CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ 11,000 people and operate in more than 55 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.
What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.
Job Description
IT Business Analyst
Position
To understand business requirements and processes and identify business technology and/or process & information opportunities, working with business and IT managers to develop, implement and maintain solutions which deliver business value within agreed timelines and budgets.
Location : Durban (Hybrid)
Measures :
The Key Performance Indicators for this role are driven by the business’ operational goals, and related IT business-aligned goals, and cover the following categories of performance:
Metrics and KPI’s related to the effectiveness of the role (OP)Alignment of IT programs and business strategic goalsQuality of output (measured by customer and user satisfaction)Quality of solutions proposed by the team (measured by success of solutions proposed)Key Tasks and accountabilities
Elicits, analyses, and documents requirements (business, functional, and non-functional)Works with key stakeholders to prioritize requirements most beneficial to the businessEnsures compliance with Global IT strategies, enterprise architecture, and best practices as well as all relevant local/regional/global governmental regulationsReinforce the project goals and objectives to prevent scope creep/gold platingRecommends solution options which directly impact the success of a project or initiativeEffectively communicates with business stakeholders, project managers, product owners, systems analysts, developers, and quality assurance analysts to ensure requirements are clearly stated, buildable, and testableOversees the successful completion of User Acceptance Testing, tracking testing progress and defect resolutionChallenges/Problem Solving :
Working with multiple geographies to deliver projects and productsRapidly absorbing new technical or business information and applying it effectivelyNegotiating users to change behaviour, adopting new tools and processesNavigating IT capabilities and constraints whilst working to meet the business needsImplementation of communications strategy. Examples include risk escalation, incident management, lessons learned, team corrective actions, the collection and dissemination of relevant information appropriatelyQualifications
Essential Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, relevant business field preferredCertifications preferred:IIBA – ECBA, CCBA, CBAP
PMI – PBA
Equivalent combination of education / experienceDesirable Qualifications
Project Management certification such as PMP, CAPM or PRINCE2Six Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltLooking for...
3+ years business analysis experienceExperience within an IT focussed roleExperience with Waterfall, Hybrid, and Agile methodologiesExperience with the software delivery lifecycleProven success in improving the customer experienceExperience working within a matrix structureExperience working remotely with globally scattered users and teamsExperience influencing others with limited/no direct authoritySkills and Knowledge
Relationship Management
Use facilitation skills to encourage participation from all attendeesInfluence others to drive decisions and actionsUse active listening skills to understand “real” issues/needs and build trustLeverage negotiation and conflict management skills reach agreementsStrong Analytical and Critical Thinking
Ability to put the pieces togetherInspire others to think creatively and identify innovative solutionsLeverage holistic view of people, processes, and technologyUse a structured approach to problem solvingDemonstrate Effective Communication well prepared, stakeholder-focused written communicationsAdapt communication styles to the needs of the situation and the individual/audienceEnsure comprehension of new concepts (lead demos, trainings, informal communications)Help others make the best decision based on appropriate criteria, such as: business need, opportunities, risk, compliance, and ability to achieve the desired outcomePresent complex concepts in understandable terms to all levels in the organizationComfortable with Change and Ambiguity
Adapt to and embrace changing situations as an opportunity, rather than an obstacleDemonstrate an ability to learn quickly and willinglyOther Key Skills
Foster a collaborative working environmentLeverage an understanding of the organization to identify the most effective means of implementing a changeTechnical and Application Knowledge
Experience of a CRM [example: Siebel, Salesforce] and SAPUnderstanding of EDI and API conceptsUnderstanding of Web, Mobile, and IoT conceptsPreferred Education
BachelorsPreferred Level of Work Experience
3 - 5 yearsHybrid RemoteWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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