Business Analyst

Business AnalystConsolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc. is seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Business Analyst in our Irving, TX Service Center to be part of the Internal Products development team. Together with product owners, field liaisons, and business stakeholders, the Business Analyst will drive user value to line-of-business applications as part of a continual digital transformation.Reports to: Director, Internal Product OperationsMinimum Qualifications:Wholesale distribution and/or sales and accounting knowledge is mandatoryBachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience5+ years in similar role3+ years experience eliciting and writing user storiesStrong understanding of Scrum framework, with history of working in high-performing, self-organized and collaborative Scrum teamsProven ability to understand and create process flow diagrams, wireframes and other visual artifactsUse of ALM and collaboration tools such as Azure DevOps, Confluence, Jira, Rally, etc.Proficient with MS Windows, Office, Project, and Visio (or similar flowchart/diagramming tool)Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to conduct independent researchAbility to self-teach and learn via on-the-job trainingPreferred Qualifications:Scrum certification (CSM, CSPO, CSP, or similar) preferredBusiness analysis certification preferredExcellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detailResults orientedCollaborativeFacilitativeSituationally awareEnthusiasticContinually improvingTransparentQuick learner with ability to grasp concepts of new applicationsRecognizes and rapidly solves problemsConnects big picture to specific implementation tasks and activitiesDraws out information from others effectivelyWorking Conditions:This job operates in a professional office environment and extensively uses computer equipment.Supervisory Responsibilities: NoEssential Job Functions:Analyze broadly defined ideas from Product Owner and help decompose them into epics/featuresChampion product improvements from concept through implementation into ongoing maintenanceElicit and write user stories that are clear, concise and that articulate user valueFacilitate and assist with backlog refinement activities as needed by the Product OwnerIdentify and help rationalize potential integration needs of related applicationsParticipate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews and retrospectivesEngage with business users alongside Product Owner and team members to gather feedbackAssist with input and review of training content and release notes as neededProvide input to test planning, and to pre- and post-release bug troubleshootingCED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | VeteranOther Compensation:The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:Profit Sharing Benefits: Benefits available for this position are:Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positionsDisability InsuranceLife Insurance401(k)Paid Sick LeavePaid HolidaysPaid VacationHealth Savings Account (HSA) and matchingDependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)TeledocPaid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave Consolidated Electrical Distributors