Business Analyst

Description Position at Zones LLC. Company Overview:

When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there's really only one:
Zones - First Choice for IT™.

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done.

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Term:
Full Time

Location:
Glenview, IL

Pay: $100,000 - $120,000; commensurate with experience

Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Business Analyst is an innovative strategy leader with a strong understanding of procurement and finance processes and activities; with the ability to apply that knowledge to implement solutions to accommodate business requirements in a manufacturing environment.

We are looking for a motivated team member with the ability to build strong relationships. A qualified candidate can effectively translate organizational needs into strategic opportunities, while understanding the effect on a growing global organization. Responsibilities will include deep assessments into business challenges, evaluating new technologies, and defining functional standards. This individual will manage the planning and implementation of projects ensuring policies and procedures are consistent with company goals, best practices, software compliance, and regulatory requirements.

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

• Understanding of purchasing and finance business system processes
• Industry best practice awareness of technology concepts and architecture patterns
• Work with vendors and service providers as a liaison for the technical team to select the services and products that meet company requirements
• Establish and maintain an effective system of communications throughout the organization
• Determine project schedules and effectively manage the allocation of resources to achieve project objectives
• Ability to translate technical language into a non-technical understanding
• Work closely with our user community and IT professionals to build consensus and standards that are scalable, adaptable, and flexible to meet the needs of a changing business landscape
• Comply with audit requirements and execute change management best practices
• Drive to keep current with evolving technology and apply it to future strategic objectives
• Ability to deliver solutions with industry leading security and efficiencies that aligns with the Enterprise Agenda

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT technical, or a related field
• 3+ years relevant sales and distribution system experience
• 10+ years of experience working in a large, multi-regional, corporate environment
• Experience with ERP systems, with a preference for the Microsoft D365 F&SCM platform
• Experience implementing cloud solutions is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong customer support orientation
• Proven record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Exhibits strong organizational and time management skills with a sense of drive and urgency
• Exceptional interpersonal, collaboration, and…