
Business Analyst
About the role
*(Hybrid model in Irving, Texas)*
*(70%-80% Travel requirement. It will not always be 70%-80%, but the hiring manager wants to set that expectation. All travel expenses covered by the client)*
Job Description
Optomi, in partnership with a leading technology group within the steel manufacturing industry, is looking for a Business Analyst.
Position Summary:
The Business Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the company by implementing ERP systems across company divisions. This involves configuring systems, conducting tests, and ensuring transaction processes within Oracle are optimized for end users. The role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of ERP implementations, starting with the upcoming go-live in West Virginia. Candidates will work within a dynamic team, directly impacting how the company's divisions operate.
What the right candidate will enjoy:
- Opportunity to see tangible impacts by directly implementing systems that improve outcomes across the company divisions.
- Mentorship from a knowledgeable team lead and colleagues who invest in team development.
- Exposure to full implementation lifecycle including dry runs, UAT testing, and go-live phases.
- Potential for growth with a contract-to-hire arrangement that allows assessment of fit before permanent commitment.
Job Must Haves:
- Will be traveling 70-80% of the month (they haven't traveled since December, but need to expect this)
- Business Analyst experience
- Finance or accounting background / understanding
- 3-4 years of relevant experience
- Self-starter and self-learner mentality
- Willingness to learn and get hands dirty
- Comfort with ambiguity and constant change
- Strong character and personality fit
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders
- Comfort with testing methodologies (UAT, dry runs)
Job Nice to Haves:
- Oracle ERP system knowledge
- Jira, Confluence, or similar tools experience
- Certifications
- Stable employment history - does not like to see job hopping, it is a red flag to HM
- No industry knowledge needed (steel) - can be taught
- They don’t need to know oracle If they have accounting and finance background
What the responsibilities are of the right candidate:
- Perform system analysis to identify gaps and understand transaction flows through Oracle ERP.
- Document requirements, create SOPs and flowcharts, and support testing activities including dry runs and UAT.
- Troubleshoot report generation issues and ensure configurations align with business needs.
- Support ERP implementations, starting with West Virginia and followed by Indiana later in the year.
