Cognizant Technology Solutions is looking for "Techno Functional Business Analyst" to join in our team of IT professionals in a permanent role. If you meet our background requirements and skills and are looking for an opportunity with these skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

Cognizant's supply chain delivery practice is part of Cognizant's Enterprise Platform Services (EPS). We are primarily responsible for implementing, supporting and extending off-the-shelf supply chain products in execution planning and procurement. We are expanding rapidly and are always on the lookout for exceptional talent to provide exceptional services to our customers, who are part of the Fortune 500 companies.

When you join Cognizant, you are joining the best-of-the-breed team in supply chain industry, where continuous learning and working with products at the cutting edge of the technology, is the norm. You will be given a chance to go above and beyond your day-to-day work and build the four pillars of our practice - customers/resources/Center of Excellence/Thought Leadership. We make sure that you get to do what you really want to do, by supporting your aspirations, goals and providing you with rotation opportunities within the practice. You can switch products, if you want, or move to other projects of the same product and build your career in this thriving practice.

Role: Business Analyst

Location: San Franscisco, CA

Experience: 8 -14 Years

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $95,000 to $125,000 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

* Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

* Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

* 401(k) plan and contributions

* Long-term/Short-term Disability

* Paid Parental Leave

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Job Description:

Procure to Pay (P2P) Business Analyst with a strong techno-functional background inCoupa. This role is essential for enhancing the procurement and payment processes, ensuring they are streamlined, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of P2P processes and be highly skilled in leveraging Coupa to solve complex procurement challenges.

*Key Responsibilities:

* Process Analysis and Optimization: Work closely with the procurement team to understand their operational challenges and requirements. Analyze current P2P processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.

* Coupa Solution Design and Implementation: Design, propose, and implement

Coupa-based solutions that address identified business needs. Ensure these solutions optimize procurement operations and are scalable and efficient.

* System Configuration and Customization: Lead the configuration and customization of Coupa to meet business requirements, including setting up catalogs, supplier portals, and approval workflows.

* Integration and Data Management: Oversee the integration of Coupa with other business systems (e.g., ERP, finance systems) to ensure seamless data flow and process efficiency. Manage data within Coupa, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

* Testing and Deployment: Coordinate testing of new features and system updates, ensuring they meet business needs. Oversee the deployment of Coupa updates and enhancements.

* Training and Support: Develop training materials and conduct sessions for users on Coupa functionality and best practices. Provide ongoing support to users and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

* Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor the performance of the Coupa platform, generating reports on procurement metrics and identifying areas for further improvement.

* Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between IT and procurement, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives and timelines.

Qualifications:

u 8+ years of demonstrated experience as a business analyst.

u 4+ years of experience with Coupa

u Proven experience as a Business Analyst or similar role, with a strong focus on Procure to Pay processes and Coupa.

u In-depth knowledge of Coupa's capabilities, configuration, and integration options.

u Strong understanding of procurement operations, policies, and best practices for both Direct and Indirect

u Strong communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to individuals, small groups, and executive leadership.

u Create functional and technical design documents.

u Great attitude and commitment to get the job done