Business Analyst, Intermediate - ERP

Linamar Corporation; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Discounts for local vendors

Job summary

A leading Canadian manufacturer is seeking an Intermediate Business Analyst in Guelph, ON to perform business analysis work including workflow analysis, requirement modeling, and application specification. The role requires a minimum of three years experience, ERP knowledge, and skills in T-SQL and reporting tools. Join a team focused on innovation and growth, with competitive compensation and benefits. This in-office position may require 26%-60% international travel for implementations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience as System Analyst, Project Lean, Business Analyst or similar.
• 2-3 years ERP experience in Finance, Accounting, or Operations.
• Ability to interpret process flow charts and assess database platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define scope and objectives for business analysis.
• Prepare functional process charts to analyze operations.
• Assist in design of business process and documentation.

Skills

Microsoft T-SQL

SSIS

SSRS

SSAS

ERP experience

Project Management

Business Analysis

Education

University degree or college diploma in Computer Science or related field

PMI CAPM/PMP certification or relevant courses

Tools

SAP

IFS

JD Edwards

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Business Analyst, Intermediate – ERP

Job Summary
Performs fairly complex or extensive scope business analysis work including work flow analysis, business information requirements and models

Responsibilities

• Defines scope and objectives.
• Prepares functional process charts to analyze business operations.
• Plans, designs or modifies practical manual and automated business procedures.
• Assists with the design of business process and documentation.
• Prepares detailed specifications for business applications.
• Follow PPLM (Project & Product Linamar Methodology) on all Projects.
• Perform a lead role in the planning, design, development, and deployment of new business applications and enhancements to existing business applications.
• Meet with decision makers, systems owners, and end users to define business requirements and systems goals, and identify and resolve business systems issues.
• Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
• Work with QA team to coordinate and perform in-depth tests for modified and new systems. Conduct research on hardware and software products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing.
• Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systems.
• Meet with clients to discuss topics such as project activities, technical specifications, current business practices, growth plans, regulatory and reporting requirements and security risks.
• Check calculations on supplier invoices and approve payments. Confirm quantities, prices and amounts, check tax calculations and verify totals before paying invoices.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• University degree or college diploma in the field of computer science, information science, management information systems, business administration, finance or a related discipline.
• PMI CAPM/PMP certification or relevant courses are preferred.

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of three years of work experience as a System Analyst, Project Lean, Business Analyst, Accounting or Finance Manager.
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years previous ERP experience in Finance, Accounting or Operations.
• Knowledge/Experience with Microsoft T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS. Ability to interpret process flow charts to understand what data is captured and how it travels between various applications and hardware components.
• Ability to assess the suitability of database platforms and software applications such as enterprise reporting tools and online transaction processing systems.
• Ability to work independently but may also work on teams with project leaders, software developers and subject matter experts as required.
• Have knowledge of business applications such as SAP, IFS, JD Edwards.
• Must have in depth understanding of PPLM and how to apply it.
• Engage in continuous learning to keep up with changes by reading industry magazines, brochures, journals, attending conferences and workshops, and taking courses such as graphics and database programming.
• Discuss technical matters concerning the development and management of database systems with co-workers, customers and colleagues.
• 26%–60% international travel for implementations which will usually consist of 3–4 weeks of travel at a time.
• In-office position in Guelph, ON. Minimum 3 days per week to 5 days per week as required. 100% in office during implementations.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.