Sr IT Business Analyst

Job Description

Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Sr IT Business Analyst. The Sr IT Business Analyst will work directly with business leaders, business users, and IT teammates to plan, define, design, specify, test, train, implement, and support manufacturing related organization business processes and systems. Under intermittent supervision, the position works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. This person needs to exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

What you will do:

• Provides some subject matter expertise for business customers and technical resources. Establishes awareness of business process and technology solution best practices within a specific business segment
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets complex manufacturing data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process improvement
• Collaborates and forges a network of beneficial relationships with all levels within IT organizations and the customers of IT in order to establish mutual trust and provide a foundation for high level project partnership. Initiates and develops working relationships with internal groups
• Investigates issues with manufacturing organization applications, conducting root cause analysis, and aligning resources to correct issues
• Develops and documents solution design alternatives, and then lead a group through the collaborative process of finalizing recommendations and documenting rationale
• Defines project requirements to the degree required to gain business support, funding, and resources
• Responsible for leading, as well as, participating in cross-functional business projects
• Estimates high-level project timelines, resource needs, and funding needs by independently gathering documentation, and validating business requirements
• Clarifies and documents current-state, future-state, and the gap that exists between the two states
• Reviews test plans and testing methodology to mitigate risks and participates in testing the solution to ensure the solution meets requirements within the organization. May participate in test plan creation
• Communicate functional requirements & specifications to developer team
• May mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the team
• May perform other duties and projects as assigned

What’s in it for you:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science or related area or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years of experience in data analysis, IT Business analysis, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years’ experience in a manufacturing or corporate business environment

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