Business Systems Analyst

Job Purpose

The Technical Business Analyst will analyse business systems, processes, and operating practices to identify opportunities for improvement and define effective technical solutions. Acting as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, the role translates business requirements into clear functional and technical specifications that support digital strategy, process optimisation, and data‑driven decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

* Collaborate with stakeholders across production, logistics, sales, and IT to gather and analyse business requirements
* Evaluate and optimise end‑to‑end workflows in print production and order fulfilment
* Apply business analysis techniques such as data manipulation, gap analysis, trend analysis, data mapping, and process modelling
* Translate business problems into clear technical specifications for internal development teams
* Develop user stories, use cases, process flows, and acceptance criteria
* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure alignment across business and technical teams
* Work with internal IT teams and external software providers to integrate and improve core systems (e.g. ERP/MIS, scheduling, inventory)
* Validate solutions through test case creation, system testing, and troubleshooting
* Support implementation phases and address technical challenges
* Maintain comprehensive functional and technical documentation
* Manage timelines and facilitate effective communication to ensure successful delivery

Skills & Experience

* 7+ years' experience as a Business Analyst, ideally within manufacturing, logistics, or supply‑chain environments
* Strong technical acumen, including system architecture, databases, APIs, and system integrations
* Advanced SQL skills for data extraction, validation, and analysis
* Familiarity with EDI, XML/JSON, and integration middleware tools
* Strong experience in business process modelling and improvement (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma)
* Proven ability to produce SRS, BRDs, API documentation, user stories, and use cases
* Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
* Experience working across the full SDLC and change methodologies
* Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Visio, or Lucidchart

Desirable Experience

* Background in book printing, publishing, or print manufacturing
* Experience with ERP or MIS platforms in manufacturing environments
* Exposure to production planning, warehouse management, or automated fulfilment systems

Reporting to: Business Service Manager