Flowserve
IT Business Analyst - Enterprise Applications & Business Solutions
Flowserve, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.
Company Overview:
If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what youre searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserves position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!
Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst to join our IT Business Partner Team within a global manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will serve as a critical liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that IT solutions align with business objectives and deliver tangible value. This role requires a strong combination of analytical, communication, and project leadership skills, as well as hands-on experience with ERP or CPQ systems and data visualization tools.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a strategic partner to business units, translating business needs into clear IT requirements and actionable initiatives.
Lead or manage small to medium-sized IT projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
Conduct thorough analysis and documentation of complex business processes to identify improvement opportunities and technology solutions.
Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business-friendly language.
Prepare and deliver presentations to leadership and cross-functional teams to support project proposals, updates, and decision-making.
Utilize data analysis tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and SAP BusinessObjects (BOBJ) to extract insights, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement.
Advocate for and influence business process changes and IT adoption across departments.
Maintain strong organizational practices to track deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
Requirements: Bachelors degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 810 years of total relevant experience.
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with ERP applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) or a major CPQ application (e.g., Salesforce CPQ, Apttus).
Proven experience leading or managing small-scale IT projects or initiatives.
Strong ability to present and communicate effectively with executive and business leadership teams.
Skilled at interpreting and explaining technical information in a business context.
Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools: Power BI, Tableau, BOBJ.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
We are currently unable to sponsor or support visa applications.
Preferred Experience/Skills: Experience with IT infrastructure projects or platforms.
Exposure to or experience with web development technologies and principles.
Experience working in a global or manufacturing environment is a plus.
Benefits Starting from Day 1: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options).
Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance.
Short and Long Term Disability.
Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources.
Educational Assistance Program.
Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation).
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Req ID
: R-15741 Job Family Group
: Information Technology Job Family
: IT Business Analysis EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers.com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to employment@flowserve.com. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Lead or manage small to medium-sized IT projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
Conduct thorough analysis and documentation of complex business processes to identify improvement opportunities and technology solutions.
Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business-friendly language.
Prepare and deliver presentations to leadership and cross-functional teams to support project proposals, updates, and decision-making.
Utilize data analysis tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and SAP BusinessObjects (BOBJ) to extract insights, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement.
Advocate for and influence business process changes and IT adoption across departments.
Maintain strong organizational practices to track deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
Requirements: Bachelors degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 810 years of total relevant experience.
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with ERP applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) or a major CPQ application (e.g., Salesforce CPQ, Apttus).
Proven experience leading or managing small-scale IT projects or initiatives.
Strong ability to present and communicate effectively with executive and business leadership teams.
Skilled at interpreting and explaining technical information in a business context.
Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools: Power BI, Tableau, BOBJ.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
We are currently unable to sponsor or support visa applications.
Preferred Experience/Skills: Experience with IT infrastructure projects or platforms.
Exposure to or experience with web development technologies and principles.
Experience working in a global or manufacturing environment is a plus.
Benefits Starting from Day 1: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options).
Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance.
Short and Long Term Disability.
Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources.
Educational Assistance Program.
Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation).
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Req ID
: R-15741 Job Family Group
: Information Technology Job Family
: IT Business Analysis EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers.com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to employment@flowserve.com. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process. #J-18808-Ljbffr