What to Expect

The Business Systems team is responsible for the implementation, support, and continuous improvement of business processes and systems, with a focus on enterprise resource planning and manufacturing operations management. The Business Systems Analyst works collaboratively across functions, systems and business areas to ensure digital solutions are fit for purpose, support business operations, and align with organisational standards and governance.

What You'll Do

Provide 1st and 2nd line support for business systems including SAP, manufacturing systems, bespoke software and SharePoint
Support the IT Service Desk in resolving incidents and service requests
Contribute to the ongoing development, configuration and maintenance of business systems, including the primary manufacturing operations management system
Analyse existing business processes to identify, recommend and deliver improvements
Perform SQL queries to extract data and produce reports within approved business applications
Support line managers and stakeholders by producing, maintaining and interpreting reports and dashboards to inform operational and business decisions
Work closely with the central IT team to ensure alignment with standards, governance and agreed processes
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, acting as a trusted contact for system and process queries
Support the implementation and delivery of solutions within existing platforms, including Microsoft Power Platform
Lead business system and process change projects from initiation through to post‑implementation support
Facilitate workshops and design sessions to elicit and document business requirements
Produce clear functional specifications and obtain stakeholder approval
Plan, execute and document comprehensive business system testing activities
Maintain clear, timely and effective communication with stakeholders and end users
Support the delivery of training for new starters and ad‑hoc refresher sessions
Identify opportunities to improve training materials, documentation and knowledge transfer
Actively contribute to continuous improvement, innovation and team knowledge sharing

Working Pattern and Flexibility

The role is currently delivered within standard business hours
The role requires compliance with the organisation’s hybrid working policy
As business needs evolve, the role may develop into a shift‑based position, including participation in a multi‑shift rota
Any change to working hours or shift arrangements will be subject to business requirements, appropriate consultation, and compliance with UK Working Time Regulations
A degree of flexibility is required to support evolving operational demands, including emergencies and out‑of‑hours activities

What You'll Bring

Essential

Experience in a manufacturing engineering or manufacturing operations environment, or strong exposure to manufacturing processes
Experience of troubleshooting systems and resolving issues in a structured manner
Experience of documenting business processes and capturing requirements
Experience or demonstrable knowledge of developing or configuring software solutions to meet defined requirements
Working knowledge of SQL
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills

Desirable

Experience with modern development and scripting technologies, including HTML, CSS and C#
Knowledge of project delivery approaches, including Agile
Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate and SharePoint administration
Experience using Power BI, with knowledge of reporting methodologies and data analysis best practice
Experience with SAP, Jira

Personal Attributes

Demonstrates an active interest in technology and digital solutions
Embraces change, thrives in evolving environments, and responds positively to new ways of working
Keen to learn and develop new skills as the role, systems and business needs change
Demonstrates a problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proactive, approachable and able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

What We'll Do for You

We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:

Structured career development framework
25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
Enhanced company pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus award
Private medical insurance and health cash plan
Life assurance benefit
Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service
Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
Generous parental leave policies
A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice

Who Are We?

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It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.

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