Amplify · 1 week ago
Business Systems Analyst
Amplify is a pioneer in K–12 education, leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. The Business Systems Analyst will support the optimization of core business processes by collaborating with various operational teams to manage and improve critical business systems and processes, ensuring solutions align with company goals.
EdTechEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Work as part of the Business Systems team to partner with operational teams (e.g., Accounting, FP&A, Supply Chain, Sales) to define and prioritize the product vision and strategy for ERP and CRM functions, including order management, general ledger, financial controls, revenue recognition, budgeting, forecasting, and order fulfillment processes
Facilitate communication across departments to identify potential changes to upstream or downstream processes that impact financial transactions, demand planning, fulfillment, and reporting
Acquire requirements for sophisticated system improvements and document in the format of user stories and acceptance criteria
Review processes and procedures and provide recommendations to the operational teams and management regarding ways to optimize efficiencies
Build business workflows that support and outline the processes the business follows to perform its functions
Delegate tasks to team members, ensure all deadlines are met, and address and resolve escalated issues
Leverage various datasets to solve complex issues and drive business decisions
Perform/facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), prioritize information for Change Control meetings, and acquire vital approval for the release and deployment of system changes
Document system improvements for the end-user and deliver training sessions if needed
Troubleshoot and resolve issues relating to the configuration of the ERP and CRM systems
Collaborate with the Business Systems team to define, approve, and prioritize strategic projects; plan and implement projects by documenting requirements and conducting UAT; and offering suggestions for system or process solutions to solve business needs
Evaluate and research standard practices for department and cross-department strategic initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Technology or business-related practice
5 years of experience as a Business Analyst or related experience
Experience with operations, manufacturing and vendor management
Experience with data management concepts and workflows
Solid research, analysis, and problem-solving skills
Experience communicating technical information to non-technical teams in a concise and understandable manner
Experience working in a fast paced, team oriented environment
Experience successfully coordinating with professionals and managers/leaders internally and externally to meet timelines and requirements
Experience creating and delivering high-quality presentations on relevant topics to diverse audiences
Preferred
Experience with ERP systems (Preferably Netsuite)
Experience with one or more of the following SaaS platforms: Salesforce, Netsuite, Workday
Six Sigma, Lean, PMP or comparable certifications
Experience working with Agile Methodologies and best practices
Background in the K-12 education industry
Solid understanding of order fulfillment processes (5+ years)
Previous Supply Chain experience (including experience with demand planning, fulfillment, and reporting impact)
Master's degree in computer science or MBA
Benefits
401(k) plan
Competitive health insurance and mental health options
Basic life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Access to best-in-class development programs
Annual discretionary bonus that rewards individual and company performance
Company
Amplify
A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and formative assessment.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$215MKey Investors
Cox Enterprises
2023-05-23Series C
2021-10-26Series Unknown· $215M
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