Skillhouse Internal Career Opportunity
Business Analyst
Position Title:
Business Analyst
Employment Type:
Permanent
Working Hours:
English Level - High Intermediate (TOEIC 730), Japanese Level - Advanced (JLPT Level 1)
Salary
Description
A major Canadian automotive parts manufacturer is seeking a Business Analyst (BA) to serve as a key link between business functions and IT.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a key liaison between business functions and IT across the organization
- Drive engagement and collaboration with business stakeholders
- Identify, gather, and structure business requirements
- Support the migration project from Oracle JDE to SAP
- Work closely with various business functions, including Engineering, to understand business challenges, clarify requirements, and coordinate effective IT solutions with local and global teams
- Help transform the IT organization from a support-driven model into a more business-aligned and partnership-oriented function
- Collaborate closely with local stakeholders and global IT teams to ensure the successful delivery of business-critical initiatives
Required Skills:
- 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or in an equivalent business-facing role
- 10+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years in a multinational corporate environment
- Strong experience in stakeholder engagement and requirements gathering
- Experience working on global IT projects or cross-border collaboration initiatives
- Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English, with fluency or native-level proficiency in at least one of the two languages
- Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment
- Basic knowledge of SQL to support data extraction, analysis, and reporting; developer-level expertise is not required
- Knowledge of IT governance and IT General Controls (ITGC)
Why should I apply:
- Global Career Opportunities: Gain valuable experience in a global organization operating in over 30 countries, collaborating with international teams and stakeholders across multiple locations
- Exposure to Advanced Automotive Technologies: Contribute to the development and delivery of advanced technologies, including Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), supporting the future of mobility
- Flexible Working Arrangements and Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid working model and a range of benefits, including a defined contribution (DC) pension plan and commuting allowance, in a supportive environment that enables long-term career development
Company Details:
One of the world’s largest automotive suppliers headquartered in Canada. The company focuses on developing and delivering advanced automotive technologies, including Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), to support next-generation mobility. As part of a global network operating in over 30 countries, it collaborates closely with international teams and customers. The company is committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions to the automotive industry.
Working Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, with a 1-hour break (Monday to Friday)
Work Style: Hybrid (generally 4 days in the office and 1 day remote per week)
Holidays: Saturdays and Sundays (Note: Public holidays are working days; in return, there are extended holidays during summer, year-end/New Year, and Golden Week.)
Benefits: Social insurance, Defined contribution (DC) pension plan, Commuting allowance (up to JPY 20,000/month), Test reimbursement system, etc.
