Job Description

The Information Management team of this Global manufacturing giant seeks a qualified Systems Business Analyst. Reporting to the IT Manager, the purpose of the role is to:

• Evaluate, implement, design and build IT business solutions and manage resources;
• Ensure that system application solutions fit business process needs;
• Develop solutions to support smooth operations and improve business efficiency, automation and productivity;
• Competently work with and understand data for reporting purposes.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Degree in IT / Business or equivalent.
• Min. 6 to 10 years senior level experience in a systems' development environment.
• Minimum 5 years as a Systems Analyst in a manufacturing, or FMCG environment.
• Experience in Advanced Delphi Programming and SQL (Structured Query Language).
• Knowledge of Oracle or equivalent databases, as well as Web development and mobile app development skills essential.
• Understanding of Weighbridge operations, Plantation management, and GIS systems an added advantage.

Key Performance Areas:

• Design, implement and maintain effective programs and initiatives to provide IT solutions.
• Analyse business performance, in conjunction with business process owners.
• Undertake complex process analysis.
• Design and create proposals, which includes technical process problem-solving.
• Conduct unit tests, integration tests and develop module functional documentation.
• Conduct Go-live preparation and Go-live support.
• Act as the key specialist point of contact in problem-solving and investigations.
• Ensure system integration and business continuity by effectively managing projects.
• Engage with stakeholders such as the Finance department, suppliers, direct line management, etc. to ensure correct system applications and development.
• Liaise with external Specialist Consultants and other in-house Developers for implementing cross functional solutions.
• Assist the company to capitalise on new opportunities, focusing on digitalisation, automation, and optimisation of resources.
• Ensure effective management of risk and good corporate governance.
• Ensure legal compliance in area of responsibility.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement that create value to the business.
• Continuously analyse, develop and re-engineer processes to ensure quality outputs and optimal departmental processes.

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