Business Analyst

POSITION PURPOSE -
Work closely with merchandising and cross-functional partners to execute projects that drive business value and meet the overall company strategic goals.  Requires strong analytical and problem solving skills in addition to being able to work on multiple projects concurrently.  Need to develop tactical strategies with key partners and ensure successful execution of business and technology projects.  Coordinate activities across multiple functional groups, requiring strong communication and project management skills.  Participate in driving processes for specific areas of responsibilities and complete project tasks as assigned by managers.  Needs excellent written and verbal communication skills, knowledge of the IT project life-cycle, strong organization skills, and experience in business requirements and training documentation.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES -
20% Plan and lead all phases of a project's life cycle (i.e. feasibility, design implementation, evaluation); this includes extracting the business need; defining the business requirements, understanding the impact on the business, and designing and carrying out the project(s)

10% Serve as liaison between merchandising and finance by facilitating meetings including both departments

10% Mentor other analysts in developing/honing business knowledge and analytical skills

20% Serve as a subject matter expert and perform research and/or analysis within assigned projects

20% Multi-task to work on 2 to 4 projects simultaneously, recommending process improvements and making final project recommendations which impact the business

20% Establish and report on metrics of assigned projects to gauge business value

NATURE AND SCOPE -
Reports to Manager, Merchandising MGMT Systems

No direct reports, however, the position will be required to mentor others who have the need for assistance

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS -
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -
Must be eighteen years of age
Must pass the Drug Test
Must pass the Background Check
Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED -
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 2

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS -
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -
Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience with SQL or other database work

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES -
Strong project management skills, including strong process orientation, ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

Good communication skills, including ability to interact with officers, also needs the ability to negotiate and persuade

Strong analytical skills and general understanding of technical concepts

Ability to establish priorities and procedures for accomplishing work within established deadlines; ability to handle multiple projects and manage toward deadlines and deliverables

Proven leadership skills, including a willingness and ability to be a mentor