Business Analyst

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and data-savvy Business Analyst to join our growing Data &Analytics team. In this role, you will be a key liaison between business stakeholders and the data team, translating business needs into actionable data requirements and driving the development of impactful reporting and analytics solutions. You will be responsible for understanding what the business teams need to solve for, identifying relevant data sources, and collaborating with the Data Center of Excellence to deliver high-quality data solutions that support informed decision-making across the organization.

Detailed Description

Requirements Gathering:

Elicit and document requirements for reporting and analytics projects through workshops, interviews, and surveys with stakeholders across different departments.

Clearly define the purpose and objectives of reporting, identifying key performance indicators(KPIs) and metrics.

Analyze existing reports and data sources to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.

Data Discovery and Mapping:

Work with stakeholders to understand the current data landscape, including existing reports, datasources, and data quality.

Identify and document relevant data sources, both internal and external, required to meet reporting requirements.

Collaborate with data engineers and architects to map data flows and ensure data integrity.

Data Modeling and Visualization:

Develop conceptual and logical data models to support reporting requirements.

Create mockups and prototypes of reports and dashboards using tools like Excel, Google Sheets, and Power BI to visualize data and gather feedback from stakeholders.

Translate business requirements into technical specifications for data engineers and developers.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with the Data Center of Excellence to ensure alignment between business needs and data solutions.

Effectively communicate data requirements and project updates to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization to foster collaboration and trust.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

Essential Skills:

6+ years of experience as a Business Analyst with a focus on data analysis and reporting.

Strong understanding of enterprise data tools and structures, including data warehouses, datalakes, and data pipelines.

Proven ability to gather and document detailed business requirements.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, including data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.

Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.

Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of SQL and data modeling techniques.

Familiarity with data governance principles and best practices.

Experience working in an agile development environment.

Experience with Generative AI tools and processes.

Physical Demands

Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.

Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.

Typical Experience

Proven experience (6 - 7 years) as a Business Analyst, preferably within a manufacturing sector.

Project management certification is an asset but not required

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field or a combination of work experience and education.