The University of British Columbia

FMIS Business Analyst

Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and at least two years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Experience with business systems analysis and enterprise software is preferred.
  • Familiarity with operational systems, requirements gathering, and stakeholder consultation is essential.
  • Background in data analysis and training delivery is advantageous.
  • Experience in food service, hospitality, procurement, inventory, or supply-chain systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct business needs assessments for food management information systems.
  • Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead evaluations and improvements for recipe management and inventory control processes.
  • Serve as a primary advisor on food management applications and consult with stakeholders to develop solutions.
  • Coordinate the configuration, optimization, and governance of food management systems.
  • Develop training materials and deliver training sessions for system users.
  • Support organizational change initiatives related to system and process enhancements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
  • Access to advanced user support and resources for continuous improvement.
  • Engagement in diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Opportunities for collaboration with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Full Job Description
Staff - Non Union

Job Category
M&P - AAPS

Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Administration, Level A

Job Title
FMIS Business Analyst

Department
Finance Support | UBC Food Services | Student Housing and Community Services

Compensation Range
$6,143.67 - $8,830.25 CAD Monthly
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Posting End Date
October 1, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date
Ongoing

Job Description Summary

The FMIS Business Analyst is responsible for the analysis, optimization, implementation, governance and ongoing enhancement of food management information systems supporting UBC Food Services operations. The position serves as the primary business systems resource and works with operational leaders, Procurement, Culinary, Finance, IT and software vendors to evaluate business needs, assess system performance, identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions that support operational efficiency, data integrity and informed decision-making.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Associate Director, Finance, UBC Food Services. Works collaboratively with Culinary Services, Procurement, Finance, IT, operational managers and external vendors. Acts as the departmental subject matter expert for food management information systems.

Work Performed

Business Analysis & System Optimization
  • Conducts business needs assessments and evaluates operational workflows and system functionality.
  • Analyzes operational, inventory, purchasing and financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
  • Assesses system capabilities against business requirements and develops recommendations for enhancements and process improvements.
  • Leads evaluation and continuous improvement of recipe management, inventory control, purchasing and reporting processes.
  • Develops reports, metrics and analytical tools to support operational decision-making.


Stakeholder Consultation & Business Solutions
  • Serves as the primary business systems advisor for food management applications.
  • Consults with stakeholders to identify requirements, evaluate options and develop business solutions.
  • Provides recommendations regarding system functionality, reporting requirements, workflow design and data management practices.
  • Liaises with software vendors regarding enhancements, issue resolution and future requirements.


System Governance, Configuration & Implementation
  • Leads configuration, optimization and governance of food management information systems.
  • Coordinates system enhancements, upgrades and implementation activities.
  • Conducts impact assessments, implementation planning and user acceptance testing.
  • Develops and maintains system standards, business rules and data governance practices.


Training, Change Management & User Support
  • Develops training materials, documentation and best-practice resources.
  • Delivers training sessions, workshops and presentations.
  • Supports organizational change initiatives associated with system enhancements and process improvements.
  • Provides advanced user support and promotes standardized business practices.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned to support the food information management system.


Consequence of Error/Judgement

Exercises judgment in assessing business requirements, evaluating system functionality, prioritizing enhancements, recommending process improvements and implementing system changes. Errors may result in operational disruption, reporting inaccuracies, financial loss, data integrity issues and reduced confidence in business systems.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with minimum of two years experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.


Preferred Qualifications

Experience with business systems analysis, enterprise software, operational systems, requirements gathering, stakeholder consultation, software implementation, data analysis and training delivery. Experience supporting food service, hospitality, procurement, inventory or supply-chain systems is an asset.

About The University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a public research university with campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. Established in 1908, UBC is British Columbia's oldest university. The university is ranked among the top 20 public universities worldwide and among the top three in Canada. UBC is a research-intensive university and has an annual research budget of over $600 million. The university offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of academic fields. UBC has a diverse student population, with over 65,000 students from over 160 countries.
Learn more about The University of British Columbia
Size
17,000 employees
Industry

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at The University of British Columbia

More Food & Beverages Jobs

Find similar FMIS Business Analyst jobs: