Lead Business System Analyst

Lead Business System Analyst

We are seeking a proactive and independent IT Supply Chain Systems Analyst to support our Columbus Distribution Center. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring seamless integration performance of PKMS and WCS systems, driving operational efficiency supporting automation initiatives. This position requires deep functional expertise in key areas including distribution and logistics network optimization, transportation and warehouse sourcing, and hands-on experience with logistic operations. The analyst will also be instrumental in guaranteeing continuous improvement across processes by analyzing recurring issues, troubleshooting root causes, and proposing enhancements to both systems and workflows.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide first-level support and ensure business continuity for PKMS and WCS systems within the distribution center
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify system optimization opportunities implement automation projects
• Lead and support local engineering initiatives related to PKMS systems logistics automation
• Play a key role in driving continuous improvement by analyzing recurring issues, troubleshooting root causes, and proposing enhancements to both systems and operational processes
• Develop detailed functional documentation and process flows to support system enhancements, new implementations
• Facilitate collaboration between business stakeholders and technical teams to define solutions, drive successful outcomes
• Guide business teams through User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring solutions meet operational needs
• Act as a liaison between IT and operations to translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all technical PKMS system aspects of processes related to logistics distribution, warehouse operations, transportation and automation and acts as the reference person for the logistic operations
• Support IT related topics "IP Address-WMS IT issues"
• Provide analytical and system support for the development and implementation
• Regularly analyze data to ensure that KPIs are met to develop and lead new processes
• Develop quantitative analysis, operational and customer solutions through collaboration with internal and external organizations. Use analytical reports to influence senior leadership into facilitating changes

Basic Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 7+ years Information Systems/Business experience
• Experience with ERP (Oracle/SAP), PKMS, Manh iSeries LM and WCS in a Logistic environment
• Strong Analytical skills (SQL, DB management)
• Experience with databases, ability to create, execute, and understand SQL queries to assist in data research
• Critical thinking to identify opportunities with existing and new business processes
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes
• Strong voice of reason and knows challenge the status quo
• Experience with collecting requirements and implementation details
• Experience writing business requirements, functional specifications, wireframes, visual designs, testing
• Clear and practical understanding and experience integrating technical services

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of PKMS functional experience on AS400 Oracle ERP integration
• WMS environment is integrated with WCS logistic automation
• Experience utilizing requirements, best practices, standards in fashion industry

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

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