Sr Business Analyst IT Job

Position Detail Sr Business Analyst IT Atlanta, GA Date: 11/05/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Information Technology
Type: Full-time
Travel: None

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE - This is a Senior Business Analyst position within the Inventory Management team. The IMS team provides value by implementing and supporting applications that assist store and corporate users in maintaining effective inventory. This position would mainly be focused on the ability to gather and write requirements and functional design specifications for creating new and existing applications. As well as working closely with the stores for resolving system issues. This position will also require them to broaden their skills by learning a programming language such as Java, .Net, or Flex. The BA should be able to work in a fast paced environment independently and as part of a team. This position is fast paced and requires someone that is self motivated. The Sr. Business Analyst is responsible for preparing one or more of the deliverables required to build Business Requirement Documents for small to mid-sized projects which include; Process flow, use cases, system diagrams and coordination and accountability for Conceptual, Architectural, Review Board (CARB) and Requirements, Architectural Review Board (RARB) artifacts. During the requirements phase of the project, the Analyst will coordinate and meet with IT and the business owners to ensure that business requirements are translated into succinct clear requirements with defined ranges. The Sr. Business Analyst may document current business processes if they are not already in place. A thorough understanding of the functional area related to the project and the ability to identify and quantify business process improvements along with system improvements through the use of technology is critical. This position requires knowledge of technology and the business with the ability to combine the two. The Sr. Business Analyst updates the Manager or Sr. Manager on day to day activities and project status.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Develop detail requirements including cost-benefit analysis for approved small to mid-sized projects and enhancements to existing projects. Develop User Acceptance testing (UAT) and trace-ability matrix with the Business Client. Develop System Requirement Documents (SRD) and Systems External Specifications (SES) documents for the UAT and System test groups to assist with testing scenarios. Interface with Business Stakeholders and IT Infrastructure teams to work through the start-up phase of the project including ensuring business requirements and business acceptance documents are accurately developed. Assist with training and rollout plans for new systems or enhancements to existing systems. Maintain a working knowledge of business unit processes, procedures and current applications.

NATURE AND SCOPE - Typically reports to Manager - Service Management No direct responsibility for supervising others.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -

EDUCATION REQUIRED - The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 3
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES -

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS -

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to gather and write detailed business requirements and functional designs. Strong troubleshooting and communication skills a must. Store knowledge and understanding of Java, .Net, or Java a plus. Bachelors Degree. Preferably 3-5 years of related experience. Retail experience a plus. Consulting experience a plus. Package software configuration experience. Diverse IT technical background.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - Ability to identify and document business requirements. Analytical and problem solving skills along with verbal, written and presentation skills. Ability to influence business owners and senior management. Ability to communicate to a wide variety of audiences, both business and technical. Ability to understand existing business processes and assist with efforts to re-engineer processes. Proficiency in basic project management.

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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