Senior Business Analyst

Company: Sport Clips
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

The Senior Business Analyst acts as a liaison between IT, Operations, HR, Finance, Marketing, and other departments that rely heavily on SCI systems and technology for daily business. The Senior Business Analyst serves as a strong communicator of the business drivers, processes and organization structure and dynamics of the business areas and is focused on creating a positive business partner experience. The Senior Business Analyst effectively communicates with both technical and business individuals and will own the conduit pipeline between IT and the business. This role is an integral component of the EPMO mandate to drive towards a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation that reflects SCI's core values the business strategies.Scope:Provide direction and technical leadership on complex, high-impact projects and in all phases of the development and implementation process, ensuring essential procedures are followedDevelop, improve, and refine Business Analysis best practices within the EPMO; provide consultation and coaching on application of best practices Support the EPMO mandate to align all project, program, and portfolio activities with company-wide strategic objectivesServe as an EPMO ambassador by collaborating with ABOs, Business teams, and IT to facilitate the transformation of business needs into robust technical requirements via project artifacts such as charters, workflow documents, intake processes, acceptance criteria, test cases, etc. Lead all aspects of UAT as required including review of requirements, assessing business impacts of development, coordinating test teams, development of test scripts, UAT session planning, execution, and sign-off. Own the conduit role between IT and SCI Business teamsDemonstrate the EPMO's value by championing strong cross-departmental communication, foster knowledge sharing to eliminate information silos, promote transparency and full collaboration in service of SCI strategic goals Set realistic expectations with the ESC and Business teams by leveraging EPMO governance Foster continuous improvement by finding efficiencies in the EPMO's service to the Business teamsMentors, and educates other EPMO team members as neededIdentifies business value when developing ideas on digital awareness, risk assessment, business continuity, and business capability Coordinates and facilitates consultation with senior level stakeholders to help define technology roadmap, systems requirements, and project charters as needed Key Criteria/Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Business or a technical related discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, etc.)7+ plus years in a technical based role supporting strategic initiatives from a business analyst perspectiveProven success in the development of business requirements, acceptance criteria, and project plans for multi-phase strategic initiativesProven experience in all aspects of the SDLC, multiple project management disciplines, and understands the responsibilities, boundaries, and limitations of all areas of ITEffectively communicates with technical, business, and executive audiences Able to build rapport and key relationships quickly with ABOs, Business teams, vendors to accomplish project goals effectivelyExcellent emotional intelligence and soft skills to understand when to push an agenda and when to let a situation develop, rest, or advanceAble to think both tactically and strategically, and prioritize achieving business value over solutionsPossesses leadership, assertiveness, diplomacy, negotiating, and problem-solving skills Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and presentation skillsAbility to listen effectively, positively influence others, and break down organizational barriers and silosAble to build a relationship of trust between the EPMO, IT, and Business teams by focusing on providing a positive client experience, exhibiting proactivity, and prioritizing follow through on commitmentsAbility to set expectations with business partners and effectively leverage EPMO governance for a positive business partner experienceAnticipate how business strategy or policy changes will impact systems and processes and can proactively develop coping and mitigation strategiesHybrid work schedule offering some remote work, with majority on-site in support of developing business relationshipsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times Compensation: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Sport Clips is one of the most respected and fastest-growing hair care franchises in the United States. Recognized by Entrepreneur as one of the Top 10 "Fastest-Growing Franchises" and FORBES as a "Top Ten Best Franchise" to buy for its investment category, Sport Clips continues to experience success through our belief that our Team Members are our greatest asset. Founded by Gordon Logan in 1993, Sport Clips now operates a franchise system of more than 1,800 stores in the United States and Canada - and counting!At Sport Clips, it is our mission to create a championship haircut experience for men and boys in an exciting sports environment! When you become a member of the Sport Clips Team, you will be joining people who live by three simple values, which were inspired by the same core values famed football coach, Lou Holtz, used to build championship football teams: "Do Your Best. Do What's Right. Treat Others the Way They Want to Be Treated." Whether it's through the many important causes Sport Clips stores support, or our program established to help team members in need, there are many ways you'll see values in action at Sport Clips! Join us to see why, at Sport Clips... It's Good to be a Team Member!If you're looking to build your career, Sport Clips is the place for you. Discover more about and see what our Team Members are saying on .

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