Strategic Enterprise Solutions Specialist

Senior Business Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Business Analyst with expertise in bridging the gap between business requirements and technology solutions. This role demands someone who can analyze complex business problems, design efficient IT systems, lead requirement gathering, and manage end-to-end solution delivery in alignment with enterprise architecture standards.

The ideal candidate is a hybrid of strategist, technologist, and communicator able to work with both business stakeholders and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities & Technology Analysis:

- Engage with stakeholders across functions to elicit, document, and prioritize business requirements.

- Translate high-level business needs into detailed functional specifications and technical requirements.

- Analyze existing business processes and systems to identify optimization opportunities using IT solutions.

- Conduct feasibility studies and recommend system designs, integrations, or upgrades aligned with business and compliance requirements.

IT Systems & Solution Design:

- Work with developers, architects, and system administrators to design scalable, secure, and cost-effective IT solutions.

- Evaluate databases, APIs, and system integration points, ensuring seamless interoperability between enterprise platforms.

- Collaborate with infrastructure and DevOps teams to ensure systems meet security, performance, and compliance standards.

- Drive system testing, UAT, and validation ensuring business acceptance before rollout.

Project & Delivery Management:

- Contribute to and sometimes lead technology projects, including software implementations, upgrades, and customizations.

- Manage end-to-end lifecycle of tender submissions, ensuring deadlines, compliance, and quality benchmarks are met.

- Act as a bridge between product owners, business teams, and engineering, ensuring smooth communication and delivery alignment.

- Oversee documentation, training, and knowledge transfer for stakeholders and end-users.

Data, Tenders, & Market Intelligence:

- Monitor tendering systems daily for new opportunities aligned with business strategy.

- Compile and edit technical/commercial sections of tenders, proposals, and RFIs, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

- Generate costing models, pricing sheets, and supporting documentation to aid executive decision-making.

- Provide data-driven insights and market intelligence by analyzing tender trends, competitor activities, and industry benchmarks.

Core Skills & Competencies:

- Strong expertise in requirements analysis, functional specification design, and IT systems mapping.

- Proficiency in databases (SQL/NoSQL), system integration, APIs, and troubleshooting methodologies.

- Familiarity with enterprise applications, cloud-based systems (AWS/Azure/GCP), and system security models.

- Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, hybrid).

- Proven track record of working with tender management systems, proposal writing, and compliance frameworks.

- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

- Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Systems, or related field.

- 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, IT Analyst, or Consultant with exposure to enterprise-grade projects.

- Strong background in project management, IT solutioning, and business process automation.

- Hands-on experience with business intelligence tools, workflow automation, and system integration frameworks.

- Understanding of tendering processes, compliance, and technical documentation.

- Certifications preferred: CBAP, PMI-PBA, PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile/Scrum certifications.

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