Business Architect(Remote)

Nesco Resource; Auburn (ME); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Business Architect to lead the development of a comprehensive business architecture framework. The role involves optimizing operations, identifying process improvements, and aligning initiatives with strategic goals. Candidates should possess a strong background in business analysis and related methodologies.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental plans

401K

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in business architecture, business analysis, or process improvement.
• Proven expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a business architecture framework.
• Identify and document core business capabilities and processes.
• Drive organizational change through structured change management initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Facilitation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

Visio

ARIS

Bizagi

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Business Architect to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive business architecture framework. This role will focus on establishing a current-state baseline, identifying process improvement opportunities, optimizing resources, and aligning operations with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in business analysis, value stream mapping, and organizational change management.

Key Responsibilities

Establish Baseline of Current Business Architecture

• Identify and document core business capabilities, processes, and information flows.

• Map all business units (BUs), their functions, and interdependencies.

• Evaluate current tools and systems for effectiveness and alignment with business goals.

Opportunity Identification

• Perform SWOT analyses across BUs to identify areas for improvement.

• Facilitate stakeholder workshops to gather insights and uncover opportunities.

• Leverage data analytics to highlight trends and hidden growth areas.

End-to-End Review

• Assess current metrics and KPIs to ensure strategic alignment.

• Conduct value stream analyses to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.

• Benchmark performance against industry standards to identify gaps.

Work Elimination

• Apply Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and improve workflows.

• Automate repetitive, manual processes to enhance productivity.

• Reallocate resources to focus on high-value activities.

Target Operating Model

• Develop and document a target operating model aligned with strategic objectives.

• Ensure business processes and systems support the operating model.

• Drive organizational change through structured change management initiatives.

Cost Component

• Capture and analyze cost components associated with business functions.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through process redesign and efficiency gains.

• Develop financial models to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field; MBA preferred.

• 7 years of experience in business architecture, business analysis, or process improvement.

• Proven expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

• Strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills.

• Proficiency with enterprise architecture and process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, ARIS, Bizagi).

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.