We are seeking a Business Process Architect with a strong background in business architecture, process modeling, and solution development. This role is perfect for an experienced professional who thrives in driving business transformation and optimizing processes, particularly in the areas of Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Logistics. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking company that empowers growth, innovation, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Requirements Gathering:

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand business goals and gather, analyze, and document requirements for various projects.
• Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in current business processes and recommend data-driven solutions to enhance operational performance.
• Solution Design & Development: Work alongside IT teams to design functional solutions that meet business needs, ensuring alignment with both technical and strategic requirements.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze complex datasets to uncover insights that influence business decisions and strategic planning.
• Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration: Act as a liaison between business, IT, and external vendors, ensuring seamless communication and understanding of project requirements.
• Project Management: Lead business analysis efforts within projects, managing timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring delivery on target.
• Documentation & Reporting: Develop clear, concise documentation including business process flows, use cases, user stories, and test plans to support project implementation and ensure clarity.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Create test cases, review test plans, and assist in system testing to ensure delivered solutions meet business requirements.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks and collaborate with stakeholders to implement mitigation plans that ensure successful project completion.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or a related field.
• Experience: 6+ years in senior Business Analysis, Business Architecture, or Solutions Architecture roles, with a focus on Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Logistics.
• Business Process Modeling: Proven experience in using various tools (e.g., UML, Visio, Lucidchart) for modeling business processes and workflows.
• Enterprise Architecture Tools: Hands-on experience with enterprise architecture modeling and analysis tools.
• Analytical Skills: Expertise in analyzing large datasets to identify trends and insights that guide strategic decisions.
• Requirements Elicitation: Ability to effectively gather, document, and validate business requirements through various techniques like workshops, interviews, and surveys.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across various departments, including IT, marketing, finance, and vendors.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Experience with business analysis tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, or Trello.
• Strong data analytics skills, with proficiency in SQL, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), and experience in sprint planning, backlog management, and working in Agile teams.
• Experience with system integration, APIs, and data exchange across platforms.
• Project management skills with a focus on timelines, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications: CBAP, PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting project demands.

Duration: Contract to Hire

Pay Range: $ 40 an hour

Artizen, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation. Artizen will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment, pursuant to state and local Fair Chance Ordinances.