IT Business Analyst

Malibu Boats, LLC•Loudon, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The IT Business Analyst bridges the gap between business needs and technical solutions within the Application Development organization. This role partners closely with the IT Portfolio Manager, Business Relationship Managers (BRMs), Product/Project Managers, and Software Developers to translate business strategy into well-defined, data-informed solutions — from discovery through delivery and adoption.

Requirements

Shows up with positivity, humility, and energy
Exceptional communication skills – both oral and written English
Experience as an IT Business Analyst, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to translate them into technical requirements
Experience working with software development teams and knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of ERP systems, manufacturing processes, and data/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)
Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques
Ability to collaborate and communicate with technical and professional staff
Flexible and adaptable; able to navigate shifting priorities and multiple assignments
Comfortable working within Agile/Scrum delivery frameworks and writing clear user stories and acceptance criteria
Minimum of 6 years of experience in information technology
Minimum of 3 years in an IT Business Analyst role.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or similar industry
Professional certification (e.g., CBAP, PMP, CSPO, PMI-PBA etc.)
Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum ceremonies and tools (e.g., Jira, sprint planning, backlog grooming)
Familiarity with requirements for publicly traded companies, including SOX, ADA, ISO, PCI
Experience in an enterprise with multiple geographic locations and interacting in a corporate IT role
Experience with data visualization/BI tools (e.g., Power BI) and low-code/no-code platforms

Responsibilities

Collaborate with BRMs and product owners to gather, document, and prioritize business requirements
Conduct data-informed analysis of business processes to identify opportunities for automation and improvement
Translate business requirements into functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria for the development team
Participate in Agile ceremonies (backlog refinement, sprint planning, reviews) to keep requirements aligned with delivery
Work with developers to design IT solutions that meet business needs
Document the as-is and to-be as well as performing GAP analysis
Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and align with industry best practices
Assist in the implementation of new systems and enhancements to existing systems
Evaluate opportunities for process automation and AI-assisted tooling to reduce manual effort and improve data quality
Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and the IT team
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between BRMs, developers and other stakeholders
Provide regular updates on project status and address any concerns or issues
Develop and manage the execution of test plans to ensure solutions meet business requirements
Identify and document defects, and work with developers to resolve them
Ensure the quality and functionality of delivered solutions
Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for IT projects and systems
Provide training and support to end-users and/or SMEs to ensure successful adoption of new solutions
Develop user manuals, guides, and other training materials
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in technology
Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend innovative solutions
Participate in post-implementation reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement