URBN Business Systems Analyst

URBN is seeking a Business Analyst who will be the key liaison between the Information Technology Department and the merchandising teams for the Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, and Free People brands. The business analyst will be responsible for delivering end-to-end business solutions within merchandising systems using diverse accountabilities. These accountabilities include system and data analysis, reporting and data mapping, creating context and process diagrams, documenting business requirements and functional specifications, business and system use cases, creating and executing comprehensive test plans, and working with business users to document user operating instructions.

• Provide the first level of triage of complex issues, analyze options, explain the impact and partner with internal teams to work towards the best solution to the problem.
• Anticipate and identify issues that may prevent deliverables and develop and implement corrective actions.
• Help to manage and develop execution of QA test plans for enhancements and large projects
• Communicate and coordinate project activities with business, technical and IT organizations
• Assess projects and identify essential tasks; reprioritize tasks dynamically during the project; perform risk assessments; identify and evaluate alternatives
• Negotiate and persuade other groups with diverse perspectives to gain cooperation and achieve business objectives

• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems, such as Island Pacific, SAP, or Oracle
• Knowledge and experience with SQL and Analytics
• Fashion retail experience a plus
• Finance, operations or supply chain experience a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to deadlines
• Strong attention to detail with emphasis on both quality and speed
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and handle multiple competing demands

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URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.