Business Analyst - IT

at  KeHE Distributors LLC

Why Work for KeHE?:

• Full-time
• Pay Range: $67,700.00/Yr. - $99,220.00/Yr.
• Shift Days: , Shift Time:
• Benefits on Day 1
• Health/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
• Holiday pay for company designated holidaysOverview:Good people, working with good people, for our common good.SOUND GOOD?KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about “good” and is growing, so there’s never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you’re enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we’d love to talk to you!Primary Responsibilities:The IT Business Analyst is an essential part of our product team by providing functional and systemic analysis to clarify scope. The role is a critical link between end users and our esteemed engineers. This team member brings a curious and empathic mindset to elicit the true requirements from business stakeholders. First and foremost, the Business Analyst is an excellent communicator who writes well, speaks well, and most importantly, listens well. The Business Analyst takes the time to understand why the current situation is ‘as its is’ and positions the team to deliver results. An ideal candidate loves data, isn’t afraid to explore the data model, and run queries to more deeply understand. Data visualization is an important skill that the Business Analyst uses to better understand reality. The role is perfect for somebody with a learning mindset who is open to exploring a variety of technologies related to the supply chain.

Ultimately our Business Analysts are translators. They speak the languages of technology, business processes, and supply chain. They learn fast and have fun doing it!

Are you:

• Comfortable with technology, including how to query and organize data?
• Someone who welcomes the opportunity to speak up and ask questions?
• Able to lead conversations to understand and document how our business works now and where we can improve?
• Familiar with the Agile/Scrum framework?
• Ok with moving quickly and shipping small, ‘good enough’ versions of done, knowing we’ll iterate several times to find the best solution?
• Someone with an appetite to learn new things, who is willing to share what you’ve learned with others?If so, and if you have a demonstrated track record of delivering on your commitments, overcoming challenges, and creating an environment where team members are open and can do their best work, the BA position at KeHE may be the right next step for your career!

For more on our tech scene, check out KeHE Distributors on Built In Chicago, where we are named one of the Best Places to Work.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Analyze existing business processes to identify gaps and areas of improvement.
• Document as-is and to-be process scenarios.
• Elicit, analyze and document functional and technical requirements as user stories.
• Develop and maintain a customer-focused relationship with business stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts.
• Solicit feedback from users and stakeholders.
• Ask very effective questions to understand motivations and root cause.
• Research and analyze issues. Summarize problem definition and potential solutions.
• Identify test scenarios and assist with testing.
• Assist Product Owner with backlog grooming and user story prioritization.
• Facilitate in Daily Stand up, Sprint Planning, User Story Workshop, and Sprint Reviews
• Participate in Sprint RetrospectivesEssential Functions:MAJOR PROJECTS INCLUDE (BUT NOT LIMITED TO)
• A B2B e-commerce platform for retailers of the food industry
• A B2B digital platform for suppliers of the food industry
• A top-tier virtual marketing show experience built entirely online
• Charity hackathons and contributions to “Make Lives Better"Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude:WHAT YOU BRING:
• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years of professional experience in related role.
• Experience in an agile environment with an understanding of how each role performs to achieve team goals.
• Proactive, persistent, flexible. Operates independently and reacts quickly, with assistance from Product Owner
• Acts with empathy and curiosity. Listens and seeks to understand.
• Flexible and able to handle a variety of assignments in various stages at the same time.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Enjoys interacting with others.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and proven business acumen.
• Business transformation experience, Six Sigma a plus.WHAT YOU GET:

Competitive Salary, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/disability insurance, FSA & HSA, 401k, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Work from HomeRequisition ID: 2024-24216 Equal Employer Opportunity Statement: KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.

• Analyze existing business processes to identify gaps and areas of improvement.
• Document as-is and to-be process scenarios.
• Elicit, analyze and document functional and technical requirements as user stories.
• Develop and maintain a customer-focused relationship with business stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts.
• Solicit feedback from users and stakeholders.
• Ask very effective questions to understand motivations and root cause.
• Research and analyze issues. Summarize problem definition and potential solutions.
• Identify test scenarios and assist with testing.
• Assist Product Owner with backlog grooming and user story prioritization.
• Facilitate in Daily Stand up, Sprint Planning, User Story Workshop, and Sprint Reviews
• Participate in Sprint RetrospectivesEssential Functions:MAJOR PROJECTS INCLUDE (BUT NOT LIMITED TO)
• A B2B e-commerce platform for retailers of the food industry
• A B2B digital platform for suppliers of the food industry
• A top-tier virtual marketing show experience built entirely online
• Charity hackathons and contributions to “Make Lives Better"Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude:WHAT YOU BRING:
• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years of professional experience in related role.
• Experience in an agile environment with an understanding of how each role performs to achieve team goals.
• Proactive, persistent, flexible. Operates independently and reacts quickly, with assistance from Product Owner
• Acts with empathy and curiosity. Listens and seeks to understand.
• Flexible and able to handle a variety of assignments in various stages at the same time.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Enjoys interacting with others.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and proven business acumen.
• Business transformation experience, Six Sigma a plus.WHAT YOU GET