IT Business Analyst – Operations

Magna

. The IT Business Analyst – Operations acts as a key liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams to improve manufacturing processes through technology.

Posted 4/27/2026full-timeTimisoara • 🇷🇴 RomaniaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The IT Business Analyst – Operations acts as a key liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams to improve manufacturing processes through technology.
This role focuses on analyzing production workflows, identifying system enhancements, and supporting the implementation of digital solutions (e.g., ERP, MES) to increase efficiency, quality, and operational visibility.
Gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to manufacturing operations
Collaborate with production, supply chain, quality, and maintenance teams to understand process needs
Translate business requirements into functional specifications for IT solutions
Support implementation and optimization of systems such as ERP, MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), and SCM tools
Analyze current workflows (production planning, inventory, quality control) and identify improvement opportunities
Participate in system configuration, testing (UAT), and deployment activities
Ensure data accuracy, reporting consistency, and integration across systems
Work with IT teams and vendors to resolve system issues and implement enhancements
Create process documentation, user manuals, and training materials
Support change management and user adoption initiatives
Monitor KPIs and reporting tools to support operational decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
3–6 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (production, inventory, supply chain)
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
Knowledge of business analysis methodologies and tools (e.g., process mapping, requirements gathering)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Experience with MES, WMS, or industrial automation systems (preferred)
Familiarity with data analysis tools (Power BI, SQL, Excel advanced) (preferred)
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices (preferred)
Experience in Agile or hybrid project environments (preferred)
Relevant certifications (CBAP, PMI-PBA, or similar) (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours and remote work
Health programs, sports and team events
An extensive training program and exciting internal development opportunities
Meal allowance

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Hard Skills & Tools

business analysisrequirements gatheringprocess mappingdata analysisERP systemsMESWMSSQLPower BILean Manufacturing

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunicationstakeholder managementcollaborationchange managementuser adoptiondocumentationtrainingmonitoring KPIs

Certifications

CBAPPMI-PBA