Business Analyst
60000 Annual
Position Why this Role Exists: QBS Software is scaling rapidly across EMEA through organic growth and acquisition. As we continue to unify systems, standardise processes, and evolve into a technology-led organisation, we are looking for a commercially minded Business Analyst to play a central role in shaping how our business operates. Reporting to the PMO Manager, you will lead business requirements definition and process design across the Group s systems landscape. While a significant focus will sit across Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales, Business Central and the wider Microsoft ecosystem, this role extends beyond core ERP/CRM platforms. You will also support Group IT initiatives across People & Culture, Commercial, Operations, Finance and Software Development functions. This is not a passive documentation role. You will drive clarity, challenge complexity, and ensure solutions are aligned to QBS s target operating model and growth strategy. As the Business Analyst at our Alderley Edge Offices you'll be responsible for the following: Lead Business Requirements & Process Design
- Facilitate structured discovery workshops across multiple business functions.
- Define and document clear, scalable requirements (BRDs, user stories, process maps, gap analyses).
- Accountable for leading As-is and To-Be process analysis that translates into clear, prioritised business and system requirements that enables operational continuity, business readiness, controlled system roll outs across the group.
- Translate commercial, operational, and people-related needs into system-enabled solutions.
- Drive alignment toward Group-standard processes across regions.
- Act as the business lead across Dynamics 365 Sales, Business Central and integrated platforms.
- Support system enhancements and optimisation across the Microsoft Power Platform.
- Partner with Group IT to define and deliver requirements for internal systems supporting:
- People & Culture
- Commercial & Sales
- Operational fulfilment
- Finance
- Software Development environments
- Ensure strong cross-system data integrity and process alignment.
- Support M&A integrations by analysing acquired business processes and defining migration requirements.
- Conduct system impact assessments and support data transition planning.
- Work alongside Group IT and PMO to ensure business readiness for system rollouts.
- Lead business-side UAT coordination and solution validation.
- Identify inefficiencies and drive automation or simplification opportunities.
- Maintain traceable requirements documentation aligned to PMO governance standards.
- Act as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring mutual clarity and accountability.
- At least 5-8 years proven experience as a Business Analyst within a systems-driven organisation.
- Strong exposure to ERP and/or CRM platforms (Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or Business Central desirable).
- Experience supporting cross-functional system initiatives beyond Finance (HR, Commercial, Operations, IT).
- Demonstrable experience leading workshops and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes (Order-to-Cash, Forecasting, Reporting, Data Governance).
- Experience supporting system implementations, rollouts, or integrations.
- Excellent analytical, documentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Collaborate with the PMO to define and operate a robust Business Analyst framework, ensuring consistency, quality, and repeatability.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, acquisition-driven, multi-entity environment.
- Confidence in constructively challenging inefficient and fragmented processes, with a clear focus on increasing productivity, operational efficiencies and reducing business and operational risk.
- Travel to QBS locations on an as-needed basis to support role responsibilities.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI, Power Apps).
- Exposure to M&A integrations or system consolidation.
- Understanding of API/integration concepts (REST, middleware platforms such as Boomi).
- Experience working within a structured PMO environment.
- Lean / continuous improvement mindset.
- Exposure to software distribution or reseller business models.
- £60,000 per annum
- KPI quarterly bonus scheme
- Excellent contributory pension scheme
- Healthcare scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Cover
- Online retail discounts
- Full training and development programme
- Mentoring opportunities
- Opportunities for promotion and career progression