Business Analyst

We are seeking a highly experienced Business Analyst (BA) with a strong background in Retail and/or Supply Chain domains. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of business processes, and the ability to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions. This role demands strong stakeholder management and the ability to build credibility and trust within client teams. Job Title: Senior Business Analyst – Retail/Supply Chain Location: Nottingham Duration: 3 Months Contract Type: Contract Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with business stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document requirements, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. • Understand the complexities of Retail/Supply Chain processes and identify gaps between current state (‘as-is’) and future state (‘to-be’). • Challenge initial requirements and uncover true business needs through effective questioning and relationship building. • Facilitate workshops, interviews, and discussions to gather detailed functional and non-functional requirements. • Work closely with technical teams to ensure requirements are clearly understood and implemented effectively. • Support solution design, testing, and implementation, ensuring business objectives are met. • Maintain comprehensive documentation including BRDs, FRDs, process flows, and user stories. Required Skills & Experience • 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, with proven expertise in Retail and/or Supply Chain domains. • Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes in retail operations, inventory management, logistics, and supply chain planning. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate. • Proficiency in requirements gathering techniques, process modeling, and documentation standards. • Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and supply chain tools. • Knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools. • Professional certifications such as CBAP, PMP, or Agile BA are a plus.