Staff Systems Analyst

Emerson Process Management Manufacturing (M) Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Process Management Manufacturing (M) Sdn Bhd in Penang is seeking a System Analyst to bridge business stakeholders and IT teams, delivering digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations.

You will partner with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering to translate requirements into designs, manage projects, and drive improvements from MES to factory automation solutions. Strong communication in English is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in IT/engineering or related field.
• Experience as System Analyst, Business Analyst, IT Analyst, or similar role.
• Experience gathering and documenting business requirements.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional project activities and teams.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and delivery methodologies.
• Experience with enterprise applications and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering and workshops with global stakeholders.
• Translate requirements into functional specs, user stories, and designs.
• Partner with engineers, architects, and vendors throughout the lifecycle.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, and communications.
• Support digitalization initiatives including MES, shop floor systems, warehouse solutions, and quality processes.
• Coordinate system testing, UAT, training, and deployment activities.
• Drive continuous improvement to simplify and automate processes.
• Provide production support and root-cause analysis for key applications.
• Advise business partners balancing ops needs with long-term tech strategy.

Skills

SDLC knowledge

Stakeholder collaboration

Requirements gathering

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Information Systems

Tools

MES

ERP

Oracle applications

Job description

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As a System Analyst within the Manufacturing Operations IT organization, you will serve as the bridge between business stakeholders and technology teams to deliver solutions that enable manufacturing excellence across Emerson's global operations.

You will partner with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams to understand business challenges, define solution requirements, and drive successful delivery of digital transformation initiatives.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead requirements gathering, workshops, and process analysis activities with global business stakeholders.
• Translate business requirements into clear functional specifications, user stories, process flows, and solution designs.
• Partner with software engineers, architects, and vendors throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.
• Support implementation of manufacturing digitalization initiatives, including MES, shop floor systems, warehouse solutions, quality processes, and manufacturing applications.
• Coordinate system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), training, and deployment activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate business processes.
• Provide production support and root-cause analysis for critical business applications.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business partners by balancing operational needs with long-term technology strategy.

Who You Are:

You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You consistently achieve results, even under challenging circumstances. You develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience working as a System Analyst, Business Analyst, IT Analyst, Project Lead, or similar role.
• Experience gathering and documenting business requirements.
• Experience managing project activities and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and delivery methodologies.
• Experience working with enterprise applications and business process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, warehouse, quality, or engineering business processes.
• Experience with MES, ERP, Oracle applications, manufacturing systems, or factory automation solutions.
• Experience leading global projects across multiple regions.
• Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies.
• Experience with process mapping, business analysis frameworks, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience working in a multinational manufacturing environment.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. We recognize the importance of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in driving business success. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports professional growth, encourages diverse perspectives, and enables meaningful career development across our global organization.

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [e-mail]

Why Emerson?

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [e-mail]

Why Emerson?

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!