Marathon Petroleum

Business Systems Analyst

Marathon Petroleum$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of relevant experience required
  • Preferred experience in the Energy industry
  • Preferred experience leveraging AI tools and data analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage the definition of business processes to improve analysis and control
  • Communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on requirements
  • Develop recommendations for system enhancements
  • Investigate business performance to drive planning and improvement
  • Perform cost-benefit analyses for proposed systems
  • Support the implementation of improved working processes
  • Coordinate test case development and user feedback

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Employee wellness programs
Full Job Description
Position Summary

This position will lead critical projects within the Commercial organization driving the successful execution and delivery of Digital solutions.   The role will ensure solutions are aligned with business needs, technical capabilities, and strategic initiatives.  Responsibilities include gathering and analyzing requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring solutions meet the highest quality standards.   A successful candidate will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to navigate complex business challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency, and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

 Key Responsibilities
  • Manages the definition of business processes in order to measure, analyze, improve and control the process being reviewed.
  • Communicates effectively with stakeholders, aligning the understanding of requirements, and identifying cross functional changes/impacts of the specifications for solution delivery.
  • Develops recommendations for appropriate systems alternatives and/or enhancements to current systems.
  • Investigates business performance and other measures to gain insight and drive business planning; applies continuous iterative processes. Facilitates root cause analysis and drives continuous improvement initiatives to improve system stability, user experience, and process efficiency.
  • Performs cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
  • Supports implementation of ways to improve working processes in the team.
  • Supports monitoring the execution of IT service management practices around incident, Change, Problem and Solution Development Lifecycle  (SDLC) delivery methodologies for improvement and collaboration, including more advanced configuration tasks. Supports audit, compliance, and regulatory requirements by maintaining appropriate documentation, controls, and traceability.
  • Coordinates test case development, execution and support of strategy creation for technology delivery.
  • Plans, executes, and documents user stories, user feedback to support the development of prototypes and wireframes.
  • Identifies and evaluates opportunities to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted tools to improve business processes, requirements analysis, documentation, test design, decision-making, knowledge management, and user productivity.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelors Degree in Information Systems, related field or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of relevant experience required
  • Experience in the Energy industry preferred
  • Experience leveraging AI tools and data analysis is preferred
Skills
  • Adaptability - Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful
  • AI Fundamentals - Understanding of core AI concepts and methods, ability to apply AI to job-relevant use cases and capacity to contribute to organizational AI reimagination.
  • Change Management - Change Management refers to a systematic approach for defining and implementing procedures and/or technologies to deal with changes in the environment. It can mean adapting to change, controlling change and/or effecting change.
  • Agile Methodology - Agile project management is an iterative approach to delivering a project throughout its life cycle, taking incremental steps towards the completion of a project.
  • Analytical Thinking - Strong problem-solving skills to identify architectural challenges, analyze requirements, evaluate options, and propose effective solutions.
  • Authentic Communicator - Expresses ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, clearly and credibly. Listens to understand and fosters constructive dialogue.
  • Business Analysis - Analyzing current business state within the context of future business state expectations and determining whether new business strategies are needed to address existing issues or meet new needs. Estimating the level of effort to enhance or expand current business strategies.
  • Business Partner Relations - The process of acting as a trusted advisor and building strong relationships with colleagues and the business to drive business performance.
  • Business Process Modeling & Redesign - Execution of key business process with the objective of achieving a quantum jump in performance measures such as return on investment (ROI), cost reduction, and quality of service.
  • Change Management - The process of controlled identification, planning and implementation of required initiatives to prepare, support and help individuals, teams and organizations to navigate through change.
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset - Identifies and leads opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation, both incremental and large-scale.
  • Incident Management - Ensuring that any incidents affecting processes and performances of relevant technology services or systems are managed appropriately to mitigate risk and minimize disruption.
  • Quality Assurance - The process to ensure organizational activities are designed to ensure that an organization is providing the best possible product or service to customers.
  • Requirements Management - The process of documenting, analyzing, tracing, prioritizing and agreeing on requirements and then controlling change while also communicating to relevant stakeholders.
  • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) - A process used by the software industry to design, develop and test high-quality software.
  • Specification Development - Understanding the context, stakeholders and requirements or features of a product or application and detailing the specifications around them.  

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Additional locations:

San Antonio, Texas

Job Requisition ID:

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

About Marathon Petroleum

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is in the business of creating value for their shareholders through the quality products and services they provide for their customers. They strongly believe how they conduct their business is just as integral to their bottom line. As a result, they strive to always act responsibly with those who work for them, with those business partners who work with them, and in every community where they operate.

Marathon Petroleum Careers

Joining Marathon Petroleum means becoming part of a leading global team in the energy sector, where job opportunities abound for those eager to advance their careers in a dynamic and inclusive environment. As one of the largest refining companies in the world, Marathon Petroleum is at the forefront of transforming the energy landscape.

Work You’ll Do

At Marathon Petroleum, your work will directly contribute to the company's ongoing success and leadership in the industry. You will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to innovation and excellence in all aspects of the energy sector. Our team's combined expertise fuels Marathon Petroleum's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and operational excellence.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a role that challenges and excites with Marathon Petroleum. Here, innovation isn't just a buzzword—it's a call to action. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture where new ideas lead to groundbreaking solutions. This commitment to innovation and leadership is woven into every aspect of our business, from refining operations to environmental strategies.

Grow and Develop

Marathon Petroleum is deeply invested in the professional growth and development of its employees. We offer a variety of training and development programs, including leadership development, diversity training, and technical skills enhancement. Whether you're starting as an intern or a seasoned professional, you’ll find a pathway to personal and professional growth with us.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Marathon Petroleum is driven by a shared mission to excel. By joining us, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about their roles and the impact they have on the company and the industry. Our collaborative environment supports career advancement and fosters a culture of professional enrichment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Marathon Petroleum, we believe diversity drives innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes all perspectives and encourages a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, ensuring that all team members have the resources they need to succeed.

Explore Job Opportunities

Marathon Petroleum offers a range of job opportunities across various functions of the business. From internships that provide real-world experience to full-time positions in engineering, business, and more, there’s a place for your skills and passions here.

Future-Proof Your Career

With Marathon Petroleum, you are not just finding a job; you are building a career equipped with the tools for success in the ever-evolving energy sector. Our robust benefits package supports your health, well-being, and financial security, allowing you to focus on professional development and career advancement.

Stay Connected

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Learn more about Marathon Petroleum
Size
17,700 employees
Market Cap
$53 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$9.8 billion
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+13.8%
Revenue
$74.9 billion
NASDAQ

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