Systems Applications Business Analyst

Quanex is looking for a Systems Applications Business Analyst in St. Cloud or Mounds View, Minnesota

Systems Applications Business Analyst gathers business requirements, conducts needs assessments and process-mappings, and develops functional specifications and assists with technical specifications to ensure that developed information technology solutions support business objectives. Serves as a liaison between development teams and the internal/external customer or end user. Follows an established requirements gathering process to identify requirements. Lead business application projects and communicate requirements to the development teams using specifications, statements of work, project plans, or other forms of documentation. Coordinates with developers, quality assurance teams, and users to test processes and ensure functionality and user acceptance. May develop user documentation or training materials. As a high-level specialist, provides ongoing advanced application support to business end-users.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Quanex will not provide sponsorship for this position. Candidates must also be local to Minnesota, as relocation will not be offered for this position. 

We Offer You! 

• Competitive Salary
• 401K Match w/ 2-year vesting period
• Bonus Potential
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Various Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness/Fitness Resources
• Training/Development
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What’s attractive about the Systems Applications Business Analyst position? 

• Be a key decision-maker influencing business systems and technology strategy
• Lead meaningful, high-visibility projects that drive real business impact
• Partner directly with leaders across the organization
• Blend strategy, innovation, and hands-on problem solving
• Build expertise in enterprise systems (ERP, integrations, analytics)
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to shape and improve end-to-end business processes
• Strong growth potential in both leadership and technical career path

What Success Looks Like: 

• Act as a trusted advisor, effectively aligning business needs with IT solutions across all levels of the organization
• Deliver complex application and ERP projects on time and within budget while meeting all business requirements
• Translate business processes into scalable, efficient system solutions with clear, actionable specifications
• Drive measurable process improvements that increase operational efficiency and support business growth
• Ensure all applications, integrations, and systems are optimized, reliable, and aligned with strategic goals
• Lead successful implementations, configurations, and upgrades with strong change management and minimal disruption
• Establish high user adoption through impactful training, responsive support, and continuous engagement
• Proactively identify risks, system gaps, and improvement opportunities, and deliver forward-thinking, value-driven solutions

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (master’s or certifications a plus)
• 8+ years of overall IT experience, including hands-on applications and systems work
• Proven experience (4+ years) in applications roles, including Business Applications or ERP Systems analysis
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering successful IT projects
• Deep functional knowledge of ERP systems, especially in manufacturing and/or financial modules
• Experience with ERP configuration and optimization (NetSuite, E21, or similar systems preferred)
• Solid understanding of manufacturing, supply chain, and inventory management processes
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

The salary range for this position is $92K-$112K with the potential to earn an annual bonus.

 About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.

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