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IT BUSINESS ANALYST

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IT BUSINESS ANALYST

Analyst plays a critical role in bridging the gap between the IT department and procurement functions.

Overview

IHS Towers is the largest independent mobile telecommunications infrastructure provider in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Founded in 2001, IHS provides services across the full tower value chain – colocation on owned towers, deployment and managed services.

Today IHS Towers has operations in Nigeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Zambia and Rwanda. Following the recent acquisitions of MTN and Etisalat’s tower portfolios in Nigeria, IHS owns over 23,300 towers in Africa.

Job Description

  • The Senior Procurement Business Analyst plays a critical role in bridging the gap between the IT department and procurement functions.
  • This role is accountable for requirement gathering, development of business case, identifying best practices and ensuring the effective design and utilization of the ERP systems to drive informed business decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive analysis of procurement processes to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Provide strategic insights and recommendations on key supply chain management processes including but not limited to sourcing, contracting, logistics, supplier relationship management, procurement-to-payment, supplier evaluation and market research.
  • Partner with business operations and IT teams to understand supply chain related business needs, define requirements for system modifications, enhancements, and strategic implementations, and translate these into actionable metrics.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on procurement analytics, offering guidance to procurement team members and other stakeholders.
  • Lead projects aimed at improving supply chain processes, systems, and tools to increase efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Identify and capitalize on opportunities for improvement efficiently.
  • Support the operation of SOX compliant processes.

Key Competencies:

  • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Proficient in analysing complex procurement data sets to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities. Has the ability to translate procurement business requirements into actionable metrics. Provides knowledge transfer to procurement team.
  • Operational Effectiveness: Deep understanding of procurement processes, policies, and best practices. Has the ability to develop interventions that impact business performance and ensure optimal organizational alignment.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in ERPs like D365 F&O, and implementation processes.
  • Collaborative Communication and Engagement: Excellent collaborator who communicates clearly and concisely and engages effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Diverse Stakeholder Management: Manage diverse stakeholders by addressing varied opinions and expectations, while also promoting cross-generational interaction at all levels.
  • Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Manage internal and external complexity, develop, and drive a shared understanding of the long-term vision and sustainability of the organisation.
  • Attention to Detail: Ensures thoroughness in delivering projects on time and meeting deadline.
  • Innovation: Create and facilitate an enabling environment that embraces creative thinking and continuous improvement.
  • Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility in responding to changing business needs and dynamic office environments.
  • Business Mindset: Strategically engage with stakeholders and identify opportunities that contribute to the company’s competitive advantage and long-term success.

Qualification

  • Post qualification in supply chain management, business administration, finance, economics, or related field/equivalent.
  • Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP).
  • A minimum of five to eight (5–8 years) of experience in supply chain management business analysis or a related field.
  • Experience with the deployment of ERP applications like Dynamics 365 F&O
  • Experience with supply chain driven digital transformation programs.
  • Experience in data analysis, and process improvement methodologies.
  • Strong background in partnering with the business leaders, change managers and leading strategies that create a high-performance culture.
  • Leadership and management experience.
  • Experience in large publicly listed organisations – preferably SOX compliant.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria.

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