Excel
Peter Gräni
Business Analyst
5436 Würenlos,Aargau
Summary
Perceptive Senior Business Analyst with 27 years driving successful business processes for Insurance and Reinsurance companies. Known for leveraging both macro and micro-scale analyses to generate holistic images of ongoing business operations for immediate actionability. Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Business Analyst
Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd
Zürich
02.2003 - Current
- Supported leadership team with reporting, analysis, and business presentations to inform divisional strategies.
- Conducted interviews with key business users to collect information on business processes and user requirements.
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed and maintained data warehouses and data marts to support business operations.
- Designed and developed data pipelines to acquire, clean and process data.
- Applied honed problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve issues impacting business operations and goal achievement.
Business Consultant
CSC Schweiz AG
Aarau
07.1998 - 01.2003
- Onsite consultant/ support, Integration and Migration of SICS, GE Kansas City US
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Consultant
Helvetia Patria
Zürich
01.1996 - 06.1998
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Responded to internal customer requests for IT products, services, and company information.
- Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
Sales Representative
Swiss Life
Zürich
01.1995 - 12.1995
- Created professional sales presentations to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Approached potential clients by using direct marketing mailings and phone contacts.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
Consultant
AWD Zürich
Zürich
06.1994 - 12.1994
- Supported clients with business analysis, documentation, and data modeling.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Vice President of Operations
Soffec Flies AG
Zürich
01.1991 - 05.1994
- Strategically coordinated operations according to objectives and capabilities, effectively allocating resources to meet demands
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Integrated marketing plans to reach wider audience and push business prospects closer to conversion.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
Buyer Specialist
Willi Studer AG
Regensdorf
09.1989 - 11.1990
- Analyzed and reviewed reorder report recommendations for daily and weekly replenishment, making recommendations on product offerings based on consumer data.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction and customer demand.
Construction Manager
Belmundo AG
Zürich
10.1988 - 08.1989
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
Apprentice Mechanic
Karl Böni
Dübendorf
04.1983 - 04.1987
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Developed technical skills through training and shadowing experienced professionals.
- Studied manufacturing processes to improve overall knowledge.
- Communicated with engineering team to discuss methods to improve process and performance.
Education
Associate in Engineering Technology - Mechanic Engineering
Apprenticeship Machine Mechanic
Karl Böni Dübendorf Switzerland 04.1983 - 03.1987
Bachelor of Administrative Studies - Administration
Dr Räber Höhere Handelsschule
Technical Administration 01.1987 - 01.1988
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business And Managerial Economics
Higher Economy Diploma
KLZ Zürich 01.1990 - 01.1991
Bachelor of Business Information Systems - Information Technology
PC Support
IFA Zürich 01.1998 - 07.1998
High School Diploma -
Business Information Technology
IFA Zürich 03.2001 - 03.2003
Skills
Operations analysis
undefinedSoftware
Access
Word
SICS
SQL
MS Project
Scrum Master
AGIL Workprocess
ITIL
Interests
Sport
Economy
Family
Timeline
Business Analyst
Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd
02.2003 - Current
High School Diploma -
Business Information Technology
03.2001 - 03.2003
Business Consultant
CSC Schweiz AG
07.1998 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Business Information Systems - Information Technology
PC Support
01.1998 - 07.1998
Consultant
Helvetia Patria
01.1996 - 06.1998
Sales Representative
Swiss Life
01.1995 - 12.1995
Consultant
AWD Zürich
06.1994 - 12.1994
Vice President of Operations
Soffec Flies AG
01.1991 - 05.1994
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business And Managerial Economics
Higher Economy Diploma
01.1990 - 01.1991
Buyer Specialist
Willi Studer AG
09.1989 - 11.1990
Construction Manager
Belmundo AG
10.1988 - 08.1989
Bachelor of Administrative Studies - Administration
Dr Räber Höhere Handelsschule
01.1987 - 01.1988
Apprentice Mechanic
Karl Böni
04.1983 - 04.1987
Associate in Engineering Technology - Mechanic Engineering
Apprenticeship Machine Mechanic
04.1983 - 03.1987
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