Business Consultant
About The Position
Serves as a business function expert on one or more teams, representing the operational interests of one or more business units. Identifies various business aspects of projects that may need modification during changes in the project’s design and development. Provides guidance/training to other team members/business partners to improve performance. Develops and analyzes data models and reports and prepares recommendations for management review. Conducts application/technology demonstrations and briefings to various groups and levels of management. Provides expert advice, guidance and counsel to team members/business partners. Leads activities related to conducting complex analysis, evaluating alternatives and making recommendations for innovative and effective business solutions. May lead a team of individuals to complete specific project tasks. Develops project/business objectives, requirements and cost benefits as projects/business plans are initiated. Updates status of project/business solution to management over the course of the project. Develops, reviews, revises, and updates documentation pertaining to project/business activities (e.g., specification documents, on-line help, testing of processes/product lines, procedures, etc.). Coordinates, develops and defines test strategy/approach for department/project (e.g., unit, system, acceptance testing). Provides expertise and makes recommendations regarding changes/enhancements to applications/technology across multiple business areas. May act as a liaison between assigned department/project and internal and external contacts.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Project coordination and/or leadership experience
- Business planning and consulting
- Researching, analyzing, identifying and resolving moderately complex to complex business problems
- Participation on project teams
- Developing data models using spreadsheet applications
- Analyzing data models/reports and preparing recommendations for management review
- Providing guidance to less experienced staff/team members
- Preparing written proposals/reports
- PC software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access ,Visio, MS Project)
- Project management tools (GANTT, Pert charts, Project Professional, MS Project, etc.)
- Planning, organizing and decision making
- Analysis, compilation and interpretation of data
- Preparation and presentation of materials
- Achieving stated objectives within designated timeframe
- Explore alternative approaches to existing processes and project objectives
- Perform a variety of concurrent activities
- Work with others in a team environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to include report generation and presentation of major reports
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Operations Research, Information Technology or related field
- PMP Designation
- Related professional or technology certification/designation
- Experience with Sabre and/or other travel technology systems
- Knowledge of Salesforce and Axis
Responsibilities
- Serves as a business function expert on one or more teams, representing the operational interests of one or more business units.
- Identifies various business aspects of projects that may need modification during changes in the project’s design and development.
- Provides guidance/training to other team members/business partners to improve performance.
- Develops and analyzes data models and reports and prepares recommendations for management review.
- Conducts application/technology demonstrations and briefings to various groups and levels of management.
- Provides expert advice, guidance and counsel to team members/business partners.
- Leads activities related to conducting complex analysis, evaluating alternatives and making recommendations for innovative and effective business solutions.
- May lead a team of individuals to complete specific project tasks.
- Develops project/business objectives, requirements and cost benefits as projects/business plans are initiated.
- Updates status of project/business solution to management over the course of the project.
- Develops, reviews, revises, and updates documentation pertaining to project/business activities (e.g., specification documents, on-line help, testing of processes/product lines, procedures, etc.).
- Coordinates, develops and defines test strategy/approach for department/project (e.g., unit, system, acceptance testing).
- Provides expertise and makes recommendations regarding changes/enhancements to applications/technology across multiple business areas.
- May act as a liaison between assigned department/project and internal and external contacts.
Benefits
- PTO, paid sick leave
- Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility
- Prescription drug coverage
- Dental and vision benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services)
- Company-paid basic life insurance
- Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options
- 401(k) plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 1 mental health day
- 2 floating holidays
- 1 volunteer day
- Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave
- Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG)
- Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs
- Opportunities for career development and advancement
- Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts
- Adoption assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
