Business Analyst (Manufacturing Operations)
Where
- Asheville, NC
What you'll be doing
- Business Analyst works in IT as a liaison between the information technology group and the specific business functions supports. This business analyst position supports factory operations and requires in-depth business domain expertise in planning, manufacturing, materials management, engineering and the supporting business systems. Candidate analyses business requirements and designs and implements process and system improvements. The business analyst also provides first and second-level end-user support for business systems, analyses process and system problems and determines corrective actions. A business analyst works closely with people at all levels in the organization and plays a key role in driving continuous improvement and advancing business performance. Analyze, document and prioritize business requirements in cooperation with key users, process owners and business leaders. Analyze, model and document current-state and future-state business processes using process modeling tools and following a consistent modeling methodology. Design and implement process improvements and system enhancements that conform to industry and application best-practices. Evaluate and select bolt-on applications to meet specific business requirements not met by the core ERP system. Analyze and define business reporting requirements and implement in cooperation with the business intelligence team. Perform data analysis using SQL queries and ad-hoc reporting tools. Act as project manager for IT intensive business improvement projects. Provide periodic class room training on supported systems. Provide day-to-day process and application support to end-users. Troubleshoot technical application and data issues and engage with the corporate SAP group or third party suppliers for higher levels of support.
What your background should be
- 5+ years of progressive ERP implementation and support experience in manufacturing and materials management. Outstanding functional domain expertise in planning, manufacturing, materials management and engineering. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written). Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group including executives, managers, subject matter experts, and end-users. Motivated to drive projects to successful completion, whether leading an initiative, supporting a team or working independently. Focused on results by emphasizing delivery of measurable business benefits aligned with clearly defined key performance indicators. Strong analytical skills, including excellent proficiency in discovering customer business needs and translating them into functional and technical requirements. Excellent knowledge of business processes and best practices in manufacturing operations. Good project management skills and understanding of project management lifecycle with the ability to successfully lead projects. Experience in SAP ECC 6.0 (PP, MM, QM, PL and VC). Business process modeling methodologies and tools (BPMN, Visio, ARIS). Product configuration technology (like SAP VC. Data analysis using SQL Queries. Certifications in SAP, APICS, CBAP, PMP, ITIL, etc.
Required Schooling / Training
- Bachelor degree from an accredited higher learning institution in computer science, business, operations management, or engineering.
Who is the client company
- The company is an American multinational, biotechnology product development company.
- If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com
