Business Analyst – Procurement/Banking
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Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Business Analyst – Procurement/Banking to support procurement system enhancement initiatives. The position involves engaging with diverse stakeholders within enterprise-level programs, performing detailed requirements gathering, and facilitating process improvements. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant transformation projects within a dynamic team environment.
Pay rate range (CAD): $65.22/hr – $78.26/hr
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across business functions to align technology solutions with strategic goals
- Gather and document detailed business requirements, translating them into technical specifications for development teams
- Conduct cost-benefit and ROI analyses to support system implementation decisions
- Analyze and support complex business processes, identifying opportunities for operational improvements
- Serve as a liaison between the business units and IT teams to facilitate effective communication and technical solutions
- Participate in Agile and Waterfall project methodologies, supporting Scrum ceremonies and documentation efforts
- Assist with user story development, UAT, and QA processes to ensure quality deliverables
- Provide ongoing functional support and issue resolution for applications within the procurement system
Desired Skill-Set
- 5 to 7 years of proven Business Analyst experience in procurement or banking environments
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Knowledge of programming languages for understanding code and system functions
- Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Experience leading stakeholder discussions and facilitating working sessions
- Proficiency with Confluence, Jira, and MS Office suite
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to manage difficult stakeholders
- Ability to document user stories and participate effectively in Agile ceremonies
- Experience supporting UAT and QA testing processes
- Familiarity with banking or insurance industry workflows and procurement processes
Nice to Have
- Prior experience working within financial institutions' procurement workflows
- Advanced degrees such as MBA or equivalent
- Knowledge of IT project lifecycle and related technologies
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