Business System Analyst
Business analyst job in Brecksville, OH
Akkodis is seeking an IT Platform Owner- Medical Device Manufacturing role for a permanent role with a client in Brecksville, OH (Hybrid). The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in IT platform management, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes (shop floor systems, MES, QMS, ERP integration), and specific experience within the medical device industry's regulatory landscape.
Salary Range: $135k-$138k per Annum; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Skills That Make a Difference:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in IT, with at least 3-5 years in a platform ownership, system administration, or business systems analyst role focused on manufacturing environments.
Proven experience with core manufacturing IT systems such as MES, QMS, and ERP (e.g., SAP PP/QM, Oracle SCM, Infor, Epicor).
Demonstrable experience working in a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of shop floor processes, production control, quality assurance, and supply chain management.
Specific experience in the medical device manufacturing industry is required, including familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, Part 820, ISO 13485).
Experience with contract manufacturing (CMO/CDMO) models and the associated IT integration and data exchange challenges.
Strong understanding of system validation processes (IQ/OQ/PQ) within a regulated environment.
Excellent project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel 10% of the time
Considered a Plus:
Master's degree in a relevant field.
Certifications in relevant areas (e.g., PMP, ITIL, Six Sigma, specific vendor certifications).
Experience with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platforms and data analytics in a manufacturing context.
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles as applied to manufacturing systems.
Experience with cloud-based manufacturing solutions (SaaS, PaaS)
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Benefits offerings include but are not limited to:
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution
Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings
Health Savings Account
Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave
Flexible work environment
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Business Analyst - Commercial Bank exp preferred - Onsite - Brooklyn, OH - Direct Client- JOBID656
Business analyst job in Brooklyn, OH
Works with a cross-functional team in optimization of application capabilities & business processes.
Provide Business Analysis and Project/Product support for the development, enhancement, quality assessment, and on-going support of the relevant lines of business (LOBs) .
Influence scope of work for new application features and enhancements that are consistent with strategic priorities.
Participates in the design process to ensure it supports business requirements and an optimized user experience.
Capture requirements for a highly complex system and/or multiple systems; understands the SDLC and its impact on deliverables.
Translate business requirements into user stories / use cases, and technical requirements, and convey with appropriate level of detail to the development team.
Leading ongoing reviews of business processes and developing optimization strategies
Evaluating business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions.
Broaden expertise of the business and work with technical and business teams to support business objectives.
Support and/or participate in user acceptance testing to ensure quality in application releases and user experience.
Understands security, risk management, and IT process principles and escalate to appropriate team(s) as needed.
Required Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in business analysis
Proven experience in eliciting requirements (business and technical) and testing for moderately to highly complex systems
Proven experience in generating requirements, use cases, acceptance criteria, etc.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical writing skills
Strong team player
Ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in IT / Computer Science
Experience in vendor system integration
Experience in converting data from one system to another system.
Experience within a technology environment, including Change Management and Security & Risk considerations
Familiarity with Agile mindset, e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban approaches
Previous hands-on experience with Jira/Confluence is preferred but not mandatory
Experience in analyzing data to draw business-relevant conclusions and in data visualization techniques and tools
Sr. OTM Solutions Analyst
Business analyst job in Beachwood, OH
**NO 3rd Party vendor candidates or sponsorship**
Role Title: Sr. OTM Solutions Analyst
Client: Solution Chain and Transportation and Logistics Solutions
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Duration: 6 month contract to hire
Preferred Location: 4 days onsite in Beachwood, OH
Role Description:
Configure and enhance OTM (agents, workflows, statuses, and route groups).
Strong PL/SQL skills for developing stored procedures, queries, triggers, and performance tuning.
Integrate OTM with external systems (web services, XML, middleware, telematics/ELD).
Monitor and troubleshoot OTM server-related issues, including application performance, log analysis, and environment stability.
Perform root cause analysis for performance bottlenecks in agents, workflows, and integrations.
Diagnose and resolve thread management, agent delays, and deadlocks within OTM.
Conduct database tuning and table optimization to improve OTM performance.
Collaborate with system administrators and DBAs on server load balancing, patching, and upgrades.
Solid understanding of transportation, truckload operations, fleet optimization, and compliance.
Develop and support reporting and analytics using BI Publisher and Tableau.
Conduct fit-gap analysis and design scalable fleet solutions with minimal customization.
Requirements:
7+ years hands-on development in OTM
Deep knowledge of the OTM data model, fleet-specific tables, and driver/asset workflows.
Proficiency in OTM configuration and automation (agents, workflow logic, event triggers).
Strong skills in server performance tuning and OTM environment optimization.
Advanced PL/SQL debugging and query optimization for high-volume transactions.
Ability to analyze and resolve deadlocks, agent execution delays, and thread contention.
Proficiency in capacity planning, ensuring system scalability and resilience.
Strong problem-solving mindset for complex OTM application and infrastructure issues.
Plus:
Familiarity with OTM Cloud migration and roadmap preferred.
Fleet Management modules, including driver management, equipment/power unit tracking, dispatching, and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable OTM fleet solutions.
Geographic Information Systems Analyst
Business analyst job in Akron, OH
GIS Mapper (Electrical Utility Expertise)
Remote contract (with option to hire)
Brooksource is seeking a skilled GIS professional to join our team supporting critical mapping initiatives for utility projects. This role ensures accurate mapping records that integrate with operational systems and capital programs. The ideal candidate combines strong GIS capabilities with a solid understanding of electrical distribution systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Update and maintain mapping records for capital projects, new business, and field changes using Esri ArcPro.
• Ensure mapping accuracy to support operational workflows and outage management systems.
• Interpret electrical devices and network components (switches, fuses, tie points, reclosers, SCADA controls) for proper integration into maps.
• Collaborate with internal teams to reduce backlog and meet project timelines.
Required Skills & Experience
• Minimum 2 years of industry experience in GIS or utility-related roles.
• GIS Expertise: Proficiency in Esri ArcPro and related mapping tools.
• Electrical Knowledge: Familiarity with utility distribution systems and operational impacts.
• Ability to understand how mapping decisions affect system reliability and customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Background
• Experience working in a utility environment or electrical engineering technician role.
• Exposure to grid modernization projects or outage management systems.
• Ability to quickly ramp up on complex capital initiatives.
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Lead Analyst, IS Business Analysis
Business analyst job in Akron, OH
Your Opportunity as Lead Business Analyst, IS Corporate Administration
The Smucker Information Services (IS) department enables technology solutions for capabilities that help our business perform, transform and grow. The Lead Business Analyst on the IS Corporate Administration Team realizes this purpose by serving as a key partner and relationship manager for Smucker corporate business functions including Finance and Accounting, Human Resources and Company Services. This role demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the business and business analysis, including the ability to translate needs, pain points and requirements related to business processes and systems into proposed projects and actionable specifications that can be understood by solution delivery teams. The Lead Business Analyst role also utilizes project management skills to organize and deliver efforts, often involving multiple teams. As a leader within the business analysis discipline, this role is looked upon to coach others on skills required to enable change and be an effective liaison between technical and non-technical audiences. This position requires strong relationship building and communication skills, a customer service mindset, critical thinking and a passion to drive initiatives forward.
Location: Orrville, Ohio (Close proximity to Cleveland/Akron)
Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires
In this role you will:
Cultivate relationships and learn the business
Build positive, trusting relationships with business customers and develop a deep understanding of how they operate and what they need.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with internal team members and vendors in helping to address business priorities.
Understand the process, systems and data landscape in the business area, including security and compliance needs.
Initiate, manage and deliver projects
Support business areas with new project generation while constructively challenging ROI, priority and connection to business and technical roadmaps.
Consult with subject matter experts to document existing process and business capabilities, research best practices and formulate improvement opportunities.
Define requirements based on translation of business needs and gaps collaboratively with stakeholders, leading to solution design.
Contribute to software vendor evaluation and selection activities.
Create and/or influence deliverables such as project plans, business process flows, change impacts, solution requirements, test plans, cutover plans and support plans.
Collaborate with delivery teams on solution design, identifying appropriate actions based on guidelines and acting as a champion to ensure delivered solutions meet the intended design.
Identify ongoing support needs and ensure proper transition to steady state.
Incorporate risk management into project activities and model best practices regarding audit and security controls.
May serve as a project manager on medium to large efforts pertaining to directly supported business areas, applying standard project methodologies used at Smucker.
Support and maintain existing solutions
Serve as the primary point of contact for business partners regarding IS support and periodically meet to review progress. Engage adjacent IS teams where additional skill sets and knowledge are required.
Facilitate review of software licenses and spend, risk profile and IT general controls compliance pertaining to third-party vendors.
Participate in planning and execution of periodic upgrade/release activities for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions.
Strengthen the Business Analysis community
Mentor and guide others to help advance business analysis within Smucker as a discipline, community of practice and profession.
Serve as a contributor to the Business Analysis Center of Excellence, seeking opportunities to lead change and share knowledge broadly.
The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
5+ years of relevant work experience with either a Bachelor's degree in a related field or specialized training (including on-the-job).
Experience working directly with business customers and applying business analysis techniques to create deliverables such as business cases, process flows, requirements documents and project plans.
Experience with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) implementations within an integrated enterprise environment.
Experience leading project activities with a strong understanding of project management methodology and software delivery life cycle (SDLC).
Effective communicator and facilitator, with ability to lead efficient meetings with varied audiences (leadership, vendors, etc.).
Strong customer service mindset, with an ability to understand and advocate for customer needs while setting appropriate expectations and boundaries.
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role (not required):
Experience implementing or supporting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or other enterprise level software relating to Finance, Accounting or HR.
Professional certification and/or development activities pertaining to business analysis, change management or project management.
Familiarity with data integration methods and data conversion activities. Experience creating requirements and design documentation pertaining to data integration or conversion.
Experience leading decision analyses and/or solution selection activities.
Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, IT general controls and related processes.
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Auto-ApplyIT Business Systems Analyst
Business analyst job in Brecksville, OH
Requirements
Requirements:
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical information, decisions, and approaches to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to independently identify, research and resolve issues.
Ability to Analyze and act on multiple tasks considering their priority.
ERP implementation experience, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics F/O.
Has a good understanding of best practice business processes and application.
Well- organized individual who can work with minimal amount of supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
1-3 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX/ Dynamics 365 F&O (Supply Chain/Manufacturing).
Strong Data Analysis and presentation skills.
Experience working with Microsoft DevOps and Visio.
Building SQL queries.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, vendors, non-engineers and the general public.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Maintains a valid Driver's License.
Essential Job Functions: Critical features of this job are described below. They may be subject to change at any time due to operational or other company demands.
Mental: Must be able to effectively communicate with others; complete and understand complex analysis of computer system issues and business related issues with IT. Research, read, analyze and interpret written materials, meet and exceed company standards, ensure compliance with company policies, respond appropriately to feedback to make improvements, maintain positive working relationships, troubleshoot and solve problems.
Physical: Must be able to use computer equipment, exerting up to 40 lbs of force occasionally and or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, kneel, reach, push, pull and lift for sustained periods of time. Must be able to stand, walk, sit and type for long periods of time. Exposure to moderate noise level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Knowledge of IT, modern business communication, office procedures and methods. Must be able to work with other departments and AMT employees. Must also be able to work with clients, vendors and 3rd party suppliers. Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.
Equipment Used: Telephone, computer, other office equipment as needed.
Special/ Additional Requirements: Persons in this position may be required to pass a drug, alcohol, and/or criminal background check.
AMT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Benefits:
Insurance: AMT offers major medical, dental, and vision insurance at the first of the month following 30 days of service.
Other Benefits: AMT offers several other voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, critical illness, term life insurance & long term disability (company paid), among others.
401k: AMT matches 100% of your contribution, up to 3% of your salary.
Paid Time Off (PTO): In addition to nine paid holidays, AMT provides employees with paid time off (determined by length of service), starting on day one
Other Exciting Perks!
Family-oriented, Positive Working Environment
Discretionary Yearly Raises
On-site Vending & Gym
Annual Employee Appreciation Picnic
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Assistance Program
Business Analyst
Business analyst job in Bolivar, OH
The Business Analyst will review, analyze and evaluate business systems and user needs. Document requirements, define scope and objectives and formulate systems to parallel overall business strategies.
Responsibilities:
Determine operational objectives by studying business functions; gathering information; evaluating output requirements and formats
Construct workflow charts and diagrams; studying system capabilities; writing specifications
Improve systems by studying current practices; designing modifications
Recommend controls by identifying problems; writing improved procedures
Define project requirements by identifying project milestones, phases and elements; forming project team; establishing project budget
Monitor project progress by tracking activity; resolving problems; publishing progress reports; recommending actions
Maintain user confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
Prepare technical reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Validate resource requirements and develop cost estimate models
Perform daily, weekly and monthly reviews and analyses of current processes using operational metrics and reports
Review a variety of areas including operations, purchasing, inventory, distribution and facilities
Understand and communicate the financial and operational impact of any changes
Suggest changes to senior management using analytics to support your recommendations. Actively participate in the implementation of approved changes
Create informative, actionable and repeatable reporting that highlights relevant business trends and opportunities for improvement
Conduct insightful, ad hoc analyses to investigate ongoing or one-time operational issues
Requirements:
Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area required
Microsoft Access and Excel required
Experience with an ERP system required
Cost Accounting experience preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment required
Extremely organized with strong time-management skills
Detail oriented, analytical and inquisitive
Ability to work independently as well as to collaborate with others
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Run reports through ERP system (Radius) as well as Excel and Access for production and the shop floor for productivity.
Also the back up for the costing estimator.
A degree is a plus but necessary.
Green Belt is a plus.
Bonus eligible - $1,500/year
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Business Analyst-Campus
Business analyst job in Beachwood, OH
About Us
Do great things in uncharted territory and experience the excitement of taking your career to new heights at INSIGHT2PROFIT, a rapidly growing leader in pricing and profitability consulting and technology. At INSIGHT, smart and ambitious people just like you are transforming the way businesses think and operate to achieve extraordinary outcomes. With our proven business model and your fresh perspective, you'll have the opportunity to take on a highly visible role, make a meaningful impact, and help steer our company towards even greater heights. Join us today and take your career to and take your career to the next level with INSIGHT!
Are you a data driven change maker? Investigate our consulting opportunities. Using your detective skills, you'll identify and define the analytical and reporting needs required to support our clients on new engagements. You will use your business and client knowledge while partnering with the client teams to tackle pricing management challenges.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide hands-on client consulting and analysis to drive sustainable growth by implementing and managing pricing and profit strategies.
Collaborate with internal and client teams to identify and define analytical and business requirements that support client objectives.
Utilize analytical and problem-solving skills to develop models, manipulate data, and uncover trends that reveal business opportunities for clients.
Characteristics:
Exhibits a proactive problem-solving approach and attitude. Able to identify alternative approaches and make recommendations. Demonstrates an ability to be inventive in seeking solutions. Analysis of data and facts to present a compelling argument.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Project Execution:
Prioritizes & delivers all assigned project tasks per project timeline on-time with quality results; performs tasks with a sense of urgency.
Follows standard processes, templates & tools for building client materials.
Identifies & communicates status, risks & issues impacting the quality or timeliness of work.
Pricing Analytics:
Demonstrates interest and/or competence in tools needed to deliver project analysis (Excel, Power Pivot, and other analytical tools and software, etc.).
Provides analysis and models as directed from team leads.
Completes ad hoc data queries & analysis in Excel or other tools.
Demonstrates superb attention to detail.
Client Engagement:
High level of exposure to C-suite leadership.
Responsible for routine reporting including communication deck to clients.
Presents analysis during internal client working sessions & with client.
Ability to absorb constructive feedback to improve client deliverables.
Demonstrates use of listening & questioning techniques to understand issues & problems.
Team Engagement:
Collaborative thought partner with internal and external teams.
Participate in all company growth initiatives.
Be a role model of our culture and core values, both internally and externally.
Active contributor to individual and team deliverables.
Proactively manages quality of own work.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management, Economics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Anticipated graduation date of 2026.
Experience:
Demonstrated project management capabilities (practical and/or academic)
Skills/Abilities:
Proficient in computer applications including Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Upbeat, driven, and action-oriented professional.
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, including a strong sense of personal accountability.
High degree of ambition to perform in a dynamic environment.
Travel:
6-8 days per month target.
Compensation:
The annual salary for this position in Cleveland, OH and Columbus, OH is 72,500.
The annual salary for this position in Chicago, IL is $77,500.
Employees may also be eligible to participate in the annual discretionary bonus program.
Benefits & Dynamic Rewards: Enjoy industry-leading benefits and programs designed to enhance wellness and support work-life harmony. Specifically, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage (available from your start date), a 401(k) plan with company contribution, generous paid time off, and a range of professional development opportunities including a tuition reimbursement program. Eligible employees may also participate in annual merit increases and long-term incentive program.
INSIGHT offers an appealing environment for self-directed individuals who embrace opportunity in all areas of work and life. If you are seeking the excitement of an entrepreneurial organization with a track record of accomplishment and phenomenal growth, take a closer look at INSIGHT. Career breakthroughs like this don't come along every day. Apply and tell us how you'll help us shape the direction of a booming industry.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
INSIGHT2PROFIT is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
Auto-ApplyEntry Level Business Analyst, Full-time
Business analyst job in Warren, OH
AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately hire to fill the role of an Entry Level Business Analyst at our Headquarters location in Warren, OH. This position is an onsite position working at our Headquarters location in Warren, OH.
Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide financial analysis on existing and prospective business opportunities
Work with various departments to obtain miscellaneous financial data
Collaborate with project team to identify strategies that improve profitability
Assist fellow members with various projects
Perform related duties as required
Requirements:
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Excel
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
Must be detail-oriented, efficient and possess strong organizational skills
Must be a team player and maintain good relationships with fellow AVI team members
A Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
Ability to make decisions and problem solve during high demand situations
Benefits:
AVI offers:
A family culture and atmosphere
Competitive compensation
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
401(k) with generous company match
Paid vacations and holidays
Immense training and growth opportunities
We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE
Business Analyst
Business analyst job in Akron, OH
The Business Analyst (BA) serves as a process expert for Valmark's investment business, and plays a critical role in creating useful reports, analyzing data, identifying strategic and tactical enhancements, project management, and driving investment initiatives to completion. The BA works across the investment operations team, including the Principal Review, Controls, and Processing teams. The BA has a detailed understanding of both business functions and technology used on these teams and uses that knowledge to make recommendations or improvements to existing processes and procedures. The BA is required to have a strong technical background and ability to collaborate with diverse workstyles as will serve as the liaison between the business units, vendors and shared services such as Information Technology and Financial Reporting.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
1. Lead Strategic Technology and Process Enhancements
• Drive technology initiatives that create efficiencies, support scalability, and enhance both existing and new investment strategies.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) and product lead for key investment technologies, overseeing testing, feedback, and vendor relationships such as PershingX, Tamarac, DST, etc.
• Identify and recommend process improvements or data initiatives that simplify complexity, optimize workflows, and ensure Valmark remains innovative within the industry.
2. Support the VP of Financial Operations and Division Leadership
• Partner closely with the VP - Financial Operations to improve productivity, manage competing priorities, and maximize impact across teams and product lines.
• Act as an integrator across various work streams, providing broad and balanced perspectives that align with organizational goals.
• Assist in preparing and facilitating meetings, tracking initiatives, and ensuring timely follow-up on key action items with IT and other internal stakeholders.
3. Manage Cross-Functional Communication and Collaboration
• Serve as a liaison among investment unit leaders to improve information flow and collaboration.
• Hold stakeholders accountable to project deadlines and deliverables.
• Promote alignment and synergy between teams by identifying shared goals and opportunities for integration.
4. Lead Data Analysis and Reporting Efforts
• Collect, analyze, and interpret investment data to provide insights and recommendations for leadership decision-making.
• Develop clear, actionable reports for Member Offices, carrier partners, and senior management.
• Monitor key performance indicators to identify trends, gaps, and areas for strategic improvement.
5. Drive and Manage Business Initiatives
• Own and manage business initiatives from concept through completion, including strategy, planning, communication, testing, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure milestones are met and outcomes align with organizational objectives.
• Serve as a central point of contact for project updates, risks, and adjustments.
6. Provide Leadership, Guidance, and Issue Resolution
• Steer and co-facilitate committee meetings with the VP of Financial Operations to advance division priorities.
• Act as an escalation resource on complex business or operational issues, providing recommendations and resolution strategies.
• Model collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement to strengthen the Investment division's overall effectiveness.
Core Competencies
Ability to build mutually beneficial relationships with department leaders and diverse personality types
Complex problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong understanding of business units and their processes
Understanding of industry data feeds, aggregations, and leveraging these feeds and systems to the maximum extent possible
Working knowledge of Target Process project management system
Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunity and challenges
Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of follow through
Collaborative and team-focused
Self-started with ability to work independently in fast paced environment
Ability to clearly articulate complex matters, both verbally and in writing
Someone who encompasses and leads by our core values: Live by the Golden Rule, Tell the Truth About Everything, Simplify Complexity, Build Lasting, Mutually Beneficial Relationships, and Protect our Innovative and Entrepreneurial Culture
Supervisory Responsibility
Not responsible for supervising employees.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education and Experience
Associates or Bachelor's degree
3 - 5 years of experience in Investment Operations
Trained in Target Process
Physical Demands
This is a largely sedentary role. It may involve repetitive motions in the hands/wrists as this role is dependent on consistent computer-use during the workday.
Salary Range : $70,000-80,000
Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant qualifications, skills, and experience.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
Days and typical hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in working hours is allowed, but the employee must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Up to 2 days WFH per week, per policy.
Valmark reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this in any way the Company desires. This in no way implies this is an all-inclusive list of responsibilities to be performed by the Employee in this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will”.
Business Analyst
Business analyst job in Strongsville, OH
The Business Analyst plays a pivotal role within the product development team, tasked with uncovering, documenting, and validating requirements for software feature development. They excel in translating product vision into detailed specifications and user stories, bridging the gap between business and development teams. Through proven analytical prowess and adept communication skills, they ensure that feature delivery meets stakeholder expectations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Engage in requirement elicitation, analysis, specification, and validation with stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with project sponsors to define and communicate project vision, impact, success criteria, and metrics.
Translate customer/business requirements into functional specifications using various tools and methods, providing clear direction to developers and project team members.
Collaborate with stakeholders to scope, estimate, and prioritize requirements.
Craft user stories, acceptance criteria, user guides, and process flows.
Collaborate with UI/UX professionals to create wireframes and prototypes.
Partner with project managers, implementation teams, and client support to plan and execute user acceptance testing.
Conduct meetings and presentations to effectively communicate insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management.
Analyze and verify requirements for completeness, consistency, comprehensibility, feasibility, and conformity to standards.
Continuously enhance requirements-gathering processes and develop strategies for optimization.
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelors degree in business or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst in a dynamic environment.
Strong understanding of business analysis fundamentals.
Proven history of organizing and facilitating customer input sessions.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
Strong interpersonal skills, capable of interacting with business units at all levels and interpreting their needs.
Experience in documenting Business Process Flow Diagrams.
Familiarity with software development lifecycle, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
Demonstrated creativity and innovation in problem-solving.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with stakeholder management expertise.
Self-discipline and results orientation, with the ability to consistently meet critical deadlines.
Adaptability to changing situations and priorities, with strong time management and multitasking skills.
Demonstrates ownership and responsibility for team delivery.
Working Place: Strongsville, Ohio, United States Company : 2025 Nov. 6th Virtual Fair - Foundation Software
Business Systems Analyst
Business analyst job in Stow, OH
Job Description
Do you want to make a difference every day? Would you like to work for a global manufacturer with a world-class approach to people, process and product? Then make SPIROL your new home and career!
At SPIROL, we work with our customers to help them succeed. From automobiles, to hand an power tools, to aerospace and green energy, SPIROL provides the engineered metal fasteners that literally hold the world together.
We are looking for an experienced Business Systems Analyst (Order Creation focus) to join our team in Stow, Ohio. This role is 100% on site.
As a Business Systems Analyst, you will:
Actively work with Subject Matter Experts to envision solutions using SPIROL owned software solutions or incorporating solutions not within SPIROL's current IT toolbox.
Action project development using internal and external technical resources as needed to accomplish objectives. Support and collaborate with internal programmer analysts on a daily basis.
Act as the liaison to department managers and end-users, facilitating end-user testing, and develop/document end-user work training materials.
Work outside of software development, supporting other technology implementations such as shop floor production technology unified communications, and collaboration software.
The successful candidate should have:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Information Technology, or equivalent work experience in software development, technical implementations or business management.
Manufacturing environment experience required (Automotive or Aerospace preferred)
5+ years' experience working with SalesForce.
Strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to document work breakdowns, breaking large/complex requirements into logical phases/steps in delivering system functionality.
Demonstrated project management experience, with a strong degree of independence in working with stakeholders to define and document requirements, conducting/leading meetings and developing consensus among diverse stakeholders representing disparate product lines across global site locations.
WHY SPIROL:
Competitive Compensation Structure
Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Matching
ESOP Pension
Pet Insurance
Paid time off
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Education Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Careers Video Link: *******************************************
SPIROL an equal opportunity employer. SPIROL does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Business Analyst
Business analyst job in Brooklyn, OH
Lead Data Analyst / Business Analyst * Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform(GCP) services, including BigQuery and preferably Dataform. * Advanced SQL expertise for complex data transformations and analysis. * Moderate to advanced data modelling experience preferably medallion data architecture.
* Advanced experience gathering and documenting requirements and translating requirements into technical data solutions primarily SQL based.
* Experience in data quality rules and implementation of data quality strategies.
* Experienced with test data assets
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Working knowledge of Python, Google Cloud Composer or Google Cloud Dataflow
Salary Range- $90,000-$110,000 a year
Lead Analyst, IS Business Analysis - PLM Specifications
Business analyst job in Orrville, OH
Your Opportunity as the Lead Analyst, IS Business Analysis - PLM Specifications The J.M. Smucker Co. Information Services, Transformation & Portfolio (ITP) department enables people, process and/or technology solutions for capabilities that help our business perform, transform, and grow. The Lead Business Analyst, on the ITP Commercial Operations Team, realizes this purpose by serving as a subject matter expert, key partner and relationship manager for the Commercial business function specifically including the business areas of Raw Material Ingredients, Co-Pack, TSO, Supplier Requirements, Plant Quality, and Corporate Quality. This role demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the business and business analysis, including the ability to translate needs, pain points and requirements related to business processes and systems into proposed projects and actionable specifications that can be understood by solution delivery teams. The Lead Business Analyst role also utilizes project management skills to organize and deliver efforts, often involving multiple teams. As a leader within the business analysis discipline, this role is looked upon to coach others on skills required to enable change and be an effective liaison between technical and non-technical audiences. This hands-on position requires limited guidance, strong relationship building and communication skills, a customer service mindset, critical thinking, and a commitment to quality deliverables.
Location: Orrville, OH (Close proximity to Cleveland/Akron)
Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires
In this role you will:
Cultivate relationships and learn the business
* Serve as the subject matter expert and/or liaison from the Specification Management/PLM Center of Excellence to the business areas of Raw Materials, Co-Pack, TSO, Supplier Requirements, Plant Quality, and Corporate Quality.
* Build positive, trusting relationships with business customers and develop a deep understanding of how they operate and what they need.
* Foster strong, collaborative relationships with internal team members and vendors in helping to address business priorities.
* Understand the process, systems and data landscape in the business areas, including security and compliance needs.
Initiate, manage and deliver projects
* Participate in system planning, requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, and training activities of new PLM system implementations or upgrades.
* Create and/or influence deliverables such as project plans, business process flows, change impacts, solution requirements, test plans, cutover plans, training documents, and support plans.
* Support business areas with new project generation/continuous improvement work while constructively challenging ROI, priority, and connection to business and technical roadmaps.
* Consult with subject matter experts to document existing process and business capabilities, research best practices and propose future processes in the spirit of continuous improvement.
* Define requirements based on translation of business needs and gaps collaboratively with stakeholders, leading to solution design.
* Collaborate with delivery teams on solution design, identifying appropriate actions based on guidelines and acting as a champion to ensure delivered solutions meet the intended design.
* May serve as a project manager on medium to large efforts pertaining to directly supported business areas, applying standard project methodologies used at Smucker.
Support and maintain new and existing solutions
* Serve as point of contact for business partners regarding system access and support and periodically meet to review progress.
* Engage adjacent ITP teams where additional skill sets and knowledge are required.
* Facilitate review of software licenses, risk profile and ITP general controls compliance pertaining to third-party vendors.
Strengthen the Business Analysis community
* Mentor and guide others to help advance business analysis within Smucker as a discipline, community of practice and profession.
* Serve as a contributor to the Business Analyst Center of Excellence, seeking opportunities to lead change and share knowledge broadly.
The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
* 5+ years of relevant work experience with either a Bachelor's degree in a related field or specialized training (including on-the-job).
* Experience working directly with business customers within, but not limited to Raw Material Ingredients, Co-Pack, TSO, Plant Quality, and Corporate Quality areas.
* Experience with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) implementations within an integrated enterprise environment.
* Experience leading project activities with a strong understanding of project management methodology and software delivery life cycle (SDLC).
* Effective communicator and facilitator, with ability to lead efficient meetings with varied audiences (leadership, vendors, etc.).
* Strong customer service mindset, with an ability to understand and advocate for customer needs while setting appropriate expectations and boundaries.
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role (not required):
* Experience implementing or supporting PLM or other enterprise level software relating to Quality, Operations, Regulatory, and/or R&D
* Professional certification and/or experience leading professional development activities in business analysis, change management or project management.
* Familiarity with data integration methods and data conversion activities. Experience creating requirements and design documentation pertaining to data integration or conversion.
* Experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
* Willingness to learn system configuration
* Willingness to learn AI data analysis and AI Skills sets as they become available/implemented in our systems
Learn more about working at Smucker:
* Helping our Employees Thrive
* Delivering on Our Purpose
* Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All
Follow us on LinkedIn
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Auto-ApplyBusiness Analyst
Business analyst job in Fairlawn, OH
As an INSXCloud Business Analyst you will work with cross-functional teams throughout the organization, including the PMO, Development, and other business stakeholders. This role reports directly to a Business Analyst, Team Lead and will be an essential contributor to our existing team of seasoned business analysts. You will work both independently and within the group to complete project deliverables that include site features, upgrades, and large-scale enhancements to our health insurance quoting and enrollment platform.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Continual evaluation of platform process flows and form a deep understanding of any impact stakeholder requested changes may introduce.
* Act as the subject matter expert (SME) on assigned projects.
* Translate high-level project requirements into development-ready technical documentation, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
* Develop test case scenarios that align with project outcomes and acceptance criteria.
* Execute manual user-acceptance testing (UAT) within test environments and identify gaps or bugs.
* Communicate insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management.
* Serve as a liaison between INSXCloud, the development team, clients, and business stakeholders.
* Monitor project deliverables and ensure timely completion of project milestones.
* Identify defects within the platform and define required fixes.
* Other duties as assigned.
Technical Business Analyst
Business analyst job in Strongsville, OH
360 IT Professionals is a Software Development Company based in Fremont, California that offers complete technology services in Mobile development, Web development, Cloud computing and IT staffing. Merging Information Technology skills in all its services and operations, the company caters to its globally positioned clients by providing dynamic feasible IT solutions. 360 IT Professionals work along with its clients to deliver high-performance results, based exclusively on the one of a kind requirement.
Our services are vast and we produce software and web products. We specialize in Mobile development, i.e. iPhone and Android apps. We use Objective C and Swift programming languages to create native applications for iPhone, whereas we use Android Code to develop native applications for Android devices. To create applications that work on cross-platforms, we use a number of frameworks such as Titanium, PhoneGap and JQuery mobile.
Furthermore, we build web products and offer services such as web designing, layouts, responsive designing, graphic designing, web application development using frameworks based on model view controller architecture and content management system. Our services also extend to the domain of Cloud Computing, where we provide Salesforce CRM to effectively manage one's business and ease out all the operations by giving an easy platform. Apart from this, we also provide IT Staffing services that can help your organization to a great extent as you can hire highly skilled personnel's through us.
We make sure that we deliver performance driven products that are optimally developed as per your organization's needs. Take a shot at us for your IT requirements and experience a radical change.
Job Description
Looking for technical Business analyst.
a. With strong technical expertise in SQL, Oracle
b. Familiarity in domains like Finance and Retail
Qualifications
Need a candidate on W2. No H1b.
Anyone who is willing to relocate.
Interview mode-Skype
Additional Information
Shilpa Sood | Sr. Talent & Client Acquisition Specialist - TAG US | 360 IT Professionals Inc.
C: +1 510-254-3300 ext. 183
Claims Business Performance Senior Analyst
Business analyst job in Westfield Center, OH
The Business Performance Senior Analyst works under limited supervision to understand the business unit data and analytic needs of moderate to high complexity. By gathering business requirements and utilizing qualitative and quantitative rigor they derive findings, identify impacts, and formulate ideas, options, and recommended actions to business questions and needs.
The Business Performance Senior Analyst uses a collaborate approach with peers and internal business partners to support addressing key business needs. The Business Performance Senior Analyst applies a strong understanding of data, analytics, and the business landscape to derive data-driven recommendations and enhance current or develop new processes that optimally benefit the company. In partnership with the business stakeholders, the Business Performance Senior Analyst ensures development of work products delivers optimal business value, whether working independently or as part of a larger delivery team.
Job Responsibilities
* Provides data-driven answers or solutions to business questions through assigned projects of moderate to high complexity.
* Utilizes knowledge of core insurance principles, business environment, and analytics for analysis and consumption of data.
* Analyze and derive findings, identify impacts, and formulate ideas, options, and recommended actions.
* Utilizes strong consultative and collaborative approach in working with internal business partners to anticipate and address needs; effectively translates business questions or needs into solution and associated requirements.
* Extract and transform data from various databases (on premises, cloud and snowflake) to perform moderate to complex analyses to come up with data driven solutions.
* Determines the final work product in partnership with stakeholders in the business units and other supporting units and manages the requirements of the work product to ensure optimal delivery of business value.
* Ensures delivery of products across various stages while ensuring business value is delivered in a timely fashion.
* Provides technical guidance, coaching and mentoring to less experienced analysts.
* Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) including story telling from data.
* Identifies the appropriate internal and external sources of data, ensuring quality for purpose of answering business questions.
* Identifies opportunities for improvement of processes and leads process improvement efforts.
* Creates and maintains accurate procedure documentation and reference materials.
Job Qualifications
* 5+ years of experience in analytical positions with demonstrated ability to provide reporting and analytics on moderately complex projects/assignments.
* Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, business/data analytics, actuarial sciences, finance or related field or commensurate data analysis or business intelligence experience.
Location
Remote
Licenses and Certifications
* Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) (Preferred)
* Data Analyst Certification (Preferred)
* Power BI
Behavioral Competencies
* Collaborates
* Communicates Effectively
* Customer Focus
* Decision Quality
* Nimble Learning
Technical Skills
* Business Intelligence (BI) Reporting Tools (e.g. Power BI)
* Business Requirement Gathering
* Data Analysis and Synthesis
* Programming Languages (e.g. Python, R)
* SQL
* Data Visualization
* Business Acumen
* Basic Statistics and Basic Machine Learning
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
Business Analyst Intern
Business analyst job in Richfield, OH
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Additional Locations: Office | Richfield, OH Work Site: On Site
Seeking a Summer 2026 UAM Operations Support Intern to join our fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative team of professionals! The internship offers competitive pay, full-time hours, group and independent working environments, end-of-internship capstone presentations, and experience in a high-demand industry! The UAM Operations Support Interns will assist our team in impacting client experience and team process improvements. The ability to adapt, think critically, and build strong relationships with the operations team is essential to the success of this role. Key areas of focus include data analysis of labor hours, financial data, and planning administrative tasks.
Applications are accepted through February 1, 2026.
Job Duties
What You'll Do:
Perform analysis for operations management to support the large contract bid process
Perform analysis for work in progress, invoicing, accounts receivable, operational efficiency, and subcontracting services
Monitor operating results and identify measures to improve performance and efficiency
Work with SAP, Excel, and similar platforms to manage and communicate operational results
Year-end planning to assist the Business Operations Manager with building budgeting tools and spreadsheets for all business lines.
Qualifications
Skills We're Seeking:
1-2 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent coursework
Experience working with data from SAP or similar business management software, Excel, and similar formats preferred
Comfortability with mathematics, computer science, finance, or similar quantitative disciplines
Ability to present analysis to a group audience in person and via webinar
Passion for collaborating with and influencing others to drive process change
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to be physically onsite in Richfield, OH office
Working toward 4-year degree
Additional Information
A successful candidate will work with multiple groups of people, including operations management, accounting, business operations, and service line leadership. The role will be on-site in Richfield, OH. This position may take many forms as the role is developed and will require a motivated self-starter who can identify key tasks and items necessary for operational success. The ability to work in teams is critical to success in this role.
Specifics:
Opportunities for advancement
$20 starting pay, 40-hour weeks
May-August 2026 with the opportunity to return or continue in the fall
Capstone end of internship presentation
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at ************** or at ********************.
Employment Type: Intern
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None
Infor M3 Logistics Functional Analyst
Business analyst job in Solon, OH
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
Be part of an internal ERP modernization team that is currently deploying Infor's M3 Cloud Edition platform globally
Participate in global ERP implementation projects working closely with cross-functional business teams
Act as a process expert to act as a bridge between Infor's M3 functionalities and nVent's business processes
Conduct business process reviews and user experience workshops to fully engage and understand business requirements and M3 standard features in the M3 Logistics module
Provide in-depth gap analysis documents and functional specifications based on business requirements
Provide additional M3 configurations and /or refine the existing application configurations
Participate in prototyping, testing, and implementation of new M3 functionality to enhance business processes.
Be responsible for documenting business requirements, system design and transformational goals
Have the opportunity to learn software capabilities on Infor M3 and build core knowledge about software configuration through internal and external training
Help create training materials and quick reference guides to support user adoption and develop a community of experts
YOU HAVE:
Academic background:
Bachelor's degree in a technology or business related academic degree.
Previous experience:
Ideally 5+ years experience in Customer service, Order management, Procurement, Warehouse management and inventory processes
Full life implementation experience with ERP platforms (M3 preferred)
Experience implementing or supporting Infor Yard Management System (YMS) or similar applications
Skills:
Ability to translate business requirements into ERP concepts.
Strong communication skills, written and spoken, in English.
We are looking for a person with strong problem-solving and analytical skills that are solution-oriented and who always strives for progress.
You are a team player and collaborate easily with others in an international environment.
Abilities to meet the physical and environmental demands:
Available to travel (max 10%)
WE HAVE:
A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at **************
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
Innovative & adaptable
Dedicated to absolute integrity
Focused on the customer first
Respectful and team oriented
Optimistic and energizing
Accountable for performance
Benefits to support the lives of our employees
Benefit Overview
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.
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Auto-ApplyLead Analyst, IS Business Analysis - PLM Specifications
Business analyst job in Orrville, OH
Your Opportunity as the Lead Analyst, IS Business Analysis - PLM Specifications
The J.M. Smucker Co. Information Services, Transformation & Portfolio (ITP) department enables people, process and/or technology solutions for capabilities that help our business perform, transform, and grow. The Lead Business Analyst, on the ITP Commercial Operations Team, realizes this purpose by serving as a subject matter expert, key partner and relationship manager for the Commercial business function specifically including the business areas of Raw Material Ingredients, Co-Pack, TSO, Supplier Requirements, Plant Quality, and Corporate Quality. This role demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the business and business analysis, including the ability to translate needs, pain points and requirements related to business processes and systems into proposed projects and actionable specifications that can be understood by solution delivery teams. The Lead Business Analyst role also utilizes project management skills to organize and deliver efforts, often involving multiple teams. As a leader within the business analysis discipline, this role is looked upon to coach others on skills required to enable change and be an effective liaison between technical and non-technical audiences. This hands-on position requires limited guidance, strong relationship building and communication skills, a customer service mindset, critical thinking, and a commitment to quality deliverables.
Location: Orrville, OH (Close proximity to Cleveland/Akron)
Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires
In this role you will:
Cultivate relationships and learn the business
Serve as the subject matter expert and/or liaison from the Specification Management/PLM Center of Excellence to the business areas of Raw Materials, Co-Pack, TSO, Supplier Requirements, Plant Quality, and Corporate Quality.
Build positive, trusting relationships with business customers and develop a deep understanding of how they operate and what they need.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with internal team members and vendors in helping to address business priorities.
Understand the process, systems and data landscape in the business areas, including security and compliance needs.
Initiate, manage and deliver projects
Participate in system planning, requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, and training activities of new PLM system implementations or upgrades.
Create and/or influence deliverables such as project plans, business process flows, change impacts, solution requirements, test plans, cutover plans, training documents, and support plans.
Support business areas with new project generation/continuous improvement work while constructively challenging ROI, priority, and connection to business and technical roadmaps.
Consult with subject matter experts to document existing process and business capabilities, research best practices and propose future processes in the spirit of continuous improvement.
Define requirements based on translation of business needs and gaps collaboratively with stakeholders, leading to solution design.
Collaborate with delivery teams on solution design, identifying appropriate actions based on guidelines and acting as a champion to ensure delivered solutions meet the intended design.
May serve as a project manager on medium to large efforts pertaining to directly supported business areas, applying standard project methodologies used at Smucker.
Support and maintain new and existing solutions
Serve as point of contact for business partners regarding system access and support and periodically meet to review progress.
Engage adjacent ITP teams where additional skill sets and knowledge are required.
Facilitate review of software licenses, risk profile and ITP general controls compliance pertaining to third-party vendors.
Strengthen the Business Analysis community
Mentor and guide others to help advance business analysis within Smucker as a discipline, community of practice and profession.
Serve as a contributor to the Business Analyst Center of Excellence, seeking opportunities to lead change and share knowledge broadly.
The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
5+ years of relevant work experience with either a Bachelor's degree in a related field or specialized training (including on-the-job).
Experience working directly with business customers within, but not limited to Raw Material Ingredients, Co-Pack, TSO, Plant Quality, and Corporate Quality areas.
Experience with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) implementations within an integrated enterprise environment.
Experience leading project activities with a strong understanding of project management methodology and software delivery life cycle (SDLC).
Effective communicator and facilitator, with ability to lead efficient meetings with varied audiences (leadership, vendors, etc.).
Strong customer service mindset, with an ability to understand and advocate for customer needs while setting appropriate expectations and boundaries.
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role (not required):
Experience implementing or supporting PLM or other enterprise level software relating to Quality, Operations, Regulatory, and/or R&D
Professional certification and/or experience leading professional development activities in business analysis, change management or project management.
Familiarity with data integration methods and data conversion activities. Experience creating requirements and design documentation pertaining to data integration or conversion.
Experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
Willingness to learn system configuration
Willingness to learn AI data analysis and AI Skills sets as they become available/implemented in our systems
Learn more about working at Smucker:
Helping our Employees Thrive
Delivering on Our Purpose
Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All
Follow us on LinkedIn
#LI-Hybrid
Auto-Apply