Remote Business Analyst

Job Overview

Essmann is a specialist in custom cabinetry millwork and furniture renowned for its commitment to quality craftsmanship and tailored solutions for corporate church and private clients. We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Remote Business Analyst to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in analysing our business processes identifying opportunities for improvement and bridging the gap between our operational needs and technology solutions to drive efficiency and growth. This is a fully remote position offering a competitive compensation rate of $45 - $60 USD per hour.

Responsibilities

As a Business Analyst you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including:

• Collaborating with stakeholders across various departments including sales design and production to gather analyse and document business requirements.
• Evaluating existing business processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend optimised solutions.
• Translating business requirements into clear functional specifications for system enhancements or new technology implementations.
• Developing and maintaining detailed documentation including process maps user stories and business cases.
• Analysing data to generate insights and creating comprehensive reports for management to support strategic decision-making.
• Acting as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure solutions meet organisational needs.
• Supporting project management activities by helping to define project scope objectives and deliverables.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience working as a Business Analyst or in a similar role.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong proficiency in requirements gathering process mapping and business process modelling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• A self-starter with the discipline and ability to work productively in a remote setting.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools.
• Experience within the manufacturing bespoke furniture or construction industry is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems is desirable.

Benefits

In return for your expertise and commitment we offer:

• A competitive hourly rate.
• The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote working arrangement.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing company dedicated to quality and craftsmanship.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.