Business Analyst

Overview

The Business Systems Analyst I formulates recommendations for and works to implement cost-effective and relevant systems to support overall business strategies.

• Acquire and maintain a thorough understanding of business areas supported to determine specific business requirements; periodic air and ground travel to other company locations is required, up to 10% of the time
• Participate in programming/product development and product support for new and existing systems, interfaces and processes that business functions
• Lead and participate in IT projects focused on supporting company strategic goals as well as daily operations; responsible for projects through all phases of the software development lifecycle
• In consultation with other members of the IT team, research and evaluate solutions and recommend the most effective and efficient options based on existing systems, available technology, equipment capacity and limitations and desired outcome and results
• Assist in preparing proposals and recommendations for management and end users as needed
• Back up other IT functions as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned, based on workload and business need

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related field; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• 5 years’ experience as a Business Analyst or in a related position.
• Ability to develop, document and implement business systems policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of ERP environment.
• Working knowledge of RDBMS technology, including but not limited to Oracle, SQL Server and DB2.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office, including Microsoft Access.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to think creatively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.