Job Description:
Position
Summary:
A senior techno-functional analyst bridges the gap between business needs and technical solutions, translating high-level requirements into detailed specifications for IT projects. This role demands a unique combination of business acumen and technical expertise to define, guide, and implement effective reporting and BI solutions across diverse business areas, such as sales, purchasing, manufacturing, finance and more.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong grasp of reporting and BI-related technologies, demonstrate the ability to execute moderate to complex data queries, and thrive in a collaborative environment, engaging stakeholders at all organizational levels. Key responsibilities include analyzing business requirements, integrating, testing, delivering and supporting robust Business Intelligence/Data Warehouse solutions, and identifying opportunities to leverage data for improved decision-making and enhanced business performance.
Key
Responsibilities:
Partner with business leaders to understand strategic goals, pain points and process gaps
Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to understand business requirements and act as a trusted advisor, presenting solution options, trade-offs and feasibility assignments
Translate the business needs into clear, testable functional specifications and technical requirements
Drive end-to-end solutioning from discovery through delivery support
Leading or participating in projects, managing tasks, timelines, and deliverables, status reporting and ensuring projects stay on track (scope, cost and schedule)
Work closely with developers, architects and other members of the DevOps organization to ensure solution alignment
Analyzing existing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and developing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Participating in system testing, ensuring the solution meets business requirements, and supporting the implementation process
Execute complex queries and adhoc BI reports to analyze source data and validate reporting accuracy and consistency
Creating and maintaining documentation, developing training materials, and providing user training to ensure effective solution adoption
Providing strategic input on IT initiatives and contributing to the overall technology roadmap
Document lessons learned throughout the implementation process to aid future planning and execution
Lead /Support rapid prototyping and iterative design for reporting and analytical initiatives
Leverage AI tools for documentation acceleration, US ideation and solution exploration
Essential Skills:
Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize client needs and work independently and proactively with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders
Must possess a positive attitude, strong work ethic and focus on solutions
Must be a Team player, capable of working in a fast-paced, distributed team environment with multiple and/or remote teams
Proven ability to identify and resolve requirement gaps by working with project management team and business SME's/executives
Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
Ability to manage projects, timelines, and resources effectively
Education
and Experience:
Bachelor’s
Degree
(
or equivalent),
in E
ngineering or information technology related field
Minimum of
8-
10 years
in
IT
, Business
Intelligence (BI), or Data
Warehouse
roles; prior experience as a BI Analyst or Data Analyst is preferred
Experience
in
a manufacturing
business
environment,
preferably in the
automotive
industry,
is a
plus
Proficiency with data visualization and Business Intelligence (BI) tools like Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView. SAP Analytics cloud experience will be a big plus
Exposure working in a landscape with SAP products including SAP BI tools is preferred
Must have an extensive knowledge of data warehouse and datamart concepts
Experience developing adhoc reports and performing complex data analysis within BI tools
Strong Knowledge of SharePoint or comparable collaboration platforms, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Experience in creating technical and business documents, developing training materials and conducting end-user training
Demonstrable experience in business process mapping and optimization
Certifications in relevant areas like CBAP, PMI-PBA is preferred
Position Type:
Regular
Additional Locations:
Additional Information:
Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [email protected] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.
Remote Status:
Remote