Technical Business Analyst / PM Swindon/Hybrid £60k
All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.About the RoleThe Companies UK IT team supports all areas of the business, delivering both new developments and maintaining a range of bespoke software solutions.As we continue to evolve and modernise our technology landscape, we are embarking on a major transformation of our digital platforms. This includes migrating legacy systems to Microsoft Dynamics and adopting modern, cloud-native solutions.We are looking for an experienced and technically minded Business Analyst to join our team and play a key role in this transformation.The OpportunityAs Technical Business Analyst, you will work closely with IT leadership, operational teams, development teams, business stakeholders and third-party technology providers.You will understand how our business operates today, identify opportunities to improve processes and systems, and help define the solutions that will support the Company’s future.You will act as a key bridge between our business and technical teams – ensuring requirements are clearly understood, solutions are fit for purpose, and projects are delivered successfully.Alongside core Business Analysis responsibilities, you will coordinate project activities, support delivery planning, facilitate stakeholder communication and contribute to change management, implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesWork collaboratively with stakeholders across production, logistics, sales and IT to understand current processes, gather and analyse requirements, and develop effective future-state solutions.Analyse ‘As Is’ and ‘To Be’ processes , identifying gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.Coordinate project activities across business and technical teams to support successful delivery of system and process improvements.Support the change management processes and user adoption activities during system implementations and transformation programmes.Support the prioritisation of requirements and development of delivery roadmaps aligned to business objectives.Evaluate and optimise end-to-end workflows across print production and order fulfilment .Apply a range of Business Analysis techniques, including:Data manipulation and analysisGap and trend analysisData mappingProcess modelling and diagrammingRequirements analysisTranslate business problems and user needs into clear, actionable functional and technical specifications for development teams.Create user stories, use cases, acceptance criteria and process flow diagrams to support project delivery.Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across both business and technical teams.Work closely with internal IT teams and external software providers to improve and integrate key systems, including MIS/ERP, scheduling and inventory management platforms .Support software validation by developing test cases and participating in system testing, user acceptance testing, validation and troubleshooting .Support implementation activities and help resolve technical and process-related challenges.Maintain comprehensive functional and technical documentation to support development, implementation, knowledge transfer and future reference.Support project planning, track timelines and facilitate communication between business and technical teams to ensure successful outcomes.About YouWe’re looking for someone with strong Business Analysis experience who combines excellent analytical and communication skills with a genuine interest in technology and business improvement.You will ideally have:3-5 years’ experience working as a Business Analyst, preferably within manufacturing, logistics, supply chain or another operational environment.Experience supporting, managing or coordinating technology delivery projects .Strong technical understanding, including:System architectureDatabases and data structuresAPIs and system integrationTechnical feasibilitySoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Change methodologiesUser stories and acceptance criteriaWorking effectively with software development teamsExperience producing detailed functional and technical documentation , including process flows and other techniques used to accurately capture current and future solutions.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mindset and creative approach to solving business problems.Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.A systems-thinking mindset , with the ability to understand how processes, systems, people and events interact and how changes in one area can impact the wider organisation.Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.Experience using documentation and collaboration tools such as Confluence, Jira, Visio, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint .Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate delivery across different teams.Desirable ExperienceThe following experience would be highly advantageous:Experience working with ERP or MIS systems , particularly within manufacturing or print.Understanding of production planning, warehouse management or automated fulfilment systems .Strong SQL skills for extracting, validating and analysing data.Experience with business process modelling and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma .Familiarity with programming technologies such as C#, VB and .NET .Knowledge of EDI, XML/JSON and integration middleware .Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics or similar modern ERP platforms.Exposure to cloud-based technologies and digital transformation programmes. xwwtmva Remote working/work at home options are available for this role….