Business Systems Analyst

At this time, we are only receiving applications from candidates who are currently situated in the USA and have the ability to work in the USA.

Please make sure your CV is in English only, thank you.Who is our client and your future employer?

Our client occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. They are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbons (oil and gas).

With significant investment in technology and infrastructure, they strive to maximize the value of the energy they produce for the world and commit to enhancing value to society.

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and with offices around the world, our client combines market discipline with a generations-spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources.

This responsibility has driven them to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to many communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy they supply.

LHR Americas

LHR Americas recruits professionals from around the world to work for top oil and gas companies globally.

Who are we looking for?

Our client is seeking a Business Systems Analyst to provide high-level technical expertise and functional support to the Supply Chain department on business systems supporting departmental operations.

Business systems supported include, but are not limited to SAP MM, SAP Ariba, PowerBI as well as in-house applications. Develops computer systems and programs using end-user-oriented programming / system development tools.

This position may act as an internal consultant within technology and business groups by using quality tools and process definition / improvement techniques to re-engineer business applications or technical processes for greater efficiencies.

Acts as project leader on computer application projects.

Responsible, under the general direction of Unit or Division Head as assigned, for performing business system studies within the department, responsible for ensuring those business systems are functioning properly.

This position acts as a liaison between the client area assigned and other ASC or SAO departments by planning, conducting, and directing the analysis of complex business problems to be solved with automated systems.

Conducts feasibility studies for potential new systems to support department operations. Writes programs / develops systems using end-user programming tools.

Works with user groups, supports division staff to provide training, resolve questions, assess user needs and recommends changes, ensures data access controls, and computer hardware and software security meet corporate and department guidelines.

This position will develop and implement policies and procedures related to how business systems are meeting business requirements.

The job requires the typical physical demands of an office environment and is normally performed at 1200 Smith Street, Houston, Texas which is an air-conditioned, well-lighted office building that meets building, safety occupant health, and facility access codes.

Minimum Requirements

8 years of diversified experience in Systems Analysis, feasibility studies, systems engineering or a combination thereof.

Experience should include application development assignments using structured analysis and design techniques.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, Business Administration, Engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience supporting business lines users in SAP MM and SAP Ariba.
• Demonstrated abilities in problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Ability to work well with people from many different disciplines and varying degrees of technical experience.
• Knowledge of project methods and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops solutions to operational problems and designs / modifies systems to improve department operations.
• Manages external / internal customer expectations and scope. Works closely with IT Division staff and assigned customers to ensure developed functionality meets business requirements.
• Writes programs and designs systems using current generation software as required.
• Provides project leadership on computer application projects.
• Develops policies and procedures related to how computer systems are meeting business requirements.
• Prepares conversion and user installation plans for project implementation. Provides consultation on project management methods and practices.
• Ensures department data, computer hardware, and software are secured in accordance with corporate policy.
• Create and maintain user guides, reference manuals, and training materials as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as required.

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