Staff Automotive Business Operations Analyst

General Summary:We are seeking aStaff Automotive Business Operations Analystto support critical business operations for the Automotive Business Unit (BU). This role spans demand planning, inventory management, product lifecycle management, and new product introduction (NPI). The ideal candidate will leverage data analytics and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence and enable data-driven decision-making.Key Responsibilities- Develop and maintainmultiyear demand forecastsfor automotive managed products.- Organizeregional forecast alignment meetingsand use analytics to improve forecast accuracy and optimize safety stock planning.- Supportdemand planning processes, ensuring Automotive requirements are accurately captured and executed in partnership with Sales Operations and Supply Chain.- Manageinventory levelsto meet customer and financial objectives.- Collaborate with Finance onpricing, forecasting, and supply constraint planning.- DriveProduct Lifecycle Management, including:- - Product Change Notices (PCN):Track customer acceptance, demand transition, and inventory depletion. - Conduct ad hoc analysis to support lifecycle and demand management.- SupportNPI activitiesthrough production release.- Leadprocess improvements and system implementationsto enhance efficiency and reporting.- Provide day-to-day operational support for the Automotive BU and streamline processes where possible.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, or related field and 5+ years of business operations or related experience.ORAssociate's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, or related field and 7+ years of business operations or related experience.Preferred Qualifications- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical, critical thinking, and conceptual skills; ability to identify root causes and propose solutions.- Industry Experience: 2+ years in semiconductor or related industry.- Technical Proficiency:- - 5+ years with ERP, CRM (e.g., Salesforce), and business analytics tools (e.g., Tableau). - Advanced Excel and complex data analytics expertise.- Organizational Experience: 3+ years in a large, matrixed organization.- Communication and Presentation: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present effectively across cultures and collaborate proactively.- Collaboration and Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships and work inclusively across teams.- 5+ years experience within Finance, Sales Operations, Supply Chain or related fields with financial and/or operations background- BS in Business / Finance or related field required- Experience with demand / forecasting process- Experience with NPI, PCN and PLM activities- Experience in driving analytics and reporting initiativesQualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail[]{target=

Created: 2026-01-14