GIA (Gemological Institute of America) · 5 hours ago
Senior Business Systems Analyst
Carlsbad, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $142K/yr
5+ years expGIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology, and they are seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst to manage and implement applications that support core business functions. The role involves collaborating with leadership to develop software solutions and oversee the enterprise application strategy.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Serve as a key strategic advisor, collaborating with C-suite executives, senior leaders, customers, and external stakeholders to shape and drive application strategies at an enterprise level
Spearhead the execution of a forward-looking digital transformation roadmap, ensuring alignment with overarching business objectives and industry trends
Architect and champion, a visionary business application ecosystem strategy that enhances customer experiences, optimizes employee workflows, and future-proofs enterprise operations
Provide oversight for the full product lifecycle of technology solutions, from inception to deployment, ensuring market differentiation and long-term business value
Drive organizational transformation through modernization, enterprise-wide integration, and cutting-edge technologies
Collaborate with executive leadership to shape investment strategies, define application technology priorities, and align initiatives with evolving business demands
Establish governance frameworks to ensure strategic alignment, foster innovation, and promote agility in the adoption of emerging digital solutions
Stay ahead of industry shifts, competitive landscapes, and regulatory changes, ensuring proactive adaptation and compliance
Direct enterprise-wide application strategy, overseeing cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of technology initiatives
Partner with senior stakeholders to define and prioritize high-impact digital initiatives, allocating resources effectively to meet strategic goals
Ensure operational excellence through rigorous oversight of service delivery, performance metrics, and continuous optimization of technology solutions
Oversee portfolio management and governance for enterprise application investments, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term scalability
Cultivate a culture of stakeholder satisfaction through delivery excellence, structured change management processes, and seamless technology adoption
Provide executive leadership in defining best practices, ensuring rigorous adherence to technical standards, compliance requirements, and strategic objectives
Lead enterprise-wide financial planning for technology initiatives, developing comprehensive investment roadmaps and business case justifications
Set technical vision for enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, security, and innovation in system architecture and development
Architect and optimize complex SQL data models, ensuring data integrity and high-performance analytics for strategic decision-making
Oversee development and enhancement of critical business applications, ensuring cutting-edge user experiences and operational efficiency
Serve as a key liaison between functional leaders and technology teams, translating business challenges into high-impact technical solutions
Guide proactive system performance analysis, identifying strategic improvements to ensure long-term stability and innovation
Provide executive direction for technical documentation, regulatory compliance, and knowledge management frameworks
Oversee enterprise-wide integrations, including migrations, automation, and interoperability across business application platforms
Lead technology enablement initiatives, driving digital literacy and adoption strategies across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in SQL, HTML, CSS, and basic web development principles
Experience supporting or working with Student Information Systems or similar ERP systems
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
Demonstrated experience working with and managing the execution of managed service providers (MSPs)
Proven experience with creating and managing outsourced relationships, both domestic and global
Experience in the design, implementation, and support of high impact, high company investment, and mission-critical projects in unstructured environments
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships with others, a demonstrated customer focus, teamwork skills, and a willingness to share technical and business knowledge with team members
Works with senior management to establish strategic direction, operating policies, and to aid in major project planning
A demonstrated ability to implement processes and standards, and effectively communicate those across a technology organization
Excellent command of the English language (spoken and written)
Impeccable communication skills, written, verbal, and formal presentations
Strong leadership presence. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to articulate and rally teams around a vision
Takes accountability for high-quality deliverables and works relentlessly until the targets are beaten
Constantly evaluating new technology solutions, engaging with vendors and partners to find leading-edge solutions to be implemented
Some travel outside of Carlsbad, CA may be necessary to support global teams
Preferred
Master's degree
5-7 years of progressive experience in IT leadership roles, with a focus on high-tech environments
Experience with student information systems like Jenzabar, Blackboard or Salesforce
Familiarity with JavaScript, APIs, or server-side scripting languages (e.g., PHP, ASP.NET)
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans
Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits
Company
GIA (Gemological Institute of America)
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But quality is a matter of science.
1001-5000 employees
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