Senior IT Business Analyst (Milwaukee Site)

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Job Description

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Senior IT Business Analyst at our Milwaukee site and be part of an exceptionally innovative team! This role is crucial in bridging manufacturing operations, IT, and business collaborators to successfully implement world-class system requirements. You will play a pivotal role in improving our ERP systems and automation tools, ensuring flawless operational efficiency and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with site manufacturing and operations teams to gather and analyze business requirements.
• Lead the implementation and improvement of ERP modules related to production, inventory, and quality.
• Support automation tools and data analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI) for reporting and process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to find opportunities for operational efficiency and digital transformation.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and work with developers or vendors for delivery.
• Conduct system testing, training, and documentation for users.
• Apply project management methodologies to manage initiatives from conception to completion.
• Support change management activities to ensure smooth adoption of new tools and processes.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for site-level business systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Experience with automation tools, data visualization, and Power BI.
• Proven ability to detail business processes and translate them into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaborator management skills.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or process improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management practices (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Life Sciences, Pharma, or Industrial Manufacturing environments.
• Certification in CBAP, PMP, or Agile methodologies.
• Exposure to MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) or automation technologies (e.g., PLC integration), or equivalent experience.

Working Conditions

• The role is on-site at the Milwaukee manufacturing facility.
• May require occasional travel to other Thermo Fisher sites for project coordination.