Business/Systems Analyst Job Details | MIT Lincoln Laboratory

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a research and development center that focuses on advanced technology solutions. They are seeking a Business/Systems Analyst to enhance efficiencies in Procurement, Data Management, and Business Processes while collaborating with IT and Finance departments. The role involves designing solutions, developing business intelligence, and leading projects to improve operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build and implement standardized business processes, interfacing with Laboratory IT Staff and various Laboratory stakeholders as required
• Develop and enhance business intelligence required to drive Procurement and Materials Management functions and support the overall acquisition strategy for the Contracting Services Department
• Communicate new policies and procedures impacting the department and Laboratory
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of e-Procurement systems
• Analyzing and improving the Laboratory’s current business management/analytics practices, policies and procedures
• Documenting business needs, analyzing current system capabilities and identifying gaps between business needs and existing functionality; design and document solutions as needed
• Design and execution of standard queries and ad-hoc reports necessary in support of assigned analyses and projects
• Opportunities for database/dashboard development and coding automation
• Automating processes with AI, macros, power queries, and other tools

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related field
• 0-3 years of experience working in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Materials & Inventory Control, or Business Analytics & Design (or a combination thereof)
• Strong analytical/computer skills – a demonstrated skill set with Excel, MS Office, AI LLMs, data visualization software (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
• Exposure to basic programming/scripting (Excel macros, simple web design, JavaScript for forms, etc)
• Good problem solving, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills with attention to detail – ability to monitor and manage ServiceNow requests is necessary in this role
• Familiarity with SAP, S/4HANA, SRM or comparable ERP systems
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment along with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously is a key factor to success within this position
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance is required
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus for this role
• ISM/APICS/PMI similar certification is highly desirable for this opportunity