiencies.
- Collaborate with IT specialists to implement technological solutions.
- Develop training materials and conduct workshops for staff adaptation to new processes.
- Assist in preparing business cases to support new initiatives.
Required education and experience: - Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is required.
- A certificate in Project Management or Lean Principles.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in evaluating organizational processes and supporting efficiency initiatives.
- Able to obtain / maintain an Active DoD Secret security clearance or higher.
Preferred education and experience: - Expertise in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with data-driven decision-making.
- Ability to facilitate cross-functional team collaboration.
- Familiarity with project management software and tools.
Competencies: - The ability to communicate professionally, both orally and in writing, with customers, vendors, management, and coworkers.
- Possess skills identified for a Financial Analyst, including:
- Experience with DoD financial systems (ERP, DTS, EDW, PET, TAAT).
- Knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles.
- Strong research and analytical skills for forecasting and data accuracy.
- High-level knowledge in project management, including:
- Collecting, assembling, and communicating project plans and execution strategies.
- The ability to conduct studies on cost, schedule, and performance, and deliver actionable recommendations.
- Proficiency in preparing documentation such as proposals, budget exhibits, and operational manuals.
- Experience with project management tools and techniques, especially for supporting senior leadership in decision-making.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, Word) for creating reports and metrics.
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and take on ad-hoc assignments.
- Strong process improvement and organizational efficiency skills.
- Ability to evaluate data and identify improvement opportunities.
- Clear communication skills in presenting recommendations.
- Strong interpersonal skills required.
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.
- Must demonstrate skills and strong oral and written communication skills, excellent customer service skills, and be able to handle pressure.
Additional eligibility requirements Work authorization/security clearance requirements: An active DoD Secret security clearance.
Other Duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.
Telework: - No telework allowed for this position - 100% onsite.
Travel: - Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS
- Travel up to 10% may be required.
Benefits and Additional Compensation: KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.
AAP/EEO Statement: KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.