Business Analyst (VCM)

We are recruiting a Business Analyst to support a high-impact Value Chain Transformation programme for one of our key clients. The role focuses on developing business cases, defining a future-state operating model, and supporting strategic digital and process-led improvements across multiple value streams. This is a unique opportunity to shape transformation outcomes that enhance internal efficiency, supplier collaboration, and customer satisfaction while delivering measurable financial benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Target Operating Model (TOM) Design & Solution Alignment:

• Design a comprehensive Target Operating Model for Value Chain functions, outlining the key capabilities, integrations, and user interactions required to support a digitally enabled future state.
• Ensure the model reflects interoperable value streams and technologies that deliver operational effectiveness and business value.

Business Case Development & Documentation:

• Develop and update detailed business cases for specific workstreams and solution areas within the transformation programme.
• Produce supporting documentation that links directly to strategic business objectives and provides a strong evidence base for decision-making.

Requirements Gathering & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage stakeholders and end-users across business units and geographic locations to gather and refine business needs.
• Translate these needs into clear, actionable requirements that inform technology and process changes.

Process Analysis & Value Stream Mapping:

• Review current business processes and assess proposed changes against programme objectives.
• Conduct value stream mapping to visualise and optimise end-to-end flows across contract lifecycle, supply planning, and collaborative operations.

Data-Driven Insight & Solution Evaluation:

• Use data and analysis to support the case for change and evaluate the effectiveness of current and potential solutions.
• Carry out option analysis and provide recommendations to guide investment decisions for various transformation workstreams.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Liaise regularly with the Programme Manager, digital solutions team, and external partners to align efforts and share updates.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistency across business cases, technical solutions, and transformation objectives.

User-Centric Design:

• Profile user groups and develop user stories that represent their needs and support solution development.
• Ensure the voice of the user is embedded throughout the change lifecycle.

Contract Details

Start: ASAP

Initial Term: Through to end of 2025, with strong extension potential into 2026

Location: Remote-first, with occasional travel required

IR35: Outside IR35