Business Analyst at Dorman Long Engineering Limited (DLE)

Job Title: Business Analyst

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities
Strategic Analysis and Reporting:

• Conduct comprehensive analysis of business processes, market trends, and financial performance.
• Develop and present detailed reports and strategic recommendations to the GM,Operations.
• Prepare dashboards and KPIs to monitor business performance and support data-driven decision-making.
• Collect, analyse and interpret large data sets to identify trend, patterns and insights that inform business strategy.

Project Management:

• Coordinate and manage projects as assigned by the GM,Operations.
• Lead cross-functional projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and achieving strategic goals.
• Develop project plans, set milestones, and ensure timely delivery of project outcomes.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and propose solutions.
• Ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Financial Modeling and Budgeting:

• Create financial models to forecast business scenarios and evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analyses.

Market Research and Competitive Analysis:

• Conduct market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics.
• Analyse competitive positioning and recommend strategies to enhance market share and profitability.

Process Improvement and Risk Management:

• Identify areas for process improvement within the organization.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
• Identify potential risks to business operations and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Monitor and report on risk management activities to ensure compliance with company policies.

Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between the GM,Operations and other departments, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Prepare presentations, speeches, and technical documents for the GM,Operations.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, including drafting agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.

Administrative Support:

• Manage the GM,Operations’s schedule, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ensure follow-up on action items from meetings.
• Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.

Job Specifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering or relevant field;
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) and Project Management is required.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in business analysis.
• Familiarity with the engineering industry and its trends.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (SQL, Excel, Tableau, Power BI) and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Solid understanding of financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Proficient in Lean methodologies
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in using engineering software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB, SolidWorks) is an added advantage.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is no 10th December, 2024. Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated Resume to: [email protected]  using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Official Job Website: https://www.dormanlongeng.com/