Urban Outfitters

Philadelphia, PA, 19133, USA

Tracking Code 3470 Job Description Business Analyst - Supply Chain Systems Reports to:
Manager - Supply Chain Systems Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, off hours support as scheduled or required. Some domestic travel required. Position Summary:
This business analyst is accountable for all activities related to supporting and enhancing the supply chain systems for the Anthropologie, urban and Free People brands. Manages all aspects of analysis, design, development, installation and implementation of any enhancements. Monitors and reports on the status of project efforts. Anticipates and identifies issues that may negatively impact business and develops and implements corrective actions. Ensures that the application meets current and future business needs. This candidate must be aware of relevant business and related technology industry trends. Key Areas of Responsibility:
* Acts as an authority and subject matter expert on supply chain systems and DC operations * Develops project plans including budgets, resource allocation, timeframes and success criteria * Manages all aspects of analysis, design, development, installation and implementation of Manhattan's WMS * Communicates and coordinates activities with business, technical and IT service organizations * Assesses projects and identifies essential tasks; reprioritizes tasks dynamically during the project; performs risk assessments; identifies and evaluates alternatives * Negotiates and persuades other groups with diverse perspectives to gain cooperation and achieve maximum leverage of applications/development * Works with vendors on urban Outfitters related issues and requirements * Represents Urban Outfitters Inc. in external meetings Key Competencies:
Influencing and Negotiating:
Promotes ideas and proposals persuasively; able to work through conflicts to negotiate win/win solutions that benefit Urban Outfitters Inc.; shapes stakeholder opinions effectively; projects a positive image of the organization. Provides strategic though leadership. Can drive or participate in act-based negotiations with vendors for product and service delivery. Team Building:
Able to build, lead and participate in a matrix project organization. Foster teamwork at all levels of the organization. Leads and encourages change adoption. Visionary Thinking:
Has/establishes clear vision for the business of operation; maintains long-term view; able to forsee obstacles and opportunities and generate breakthrough ideas. Seasoned Judgement:
Makes timely, tough decisions taking all critical information into account; able to grasp specifics of an ambiguous situation yet keep the larger picture in focus. Communications:
Superior verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Drive Execution:
Ensures the assignment of authority and accountability. Integrates efforts across units and functions; provides leadership to overcome barriers and achieve results through individual and team efforts. Empowering Others:
Creates and environment that fosters personal investment and excellence; cultures other's commitment to a common vision and shared values; provides opportunities for growth and achievement; facilitate collaboration and teamwork. Calm Under Pressure:
Ability to think clearly; managing escalations both internally and with vendors, and foster teamwork in the resolution of complex business-impacting problems. High-Impact Dialog:
Delivers messages clearly, convincingly and in a well-organized manner; able to vary communications style for multiple audiences; projects credibility and poise; translates complex concepts and ideas into understandable terms. Important Prior Experience:
* 3-5 years experience with Manhattan's WM/PkMS system or similar * Knowledge of project management processes * Knowledge of iSeries, including query, SQL and OS commands * Detailed knowledge of logistic operations * Knowledge of MarkMagic a plus * Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, MS Project and Powerpoint) - required * Bachelor degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience * Demonstrated ability for:
* Driving execution and successfully delivering project delivery results * Setting long-term priorities while achieving short-term goals * Ensuring that business soltuions are delivered with no negative impacts * Supporting multiple projects simultaneously Job Location Philadelphia, PA, US. Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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