Business Systems Analyst

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

Our Business Systems Analyst role serves as a key connector between IT and diverse business teams globally, leveraging data analytics to assess processes, determine requirements, and deliver data-driven recommendations to a global stakeholder community. This role collaborates with cross-cultural teams across different time zones and regions to ensure IT projects create value and align with global business objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Inclusive Requirement Gathering and Analysis:

• Partner with diverse stakeholders globally to gather and document business and technical requirements
• Conduct feasibility studies considering regional variations and local market needs
• Develop process flows that account for different regional practices and requirements Global Data Analysis:
• Analyze data from multiple international sources while considering regional contexts and variations exhibiting strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Apply culturally-aware statistical analysis methods to provide insights relevant to different markets
• Consider regional compliance requirements in data handling and analysis Global Project Management:
• Create flexible project timelines accommodating different time zones and regional work practices
• Manage deliverables across distributed teams and multiple locations ensuring continuous progress and on-time delivery
• Navigate cross-cultural project dynamics and communication styles (somewhat repeated in below point) International Communication and Collaboration:
• Adapt communication styles to diverse audiences across cultures and languages
• Present complex data findings using culturally appropriate visualizations and examples
• Foster inclusive collaboration across global teams with different working styles
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness in all interactions Inclusive Documentation and Reporting:
• Develop reports considering multiple audience needs and preferences
• Create accessible dashboards that work across different regions and languages
• Ensure documentation is clear and understandable for non-native English speakers Global Continuous Improvement:
• Identify improvement opportunities that work across different regional contexts
• Stay informed about global industry trends and diverse market practices
• Consider varied regional perspectives when proposing changes
  
  

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Experience working with global, distributed teams
• Ability to adapt communication style to diverse audiences
• Flexibility to work across different time zones when needed
• Appreciation for diverse working styles and practices
• Experience with virtual collaboration tools and remote work