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Job Summary
GIBSON ELECTRIC CO., INC.
Position :
IT Business Systems Analyst
FLSA: Exempt
Company:
Gibson
Location: Downers Grove, IL
Department:
Administration
Reports to:
Information Technology Director
General Summary
The IT Business Systems Analyst is responsible for driving continuous improvement across the company's business systems, processes, and technology stack. This role owns the functional performance of core business systems, including ERP and related applications and focuses on optimization, automation, and alignment with business objectives.
The position introduces dedicated capacity for improvement initiatives by translating business needs into system enhancements, leading upgrades and automation efforts, and ensuring systems are documented, scalable, and effectively utilized.
Purpose of the Role
This role exists to proactively improve how the business operates through technology, reducing manual effort, increasing system adoption, and ensuring business systems evolve alongside organizational needs.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Note: other duties may be assigned.
Business Systems Ownership
Serve as the functional owner for business systems, including the Vista platform and supporting applications within the company's technology stack.
Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, IT infrastructure resources, and external vendors related to system functionality and enhancements.
Ensure systems are configured and utilized to support efficient, consistent business processes.
Process Improvement & Optimization
Analyze existing business processes to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Partner with business units to redesign workflows and implement process improvements using system capabilities and best practices.
Measure and document the impact of improvements on efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Automation & Workflow Development
Design and build automation workflows to reduce manual tasks and streamline business operations.
Leverage available platforms and tools (e.g., workflow engines, low-code solutions, integrations) to implement practical automation solutions.
Maintain and enhance existing automations as business needs evolve.
System Enhancements & Upgrades
Lead planning and execution of system upgrades, enhancements, and new feature rollouts.
Coordinate testing, validation, and deployment activities to ensure minimal business disruption.
Manage system changes through structured change management and communication practices.
Technology Evaluation & Strategic Input
Research and evaluate industry-level technologies, tools, and trends relevant to business systems and operations.
Provide recommendations for system improvements, new solutions, or integrations based on business value and return on investment.
Support IT leadership with analysis and input for technology roadmaps and improvement initiatives.
Documentation & Standardization
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and system usage guides.
Ensure documentation remains current and accessible to support consistency and knowledge transfer.
Promote standardization of processes and system usage across departments.
Role Alignment and Responsibility
This role is improvement-focused, not operational support. The IT Business Systems Analyst:
Owns system functionality and process optimization
Drives automation and enhancement initiatives
Leads upgrades and continuous improvement efforts
The role does not provide routine end-user support or manage infrastructure, except as needed to support system improvement initiatives and coordination.
Job Specifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 4-6 years of experience working with enterprise business systems, ERP platforms, or business process improvement initiatives.
Technical & Analytical Skills
Strong experience working with ERP systems and integrated business applications.
Experience designing or supporting automation and workflow solutions.
Ability to analyze business processes and translate requirements into system improvements.
Proficiency with documentation tools and structured process modeling.
Professional Skills
Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Organized, detail-oriented, and methodical approach to improvement initiatives.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Accountability and Measurement
Effectiveness and adoption of system improvements and enhancements
Reduction of manual processes through automation
Quality and accuracy of documentation and SOPs
Timely delivery of system upgrades and improvement initiatives
Alignment of business systems with organizational objectives
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or computer keyboards. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to regularly commute to site locations. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
As a leading provider of electrical construction, service, and maintenance, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Compensation Range: $95K - $110K based on qualifications and experience
Other Compensation: This position is bonus eligible
Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.
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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Job Locations US-IL-Downers Grove
ID 2026-50275
Company Gibson Electric Co., Inc.
Category Information Technology
Position Type Full-Time
Location Type Onsite
Posted Date 11 hours ago (6/1/2026 3:34 PM)
