Description
Role Description:
The Specialist IS Bus Sys Analyst, Anaplan will bridge business analysis and platform development responsibilities, playing a critical role in translating business requirements into functional Anaplan models. Operating within a DevOps environment, this role encompasses user story creation, test case design, hands-on model building, and the development of Proof of Concepts (POCs) for scalable, high-quality solutions. You will collaborate with Product Teams and developers to maintain an efficient and consistent process, ensuring quality deliverables from the team.
Roles & Responsibilities:
+ Collaborate with Product Teams and System Architects to understand business strategy, needs, and pain points.
+ Convert Epics into Features and granular User Stories with clear Acceptance Criteria and Definition of Done.
+ Translate user stories into functional Anaplan model designs, ensuring alignment with best practices and Amgen architectural standards.
+ Develop and maintain Anaplan modules, dashboards, and integrations.
+ Create and validate proof-of-concepts (POCs) to test assumptions, validate solutions, or propose new features.
+ Maintain up-to-date documentation of Anaplan model architecture, business logic, data integrations, and process configurations.
+ Produce end-user guides, functional specs, and technical documentation to support user enablement and change management.
+ Conduct impactful demos of Anaplan features internally to Product Teams and stakeholders.
+ Identify opportunities to improve existing Anaplan models and processes.
+ Stay current with Anaplan releases, features, and community best practices; proactively recommend enhancements.
+ Support the scaling of Anaplan across business units through templated solutions and reusable components.
Basic Qualifications and Experience:
**[GCF Level 5A]**
+ Doctorate Degree OR
+ Master’s degree with 4 – 6 years of experience in Life Science/Biotechnology/Pharmacology/Information Systems experience OR
+ Bachelor’s degree with 6 – 8 years of experience in Life Science/Biotechnology/Pharmacology/Information Systems experience OR
+ Diploma with 10 – 12 years of experience in Life Science/Biotechnology/Pharmacology/Information Systems experience
Functional Skills:
**Must-Have Skills** **:**
+ 4+ years experience with any planning software systems i.e.; Anaplan, Hyperion, IBM TM1, IBM EP
+ Programming experience in at least one modern language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, R, etc.) for scripting, data transformation, or integration.
+ Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex challenges with technology
+ Experience with writing user requirements and acceptance criteria in agile project management systems such as JIRA
**Good-to-Have Skills:**
+ Experience in managing product features for PI planning and developing product roadmaps and user journeys
+ Familiarity with low-code, no-code test automation software
+ Able to communicate technical or complex subject matters in business terms
+ Experience in Agile/Scrum and DevOps environments.
Professional Certifications:
+ Anaplan Certified Solution Architect (required)
+ Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, etc.) (preferred)
+ Databricks certifications (Data Engineer Professional) (preferred)
Soft Skills:
+ Able to work under minimal supervision
+ Excellent analytical and gap/fit assessment skills
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
+ High degree of initiative and self-motivation
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
+ Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
+ Strong presentation and public speaking skills
