Business Analyst

Pig Improvement Company; Nantwich; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural biotechnology company located in the UK is seeking a Business Analyst focused on process improvement. The role involves analyzing business requirements and implementing data-driven solutions using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and a bachelor’s degree, along with relevant experience in business analysis.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

NFU Pension (5% employer contribution)

Health Cash back scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Employee share plan

Flexible Working Policy

Enhanced maternity leave

Comprehensive L&D program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business analysis or process improvement.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• Proficient in process mapping and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document requirements.
• Use data analysis to inform business decisions and improve processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Visio

Lucidchart

Excel

Power BI

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Role Overview

As a business analyst for process improvement, you will be responsible for analysing business requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement through data analysis using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and working with stakeholders to implement solutions that add value to the business.

Role Overview

As a business analyst for process improvement, you will be responsible for analysing business requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement through data analysis using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and working with stakeholders to implement solutions that add value to the business.

Reporting to Chris Osborne, Head of Product Management and Process Improvement your responsibilities include gathering and documenting requirements, facilitating communication between stakeholders and development teams, refinement of work to feed into sprint planning, tracking key performance indicators and ensuring that the final product meets user expectations.

You will have strong analytical skills, including certification to at least a Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma.

You will also have a deep understanding of business operations, and the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.

You Will

• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the ART through data analysis, focusing on increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and delivering higher value to the business
• Create process models, diagrams, and flowcharts to represent current and future state processes.
• Requirements Gathering:
• Collaborating with stakeholders to analyse, and document business requirements and user stories to ensure alignment with business objectives and strategic goals
• Ensure we have captured the desired business outcome and the key performance indicators that we tell us what good looks like
• Convert business needs and requirements into detailed user stories, ensuring they are well-defined, prioritized, and include acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed product backlog.
• Coordination and Communication between business users, members from own team and enabling teams throughout the development process
• Data Analysis:
• Analyze data using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform business decisions.
• Follow trends to ensure that the value stream makes continuous improvement and adds value to the business
• Support of Agile Ways of Working:
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of Agile processes and methodologies within the team or organization
• Actively participate in PI Planning sessions, helping to define features, clarify requirements, and ensure that user stories are properly estimated and aligned with the program’s objectives.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in business analysis, process improvement, or a related role.
• Proven record in using process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Proficient in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Certification such as CBAP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or equivalents
  
  

Business Overview

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

Our Values

• Collaborate as One Team
• Create Value for Customers
• Innovate with Purpose
• Never stop improving
  
  

DEI

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.

Tackling climate change:

• Monitor and identify goals for the reduction of our GHG emissions from our own operations.
• Drive porcine and bovine genetic improvements which support productivity gains and improve feed efficiency, enabling a reduction in the production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of milk or meat produced
• Identify facility and other opportunities for reductions in GHG emissions, consistent with our goals
• Partner and advocate for policies that advance positive climate goals and identified United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  
  

Benefits Overview

• Performance related bonus
• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
• NFU Pension (5% employer contribution)
• Health Cash back scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee share plan
• Remote first role with monthly in person meetings
• Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable)
• Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
• Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages)
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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