Business Analyst
Summary
Business analyst at a fuel distribution company who documents and improves cross-department processes (logistics, accounting, admin), researches and recommends software/ERP solutions, manages technology implementation projects, and lightly administers SaaS platforms. Core tools include Excel, Power Query, SQL, and Microsoft 365.
Process Analysis & Improvement (40%)
- Partner with department leaders across logistics, accounting, and administrative functions to document current business processes and identify improvement opportunities
- Conduct workflow analysis to eliminate redundancies, reduce manual work, and increase operational efficiency
- Develop process maps, standard operating procedures, and training documentation
- Measure and report on the effectiveness of implemented process changes
- Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to resolve process bottlenecks
- Research and evaluate software platforms, tools, and technologies that address identified business needs
- Prepare detailed cost-benefit analyses and vendor comparisons with recommendations
- Conduct product demonstrations and proof-of-concept testing
- Stay current on industry technology trends relevant to fuel distribution and enterprise systems
- Assess integration requirements with existing systems including ERP, logistics platforms, and others
- Coordinate technology implementation projects from requirements gathering through deployment
- Develop project plans, timelines, and communication strategies
- Track project milestones, manage stakeholder expectations, and escalate issues appropriately
- Facilitate user acceptance testing and coordinate training for new systems
- Document project outcomes and lessons learned
- Provide light administration for business applications and SaaS platforms
- Manage user access, permissions, and basic configuration changes
- Coordinate with IT infrastructure team on system integrations and data flows
- Monitor system performance and user feedback to identify enhancement opportunities
- Assist with troubleshooting application issues and coordinate vendor support when needed
- Support data analysis and reporting initiatives using Excel, Power Query, and business intelligence tools
- Participate in IT strategic planning and budgeting processes
- Contribute to documentation of IT policies, procedures, and standards
- Assist with other projects and duties as assigned by leadership
Requirements
Required QualificationsEducation & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related field
- 1-3 years of experience in business analysis, process improvement, or related role
- Experience working in multi-location or multi-departmental business environments preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications (Office, SharePoint, Teams, Power Apps)
- Basic understanding of database concepts and SQL queries
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools
- Ability to quickly learn new software platforms and technologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications
- Skilled at facilitating meetings and gathering requirements from diverse stakeholders
- Professional documentation and presentation skills
- Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple priorities independently
- Strong organizational skills and follow-through on commitments
- Customer service orientation with focus on supporting business operations
- Collaborative team player comfortable working across organizational levels
- Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity in a dynamic business environment
- Experience with ERP systems
- Knowledgeable of financial and managerial accounting
- Knowledgeable of AI tools and their potential benefits / risks
- Familiarity with logistics, point-of-sale, or supply chain management systems
- Experience with process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart, etc.)
- Basic scripting or automation knowledge (Power Automate, etc.)