Business Analyst

Company Overview:

When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview:

Term: Full Time

Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Business Analyst is an innovative strategy leader with a strong understanding of procurement and finance processes and activities; with the ability to apply that knowledge to implement solutions to accommodate business requirements in a manufacturing environment.

We are looking for a motivated team member with the ability to build strong relationships. A qualified candidate can effectively translate organizational needs into strategic opportunities, while understanding the effect on a growing global organization. Responsibilities will include deep assessments into business challenges, evaluating new technologies, and defining functional standards. This individual will manage the planning and implementation of projects ensuring policies and procedures are consistent with company goals, best practices, software compliance, and regulatory requirements.

What you’ll do as the Business Analyst:

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

• Understanding of purchasing and finance business system processes
• Industry best practice awareness of technology concepts and architecture patterns
• Work with vendors and service providers as a liaison for the technical team to select the services and products that meet company requirements
• Establish and maintain an effective system of communications throughout the organization
• Determine project schedules and effectively manage the allocation of resources to achieve project objectives
• Ability to translate technical language into a non-technical understanding
• Work closely with our user community and IT professionals to build consensus and standards that are scalable, adaptable, and flexible to meet the needs of a changing business landscape
• Comply with audit requirements and execute change management best practices
• Drive to keep current with evolving technology and apply it to future strategic objectives
• Ability to deliver solutions with industry leading security and efficiencies that aligns with the Enterprise Agenda

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT technical, or a related field
• 3+ years relevant sales and distribution system experience
• 10+ years of experience working in a large, multi-regional, corporate environment
• Experience with ERP systems, with a preference for the Microsoft D365 F&SCM platform
• Experience implementing cloud solutions is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong customer support orientation
• Proven record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Exhibits strong organizational and time management skills with a sense of drive and urgency
• Exceptional interpersonal, collaboration, and communication abilities
• Be resourceful in finding solutions and overcoming challenges
• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments, can manage multiple projects simultaneously, and is comfortable taking initiative to move work forward with minimal oversight.

Competencies:

• Driving for Results - Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goal attainment; tenaciously working to meet or exceed those goals while deriving satisfaction from the process of goal achievement and continuous improvement.
• Business Support - Build trusting relationships internally and externally; Leads efforts in positive change and challenges status quo; Strong business acumen.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving - Attentive and engaged listener; Efficiently analyzes and translates business requirements; Ability to assess multiple options before arriving at the final solution; Effectiveness in prioritization of business needs and requests.
• Knowledge of ERP Systems and Business Processes - Familiar with functional processes in a Manufacturing environment. Ability to identify opportunities for simplification. Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics365.

Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. As a valued team member, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, as well as state-mandated sick leave, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse.

At Zones, work is more than a job –with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.

Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member’s Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.