Job Description
DP World in the UK is at the heart of Britain’s trading future, providing the right trading infrastructure, smart logistical solutions, and the benefits of freeport status to our customers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Optimisation Department for an experienced Systems Business Analyst. Our successful candidate will act as a liaison between the IT development group and business units for the development and implementation of new systems and enhancement of existing systems. You will analyse detailed business requirements and its process mappings. Prepares functional design used in development of comprehensive IT Solutions to meet customer expectations. Prepares communications and presentations on system enhancements and/or alternatives.
We are looking for an experienced Systems Business Analyst with at least 3 years practical experience working with IT Systems Analysis. You’ll ideally be from a Port or Logistics background and have experience with business analysis tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar. You’ll be an excellent communicator and natural problem solver to understand in detail the operational characteristics of the UK ports.
About the Role
Location: Southampton
Hours: Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 1 July 2024
How you will contribute
- To work closely with DP World UK departments translating business requirements into operational system solutions.
- Maintaining the Business Process Model and all its scenarios.
- Based on the Business Process Scenario’s, build the relevant test bed.
- Ensure extensive system testing prior to production.
- Assisting in setting up operational procedures and training manuals.
- To provide training to supervisors and key users to play an important role during testing and commissioning.
- To provide training to the first line support staff and operations users.
- Minimize customization for systems during the Orientation and Analysis sessions with system suppliers.
What you will bring
- Computer science degree, Business Analyst or other relevant degree within the IT function is desirable
- A proven track record in the Transportation and/or Logistical industry.
- Knowledge of the Container Terminal Business and of Terminal Operation System Software.
- Knowledge of Container Terminal Automation an advantage.
- Good knowledge of the IT systems infrastructure.
- Experience with business analysis tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar.
- Experience with Business Process Modelling.
- Experience in complex querying in SQL databases.
- Experience in Power BI or any other reporting tool.
- Experienced in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Experienced in project management and requirements analysis.
- Able to devise IT test plans and implement them including training users.
- Good team working skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Be able to use initiative and act independently.
- Excellent organisational and project management skills.
- Possess understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design.
- Contribute to the continuous business improvement process and to the meeting of business objectives.
Compensation
DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.
About DP World
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE
DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We believe that employees are happiest when they’re empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can’t wait to meet you.
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