Business Analyst - Finance & Purchasing

Job Description
The Business Analyst is an innovative strategy leader with a strong understanding of procurement and finance functional areas in a manufacturing environment;
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 excellent leadership and 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
This role is based in Glenview, IL, and reports to the Business Solutions Manager.
Core Responsibilities:
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 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
Other duties as assigned.