Business Systems Analyst

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Sheffield (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Sabbatical program

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

McLaren Automotive is seeking a Business Systems Analyst to support and enhance manufacturing systems and business processes. You will work across functions to ensure digital solutions meet operations needs and governance standards.

The role involves SAP, SharePoint, SQL reporting, and Power Platform, with potential for shift-based hours as needs evolve. Strong collaboration with IT and operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing engineering or manufacturing operations environment.
• Experience troubleshooting systems and resolving issues.
• Experience documenting business processes and capturing requirements.
• Experience or knowledge of developing or configuring software solutions to meet defined requirements.
• Working knowledge of SQL.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1st and 2nd line support for business systems including SAP, manufacturing systems, bespoke software and SharePoint.
• Support the IT Service Desk in resolving incidents and service requests.
• Contribute to the development, configuration and maintenance of business systems, including the primary manufacturing operations management system.
• Analyze existing business processes to identify, recommend and deliver improvements.
• Perform SQL queries to extract data and produce reports.
• Support line managers and stakeholders by producing, maintaining and interpreting reports and dashboards to inform decisions.
• Work with central IT to align with standards, governance and processes.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the business as a trusted contact for system queries.
• Support delivery of solutions within Microsoft Power Platform.
• Lead business system and process change projects from initiation to post-implementation support.
• Facilitate workshops to elicit and document business requirements.
• Produce functional specifications for stakeholder approval.
• Plan and document comprehensive system testing activities.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and end users.
• Support training for new starters and refresher sessions.
• Improve training materials, documentation and knowledge transfer.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Manufacturing environment experience

Troubleshooting systems

Documentation of processes

SQL queries

MS Office

Tools

SAP

SharePoint

Power Platform

Power Apps

Power Automate

Jira

Power BI

Job description

What to Expect

The Business Systems team is responsible for the implementation, support, and continuous improvement of business processes and systems, with a focus on enterprise resource planning and manufacturing operations management. The Business Systems Analyst works collaboratively across functions, systems and business areas to ensure digital solutions are fit for purpose, support business operations, and align with organisational standards and governance.

What You\'ll Do

• Provide 1st and 2nd line support for business systems including SAP, manufacturing systems, bespoke software and SharePoint
• Support the IT Service Desk in resolving incidents and service requests
• Contribute to the ongoing development, configuration and maintenance of business systems, including the primary manufacturing operations management system
• Analyse existing business processes to identify, recommend and deliver improvements
• Perform SQL queries to extract data and produce reports within approved business applications
• Support line managers and stakeholders by producing, maintaining and interpreting reports and dashboards to inform operational and business decisions
• Work closely with the central IT team to ensure alignment with standards, governance and agreed processes
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, acting as a trusted contact for system and process queries
• Support the implementation and delivery of solutions within existing platforms, including Microsoft Power Platform
• Lead business system and process change projects from initiation through to post‑implementation support
• Facilitate workshops and design sessions to elicit and document business requirements
• Produce clear functional specifications and obtain stakeholder approval
• Plan, execute and document comprehensive business system testing activities
• Maintain clear, timely and effective communication with stakeholders and end users
• Support the delivery of training for new starters and ad‑hoc refresher sessions
• Identify opportunities to improve training materials, documentation and knowledge transfer
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement, innovation and team knowledge sharing

Working Pattern and Flexibility

• The role is currently delivered within standard business hours
• The role requires compliance with the organisation’s hybrid working policy
• As business needs evolve, the role may develop into a shift‑based position, including participation in a multi‑shift rota
• Any change to working hours or shift arrangements will be subject to business requirements, appropriate consultation, and compliance with UK Working Time Regulations
• A degree of flexibility is required to support evolving operational demands, including emergencies and out‑of‑hours activities

What You\'ll Bring

Essential

• Experience in a manufacturing engineering or manufacturing operations environment, or strong exposure to manufacturing processes
• Experience of troubleshooting systems and resolving issues in a structured manner
• Experience of documenting business processes and capturing requirements
• Experience or demonstrable knowledge of developing or configuring software solutions to meet defined requirements
• Working knowledge of SQL
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills

Desirable

• Experience with modern development and scripting technologies, including HTML, CSS and C#
• Knowledge of project delivery approaches, including Agile
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate and SharePoint administration
• Experience using Power BI, with knowledge of reporting methodologies and data analysis best practice
• Experience with SAP, Jira

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates an active interest in technology and digital solutions
• Embraces change, thrives in evolving environments, and responds positively to new ways of working
• Keen to learn and develop new skills as the role, systems and business needs change
• Demonstrates a problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive, approachable and able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

What We\'ll Do for You

We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:

• Structured career development framework
• 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus award
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance benefit
• Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• Generous parental leave policies
• A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.