Business Analyst (Remote)

Otto International; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an IT Business Analyst, where your skills will directly impact our innovative technology initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to bridge the gap between business needs and IT solutions, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet high-quality standards. With a commitment to employee growth and a flexible work environment, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation. Enjoy competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and a supportive workplace that values your contributions and work-life balance.

Benefits

Double-pay performance bonus

Flexible working hours

Full healthcare insurance coverage

Laptop provided for work

Annual discretionary bonus

13th-month salary

Festival bonus twice a year

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business analysis within IT.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and SDLC methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for IT.

Skills

Business Analysis

Requirements Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Master's degree or relevant certifications

Tools

UML

BPMN

Requirements Management Software

Job description

Otto International is a trusted partner for first-class supply chain services, with over 50 years of experience in the world’s major production markets and an annual buying volume of more than EUR 1 billion. A proud member of the Otto Group, we offer bespoke solutions that support our business partners’ success and protect our planet.

As our industry continues to rapidly transform, we are seeking proactive and service-oriented individuals with a solution-driven mindset to join our team. We embrace exciting new challenges and are committed to delivering exceptional results.

In Otto International, it starts with us; Our outstanding products and services are made possible by our most valuable resource: our people. It is their skills, passion, and precision that empower our excellent, customer-centric solutions.

The IT Business Analyst is responsible for overseeing the business analysis function within the IT department, ensuring that business needs are accurately captured, analysed, and translated into technical solutions. This role requires an understanding of both business processes and IT systems, enabling the analyst to bridge the gap between business stakeholders and the IT team. The IT Business Analyst will manage requirements gathering, and work closely with project managers, developers, and business units to deliver high-quality projects that align with business objectives. Your expertise will contribute to the success of our company’s technology initiatives and help drive innovation.

How will you make a difference?

1. Business Analysis and Requirements Management:
   • Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, document, and prioritize business requirements.
   • Conduct detailed analysis of business processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement.
   • Translate business requirements into functional specifications for IT development.
   • Ensure requirements are clearly understood and adhered to throughout the project lifecycle.
2. Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and the IT team.
   • Facilitate meetings, workshops, and discussions to align IT solutions with business needs.
   • Manage expectations and ensure clear communication of project goals, scope, and timelines.
3. Project Oversight and Delivery:
   • Work closely with project managers and customers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
   • Monitor project progress and resolve any issues that arise related to business requirements or process alignment.
   • Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
4. Strategic Planning and Process Improvement:
   • Contribute to the development of IT strategy and ensure alignment with business objectives.
   • Identify and implement best practices and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the business analysis function.
   • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
   • Oversee the creation and maintenance of comprehensive documentation, including business requirements, process flows, and user stories.
   • Provide regular reports on project status, business analysis activities, and team performance to senior management.

Your skills and experience

Who we are looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, PMP) is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in business analysis within an IT environment.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques, such as UML, BPMN, and requirements management software. Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and provide innovative solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in enterprise-wide project/solution deployment and project management role for multinational companies would be an advantage.

Why work with us?

• Collaborative, fun and challenging work environment
• Open, transparent and diverse culture with locations worldwide
• Double-pay, performance bonus, flexible working hours
• Full healthcare insurance coverage

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Why you'll love working here

• High salary from $1500 - $4000
• Open, transparent and diverse culture worldwide
• Remote working and flexible working hours
• Provide laptop for working
• Full insurance coverage and extra healthcare insurance

We value your skills and contribution

• We offer very competitive salary for our employees.
• Annual salary review based on performance and contribution.
• 13th-month salary.
• Festival bonus twice a year
• Annual discretionary bonus

We value your growth

• Nice and friendly working environment.
• Lots of interesting and challenge projects to work on.
• Working with smart and straight technical geeks from other countries.

We value your time

• We don't value working over-time. Better way to do more work: be productive within your working time and spend the rest of your time with your family.
• Flexible working hours and Home office scheme are for everyone.