IT Business Analyst

The Company
Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers' products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position
IT Business Analyst

Job Summary
Early 2018, Imerys has launched an ambitious internal digital transformation program. This program has reshaped Imerys IT landscape, encompassing 5 pillars: a set of common language and processes, a global ERP Core Model S4/Hana based, a common collaboration platform (GNOC, GSOC, unified WAN) and a common unified IT organization to enable a strategic & consistent partnership with the BAs & functions as well as simplifying and harmonizing the IT landscape. In 2021, a dedicated IT team has been set-up to accompany the growing needs of the Industrial and Sustainability Functions.

Job Purpose

• Drive digital transformation within the Sustainability Function, with a specialized focus on optimizing energy and carbon data management group-wide
• Promote and implement IT solutions that generate tangible value for our Business Areas and functions, directly contributing to our ambitious sustainability objectives
• Advocate for global IT solutions, ensuring robust data integrity across all sustainability initiatives

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid work model
• A dynamic, multicultural team with opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Access to continuous learning and development programs
• Health insurance and other benefits tailored to your needs
• Recognition as part of a Great Place to Work company culture
• The chance to work in a global environment, collaborating with colleagues from across Europe and beyond

Your Responsibilities
Solution Provider

• Focus on business value rather than solutions to develop ideas, including digital awareness, risk assessments, business continuity, and business capability requirements.
• Create solution proposals and blueprints for change requests and project requests
• Specifically explore solutions for enhanced energy efficiency monitoring, carbon footprint tracking, and sustainability reporting. Work on business requirements and testing on corresponding projects

Interface between IT and the Business

• Develop a deep knowledge of the EHS+Sustainability Functions/Business and build positive relationships.
• Educate Business Experts about IT processes, roles, and capabilities.
• Establish communication processes and channels across business functions.

Project Management and Execution

• Contribute to the functional operating and project budget, and perform accurate budgeting and forecasting across operations and projects.
• Ensure projects and initiatives progress, including consistent and effective communication. This includes escalation and avoiding risk.
• Measure and communicate business value realized on a periodic basis.

Service Management

• Contribute to the training and development options and select appropriate methodology taking into account the individual, program and business requirements.
• Coach and/or mentor individuals and teams to address development needs.
• Aid in the transition of EHS+Sustainability legacy applications to the adequate IT helpdesk team once adoption reaches critical mass
• Supervise the IT delivery and quality of services of the Domain in charge
• Participate in establishing standards, best practices and frameworks to attain short and long term goals and vision
• Aid in coordination and execution of EHS+Sustainability management system DRP tests.

Qualifications
Essential

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or a related field with strong focus on sustainability, energy, or environmental management
• 3+ years of experience facilitating the development and implementation of business initiatives and projects, based on management objectives
• Proficient in English
• Experience implementing, migrating, managing, and operating systems/applications
• Experience in data engineering, data integration platforms and databases
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Familiar with:

• Sustainability regulations (e.g. EU CSRD) and policies

• IT Infrastructure and cybersecurity principles in Industrial and IT Networks
• Industry 3.0, Industrial IT architecture & technologies
• Industry 4.0 technologies such as IIOT, Big Data analysis/cloud computing,
• Business systems such as ERP and BI
• Has previously held positions as a key contributor, facilitator, project leader, etc.

Desirable

• Experience working within a culturally diverse global company
• Conversant in French or another European language would be advantageous

• Ideally with a first experience on Energy and Carbon Accounting

• Previous experience in implementing or using Sustainability Data Management Systems (e.g. Enablon)

**W
hy Join Imerys?****
At Imerys, we believe in fostering a work environment where employees can thrive. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources needed to succeed and grow in their careers.

Position Type
Full time

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Permanent

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