Business Analyst

At Umbra, we're in search of a Business Analyst, Reporting & Analytics, who thrives on simplifying the complex. If you're passionate about turning intricate data into actionable insights and have a knack for designing solutions that make a difference, we want you on our team. Your role will be pivotal in understanding user requirements and working with technology to deliver solutions that drive our business forward.

Is this you?

Looking to broaden your exposure to business processes and work for a successful, global housewares design company?

Are you a logical thinker who thrives on developing solutions in an entrepreneurial environment?

What you’ll do to be successful in this role…

·       Utilize strong problem solving skills to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in a timely manner

·       Perform configuration changes of assigned systems including Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Product Information Management (PIM), and generalization of Company’s ERP System

·       Maintain a list of business issues to be addressed within assigned IT systems

·       Propose and develop solutions to business issues applying knowledge of business processes

·       Document business requirements in functional specifications for in-house developers and external consultants 

·       Communicate updates to functional leaders

·       Manage relationships with external consultants keeping them focused on important deliverables

·       Participate in unit testing of solutions and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) where required

·       Develop and apply a deep understanding of the data structure and general configuration for assigned systems to resolve business issues

Requirements

What you’ll bring…

Technical Skills: Solid knowledge of ERP systems. Experience with SAP specifically an asset

Language/Communication Requirements: Good oral and fluent English communication skills are required.

Organizational Abilities: 

·       Understanding of business processes in areas such as product lifecycle, sales operations, supply chain, logistics and costing analysis

·       Excellent time management and organization skills with a strong sense of urgency

·       Mature analytical and evidence-based decision-making style

·       Customer-centric team player with strong sense of integrity

·       Entrepreneurial spirit with an appreciation for design, trends and housewares 

Work Style: Reliable, logical thinker with the ability to self-direct and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Assertive with demonstrated ability to successfully manage relationships with partners including developers and consultants to achieve goals.

Preferred Experience: 2 years’ experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role in a medium-sized organization. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is an asset.

Suggested Education: University degree in Business, IT, Social Sciences or related field and strong mathematical skills.

Benefits

Here’s how we reward success …

Umbra is a place where innovative minds thrive on its fast pace and make things happen. We value our unique work space, our global mindset and our distinct design-centric culture.

We offer all permanent full-time associates competitive base compensation and incentive plans, group benefit coverage and RSP matching programs, as well as more exciting things like flexible working arrangements, continuous learning opportunities, a generous employee product discount, recognition galore, an on-site gourmet café and full gym facilities to keep you healthy.  Overall, a great place to work and build a career.

We’re Umbra… A leading global design company, inspired  and driven to perform

We share a vision of creating original, modern, casual and affordable design for every room in the home.  We are a privately owned, Canadian company with 40 years of industry experience. Led by one of our founders, our designs can be found in over 120 countries across five continents. Our global success is attributed to our entrepreneurial nature and a desire to push ourselves, and each other, beyond our limits.

We  encourage applications from all qualified persons, however only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted.

Umbra welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities, and not lodging.

No phone calls or agencies please.

Last updated on Apr 19, 2024