Business Applications Analyst

About Bedrock

Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer focused on comprehensive city building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its work includes creating iconic cityscapes rehabilitating historic properties and making space for the communityall with the philosophy to operate for more than profit.

Since 2011 Bedrock has invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to develop and restore more than 140 properties totaling over 21 million square feet of office retail residential hospitality industrial data centers and 2024 Bedrock was named one of the worlds Most Innovative Companiesby Fast Company.

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Position Summary

The Business Analyst Applications internally titled Analyst Applications serves as a key technology partner to the organization supporting and optimizing core business applications with a primary emphasis on Salesforce and the Microsoft ecosystem (including SharePoint Power Apps and related Power Platform tools). Reporting to the Director of Applications this role is responsible for gathering and documenting business and technical requirements managing recurring support issues and providing Tier 2 application support escalating to software vendors as needed. The Analyst helps ensure that all technology solutionsespecially Salesforce and Microsoft tools are aligned scalable and optimized to support business processes and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Enhances configures and administers Salesforce and integrated platforms such as Azure and Box while also contributing to Microsoft-based workflows automation and collaboration solutions. Additional application support may include systems like Yardi Voyager Construction Manager and Forecast Manager.

• Partners closely with peers across the Applications team to drive system improvements support project execution develop product roadmaps and contribute to training documentation and governance.

• Responds to daily user requests issues and assignments related to Salesforce SharePoint Power Apps and other supported applications; document progress and resolutions in the company ticketing and project management systems in coordination with the IT Helpdesk.

• Administers user setup security and configuration across Salesforce and Microsoft tools including provisioning users managing permission sets profiles roles groups and access controls.

• Provide regular clear status updates regarding workload project timelines priorities risks and escalations.

• Gather document and analyze business and technical requirements translating them into solution designs for Salesforce SharePoint sites/libraries Power Apps Power Automate flows and other business applications.

• Serve as the liaison with application vendors (Salesforce Microsoft and other integrated platforms) coordinating system configuration security upgrades change management outages and troubleshooting escalations.

• Develop maintain and update documentation including howto guides configuration references process documentation and training materials; contribute to shared knowledge bases.

• Collaborate throughout the project lifecycle using standard tools for tracking requirements managing tasks participating in QA testing and coordinating with business stakeholders and technical teams.

• Provide support for a wide range of users with varying technical abilities delivering excellent customer service in person via remote support phone and email.

• Translate user needs into scalable technical solutions using both Salesforce configuration tools and Microsoft Power Platform capabilities. Work in team settings to make decisions manage priority changes and address urgent incidents.

• Design test and implement modifications and enhancements to Salesforce SharePoint Power Apps and integrated systems; perform regression testing and validation to ensure applications function properly after updates.

• Configure core Salesforce functionality including flows fields lightning pages record types custom metadata/settings reports and dashboards. Manage all aspects of user lifecycle management and security including orgwide defaults (OWD) sharing rules and data access governance.

• Support application integrations across Salesforce Microsoft 365 Nintex DealSumm Jones Box and other platforms ensuring data quality and system reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Business or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.

• Minimum 3 -5 years of hands-on experience supporting or administering Salesforce. Experience with leasing legal or realestatefocused systems is strongly preferred.

• Salesforce Administrator certification (required); additional Salesforce or Microsoft certifications (Power Platform SharePoint etc.) are preferred.

• Industry experience in commercial real estate is highly valued particularly within development construction leasing or property management processes.

• Experience contributing to technical architecture application development and integration planning/execution across enterprise platforms.

• Proven ability to gather analyze and document business requirements and translate them into clear technical specifications solution designs and business cases.

• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problemsolving skills with the ability to diagnose complex issues determine root causes and escalate appropriately when needed.

• Ability to understand applications conceptually ensuring integrations data flows and configurations function cohesively across Salesforce Microsoft tools and related platforms.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical concepts for different audiences and maintain strong customerservice orientation.

• Strong timemanagement prioritization and organizational abilities capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively seeking guidance when appropriate and contributing effectively to teambased initiatives.

• SQL and data analysis for troubleshooting and reporting.

• Understanding of API integrations and ETL processes.

• Knowledge of cloud-based platforms and SaaS applications.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Key Competencies

• Communication:Conveys ideas clearly; adapts messaging to audience; listens actively; fosters collaboration and trust.

• Planning & Organization:Prioritizes tasks effectively; manages time and resources; adapts to shifting priorities; executes with attention to detail.

• Problem Solving: Analyzes and resolves issues using critical thinking; remains adaptable and solution-focused; escalates when appropriate.

• Living Our Culture & Ethics:Acts with integrity; promotes inclusivity and accountability; aligns actions with organizational values; upholds compliance.

• Technical Skills:Applies relevant technical and industry knowledge; seeks ongoing development; contributes to team success through innovation and expertise.

• Leadership: Is accountable to their leader themselves and their team accepting responsibility for their behaviors and resultsacknowledging and being transparent about expectations successes and mistakes

Work Environment

Bedrock is an in-person five-day-a-week workplace. All team members are expected to work on site Monday through Friday during standard business hours unless otherwise specified by their role or designated shift. Some roles may have flexibility to work remotely on Fridays based on the nature of the work and business needs. This flexibility is granted at the discretion of the Company and may be adjusted at any time.

Disclaimer

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor or manager to assign direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. All principal duties and responsibilities of this position are essential functions of the position. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and may be revised at any time. Revisions will be communicated to employees within the classification. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment; therefore the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

Bedrock is an equal-opportunity employer.