Business Analyst, Supply Chain Technology

Company: Est--e Lauder Companies
Location: Waterloo
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

The Est--e Lauder Companies (ELC) Inc. is a Fortune 500, multinational manufacturer and marketer of prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance and hair care products, headquartered in New York City. As the global leader in prestige beauty, we touch over half a billion consumers a year. The company owns a diverse portfolio of brands, distributed internationally through both digital commerce and retail channels.The Business Analyst, Supply Chain Technology understands business processes, process analysis/management, and their related IT requirements. Drives the definition, optimization, improvement, and approved changes to new and existing business processes and IT solutions via development of business and functional requirements. Manages process conformance and compliance as appropriate (e.g.SOX). Collaborates with technical teams to prototype, build, test and deliver the solution. Serve as a functional/domain expert on project teams.KEY ACTIVITIES

• Help determine the approach and methodology that best suits the task requirements and client environment
• Serve as a functional/domain expert on the project team
• Work as a technical support and liaison to designated IT personnel to provide clarification, support and feedback on enhancement requests and regular updates/releases; adhere to release schedules.
• Be adept at identifying, quantifying, and managing project delivery risks
• Extrapolate core project requirements based on client needs and translate the requirements into project documentation
• Lead the design and associated documentation of multiple IT projects by creating requirements documents, use cases, user stories, workflows, wireframes and mockups.
• Manage and guide Business Analysts working on same projects to ensure project success.
• Prepare and execute test scripts and document test results with minimal direction from a lead or project manager
• Identify and define problems and present options for mitigation
• Understand the elements of user experience and visual design and the application and benefits of a user-centered design process in the delivery of solutions
• Contribute to the development of project plans.
• Coordinate requirements walk-through and--sign-offs, verifying with user representatives/stakeholders that use cases and process models accurately portray specific business needs.
• Maintain a cursory understanding of new and emerging technologies and their potential client applications
• Evaluate potential software solutions, including off-the-shelf and open source components, and the system architecture to ensure that they meet business requirements.QUALIFICATIONSFUNCTIONAL SKILLS
  • Strong communication and validation skills. Able to iterate through the requirements in phases. Evidence of staying in alignment with business sponsor, stakeholders, and management.
  • Independent and creative analytical skills and the ability to clearly communicate ideas and confirm understanding.-- --
  • An analytical mind that can break down complex problems into solvable components
  • Demonstrated writing skills
  • Requirements definition & management
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and enthusiasm for taking on a dynamic portfolio of responsibilities
  • Meticulous attention to detail, with the belief that no detail is too small to be overlooked
  • An exceptional communicator and spirited collaboratorTECHNICAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
    • Strong production capabilities in PowerPoint, Keynote, Word, Excel, JIRA, Confluence
    • Functional knowledge of ERP modules and functionalities (e.g. SAP)
    • Experience working with (or, ability to quickly learn & master) a variety of technologies.
    • Experienced in traditional SDLC and Agile frameworks
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field or equivalent experience.The anticipated base salary range for this position is $69,000 to $102,500. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results as well as participation in the share incentive plan.In addition, The Est--e Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

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