Business Analyst

Business Analyst

Plano, TX

6+months contract

Top 3 Skills: Analytical Thinking; Attention to Detail; Organization

Summary:

The main function of a business operations specialist is to maintain vendor relationships, acting as a business analyst for non-IT projects or filling organizational roles above an administrative level, but below a management level. Other responsibilities may include maintaining all project management processes, including project goals, deadlines, metrics and budget. The business operations specialist usually reports to a project manager or director.

Job Responsibilities:

� Establish and maintain communication services across business units or from the project team to the organization.

� Maintain the storage and retrieval of all project communications data and business metrics.

� Review contracts, cost proposals and contract supplements.

� Set up project and work breakdown structures.

� Establish and document business processes.

� Track project budgets and expenditures, monitor transaction controls and costs against budgets.

Skills:

� Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.

� Ability to work independently and manage ones time.

� Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.

� Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.

� Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses.

� Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Education/Experience:

� Bachelor's degree in business management, economics, finance, human resources or relevant field required.

� 0-2 years related experience required.