Business Analyst

at  Weston Forest

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 year experience working as a Business Analyst or comparable role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Finance and other cross-functional roles within an organization (Sales, Purchasing, Inventory, Operations, etc.).
• Knowledge of business process modeling and documentation techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Proven experience leading or participating in an ERP implementation process is considered a strong asset.
• Proven experience working in a lumber, manufacturing, and/or operations-focused environment is considered a strong asset

• Conduct thorough analysis of business processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement.
• Support key business initiatives such as ERP implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and document business requirements.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including business process flows, use cases, and user stories.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new systems, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize project requirements and deliverables.
• Perform system testing and provide feedback to ensure the successful implementation of new initiatives.
• Support with Change Management initiatives and assessing the impact on various aspects of the organization, such as processes, technology, and people.
• Identify, assess, and develop strategies for risk mitigation associated with proposed changes to the organization.
• Facilitate user training sessions and provide ongoing support and guidance as needed.