Senior Business Analyst

Noon AD Holdings LTD.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commerce platform in the Riyadh Region is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to optimize processes and implement solutions for growth. The ideal candidate will analyze complex business systems, lead user acceptance testing, and prepare detailed reports for senior leadership. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Business Administration and at least 4 years of relevant experience, including skills in SQL and advanced data analysis tools. This role is critical to driving efficiency in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Business Analyst.
• Strong understanding of business process modeling and data analysis.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of complex business processes to identify optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to document business requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership.

Skills

SQL/Big Query

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel/Google Sheets

Programming Languages (R/Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Visio

JIRA

SQL

Job description

Overview

Noon, the region's leading consumer commerce platform. On December 12th, 2017, Noon launched its consumer platform in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, expanding to Egypt in February 2019. The noon ecosystem of services now marketplaces for food delivery, quick commerce, fintech, and fashion. noon is a work in progress; we’re six years in, but only 5% done. Noon’s mission: Ring every doorbell, every day.

Role Overview:

The Senior Business Analyst will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategic solutions to drive efficiency and growth. You will work closely with key stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, and technical teams, to gather requirements, define project objectives, and ensure successful delivery of initiatives. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will provide leadership and mentoring to junior analysts while leveraging your expertise to deliver high-impact results across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of complex business processes and systems to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit and document business requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategies.
• Develop and maintain business process models, use cases, and functional specifications.
• Conduct cost/benefit analysis, feasibility studies, and risk assessments for proposed solutions.
• Design and recommend data-driven solutions, ensuring they meet business needs while adhering to industry best practices.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and project management, to support the successful implementation of projects.
• Lead user acceptance testing (UAT) and support the training of end-users on new systems or processes.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership, highlighting key insights and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 4+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, with a proven track record of delivering successful business solutions.
• Strong understanding of business process modeling, data analysis, and requirements gathering techniques.
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with business analysis tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Visio, JIRA, SQL, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.

Key Skills Required

Hands-on experience in SQL/ Big query or any programming language is mandatory

• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets knowledge
• Knowledge of Programming Languages - R/Python preferred
• Experience in the e-commerce industry is preferred but not mandatory

Who will excel?

We’re looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment. We’re searching for problem solvers, people who operate with a bias for action and have a deep understanding of the importance of resourcefulness over reliance. Every hire must actively raise the bar of talent in the company to help us reach our vision.