Business Systems Analyst - Remote near Minneapolis, MN - UnitedHealth Group : Job Details

Opportunities at Optum, in strategic partnership with Allina Health. As an Optum employee, you will provide support to the Allina Health account. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Healthcare Business Analyst to join our team and provide critical support for our Workday application with a focus on Supply Chain Management. The ideal candidate will serve as a liaison between IT, supply chain, and business stakeholders, ensuring that Workday configurations align with business processes, user needs, and healthcare-specific compliance standards.The Healthcare Business Analyst will play a key role in process improvement, troubleshooting, and ensuring that all supply chain operations in Workday run smoothly, optimizing procurement, inventory, logistics, and vendor management.If you reside near Minneapolis, MN, you will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:Workday Support: Provide functional expertise for the Workday application, focusing on supply chain processes such as procurement, inventory management, logistics, vendor management, and expense controlBusiness Process Analysis: Analyze existing healthcare supply chain processes and workflows to identify areas of improvement, ensuring alignment and best practices and regulatory requirementsRequirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, translating them into technical specifications for the Workday applicationSystem Configuration: Assisting in configuring, testing, and maintaining Workday Supply Chain modules to meet the needs of end-users in the healthcare environmentData Analysis and Reporting: Provide actionable insights by analyzing data from Workday and generating reports related to supply chain metrics, including inventory levels, order fulfillment, vendor performance, and procurement costsTraining and Support: Develop training materials and provide end-user support to ensure successful adoption of system update and processesCross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the finance, IT, and operations teams to ensure Workday's integration with other enterprise systems supports seamless financial and operational workflowsProject Management: Participate in and sometimes lead projects related to the implementation of Workday enhancements, supply chain process improvement, and system upgradesCompliance and Documentation: Ensure all Workday configurations and processes meet healthcare industry regulations, including HIPAA and other federal/state requirementsIssue Resolution: Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve issues related to Workday's supply chain modules, collaborating with vendors or consultants as neededYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED (or higher)2+ years of hands-on experience with Workday, specifically in Supply Chain Management modules (procurement, inventory, logistics, etc.)2+ years of experience in healthcare supply chain processes & industry regulations2+ years of ServiceNow experienceIntermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft office18 years or olderAbility to work nighttime hours on call as needed on a rotational basis (approximately one week, every 14 weeks), critical tickets onlyPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare AdministrationExperience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six SigmaKnowledge of healthcare industry trends, vendor management, and supply chain automation technologiesITIL certificationSoft Skills:Ability to translate business needs into technical requirementsExceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on supply chain optimizationExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalExperience working on cross-functional teams and managing relationships with key stakeholders in IT, supply chain, and healthcare operationsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.#RPO #YELLOW