Business Analyst

Description

Job Summary The BIS (Business Information Solutions) Operations and Quality Analyst is charged with enabling the success of Cooper Tire & Rubber Company through effective and creative innovation of business and systems functionality. The individual should have knowledge of manufacturing, maintenance, quality systems process areas and the ability to work with business stakeholders to translate business needs into solution requirements. ERP Experience is required in this role specifically relating to the understanding of business processes in ERP and how it integrates across various functional modules, as well as with nonERP systems. This position reports directly to the BIS Operations and Quality (OPQ) Business Relationship Manager. Job Responsibilities Leverage understanding of business functions and processes to proactively identify opportunities for new and improved system functionality. Document identified opportunities, assess crossfunctional impacts, and assist with development of value statement. Meet with customers to gather and document effective business requirements and translate requirements to a system design. Provide clear and consistent communication within BIS and across the functional business organization. Understand and apply appropriate project and system development methodologies to ensure a timely and cost effective solution. Contribute in a diverse team environment to ensure solutions are implemented in a consistent manner with proper collaboration across IT and the business. Coordinate new system enhancements with appropriate requirement gathering, solution design, solution testing and organizational change management/communication. Be aware of and have ability to review data generated through applications by leveraging business process knowledge to effectively evaluate changes and verify and plan business process and application testing. If SAP experience is specifically needed, candidate will demonstrate SAP configuration expertise in the operations and quality space, including SAP PP (including MRP), SAP PM and SAP QM. Other duties as assigned by the OPQ Business Relationship Manager. Requirements Bachelor Degree in IT, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management or related field 5+ years of experience facilitating development and implementation of business initiatives and projects Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills Understanding of ERP configuration specifically in the Operations and Quality functional space is a plus. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Travel expectation varies with an average up to 35% annually.