Business Analyst
A Business Analyst can work across various areas within an insurance company. Excluding IT specific roles, a Business Analyst will usually sit within the Claims or Underwriting team in an insurance company. The Business Analyst will work closely with Underwriters, Actuaries and Claims Managers in highlighting trends, compiling the data and presenting reports to senior management. The Business Analyst will use the data and identifying and suggest ways to improve processes and procedures. A Business Analyst can demand a salary from €30,000 for an entry level position to €60,000 plus for a technical specialist. Although there is no specific qualification required for a Business Analyst, the Certified Insurance Practitioner qualification, and more recently, a Data Analytics qualification would be considered desirable by several insurance companies.
Jobs in Dublin North
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QC Analyst
Negotiable | Dublin North
QC Analyst Excellent North Dublin based opportunity for a strong chemist to move into a more analytical role, gaining experience in tech transfer, method development and validation. This is a permanent job with salary 35K plus benefits depending on experience. Contact Clara on 01 4744676 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Carry out sampling and analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates and finished API products - Method Development and Validation - Tech Transfer - Analytical testing using HPLC and GC - Provide assistance and guidance in deviation investigations, OOS investigations, change proposals and batch disposition - Review equipment qualification documentation for QC Laboratory equipment. - Writing and Reviewing SOPs JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Minimum of a BSc Degree (life science) - Must have 2-3 years post graduation industry in HPLC in a GMP environment (ideally pharma) - new graduates won't be considered - Experienced in raw materials or finished products - Experience in tech transfer/method development an advantage - Working knowledge of QC Systems (Empower, LIMS) This is a fantastic opportunity to further your QC career and move into a more analytical role in an established pharmaceutical company. If you are interested in applying for this position, send your CV to chenry@sigmar.ie or call Clara Henry on 01 4744676 for a confidential discussion
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Business Analyst-Transfer Agency
Negotiable | Dublin North
Our client in Dublin city centre, a reputable and global financial services organisation is seeking to hire a Business Analyst with transfer agency background for a 12 month contract. You will be a key member of the project business transformation team. Your primary responsibilities will include; Data mapping & business requirements documentation Take the lead role in gathering and analysing existing data Perform gap analysis and identify areas of risk. Evaluate the effectiveness of current data and processes to identify potential areas for improved workflow. Project Administration You will have, At least 3 to 4 years in transfer agency with at least 2 years as a Business Analyst. Document management Project Management skills desirable Some previous experience with client on-boarding If you are interested in the above role or would like to hear about similar opportunities in the financial services and banking sector, please call Genevieve on 01 4744683 or email ggomes@sigmar.ie
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Lead Enterprise Architect
Negotiable | Dublin North
Lead Enterprise Architect My client, a financial institution based in the city centre currently has a vacancy for Senior Enterprise Architect in the IT Strategy Planning & Architecture Division. You will lead the creation and maintenance of the enterprise architecture model and will work to ensure the IT infrastructure and strategies meet current and future business needs, provide cost effective solutions, and provide leadership to Business and IT teams to assist in the delivery of strategies. Responsibilities: Set the direction for the Banks Enterprise Architecture (EA) strategy so that it is aligned to the overall Business strategy in order to provide effective IT infrastructure & provide input into the Banks IT strategy. Lead the design and implementation of the IMTD architectural practises (i.e. standards & guidelines) and processes (i.e. governance and controls), policies and procedures to provide effective technology infrastructure that supports the business. Proactively engage with business and IT customers to effectively analyse and solve complex business/IT problems across a number if disciplines, from initial problem formulating phase through to solutioning and communication to stakeholders. Keep up to date and developments in the IT industry and banking sector to ensure that the architectures are kept in line with industry standard. Inspire the whole team to look for and drive ways of working tools and techniques to provide effective technology infrastructure that supports the business and to ensure that the team is focused on quality. Provide strategic thinking and leadership to the business to help them deliver their business capabilities. Requirements: IT, Engineering or relevant qualification. 10+ years’ experience in architecture design & development. Experienced in at least one enterprise architecture methodology (e.g. TOGAF). Experience in a similar business background (e.g. financial services, banking, etc.) Extensive Enterprise Architecture skills in frameworks (Inc. sub domains (Business, Information, Application & Technology). Experience of relevant Technology Infrastructure. Experience of formal application development methodologies (e.g. UML) Knowledge of working with IT SDLCs (waterfall, agile). Knowledge of best practice in other IT domains (e.g. Information Security, Application Development, Customer Service, Application Support, etc.) Experience in analytics and data mining. Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills Excellent presentation skills including confidence working at all business levels. Ability to focus the communication work products to the audience (particularly senior stakeholders) Self-starter with the ability to show initiative and work without supervision. If you are interested in applying for this role please call me on 01 961 9714 or email me at fmccabe@sigmar.ie .
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Demand Planner - FMCG- Dublin North
Negotiable | Dublin North
An expanding FMCG company are seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join their Supply Chain team. This role is responsible for global forecasting activities associated with customers and products. The Demand Planner creates and maintains forecast models for their customers, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from sales, marketing, finance, retailer replenishment analysis, and other market intelligence. Responsibilities: Create statistical forecasts: Gather, analyse and validate data Execute statistical modelling software Review resulting statistical forecast model – Forecast Accuracy and Bias monthly/Qtr/YTD Apply error analysis techniques to improve forecasting Summarize/aggregate statistical forecasts Analyse customer ordering profiles, historical data and impact of recent sales profiles on SOH or current demand plan/production capacity and lead times using customer data e.g. Amazon portal Provide analysis of inventories and impact of customer orders v forecast, recommend required changes to mitigate possible OOS or unnecessary excess. Review sales plans, customer finance Budget Updates or Latest Estimates and demand drivers: Achieve consensus for operational demand forecasts by facilitating a collaborative planning process with sales, marketing and finance personnel: Prepare relevant material to facilitate analysis and discussion Provide input to volume planning (Latest Estimates / annual process) Facilitate and manage demand planning/customer meetings Achieve consensus with the business and the demand chain Provide the Supply Planning function with sense checked data to deliver raw material requirements and facilitate production planning Provide analysis and input to business supply & production planning process to enable resource and capacity monthly/quarterly & annual planning. Maintain demand planning system and software Enter and modify data and ensure the correctness of product hierarchy Monitor trends in forecast accuracy and bias Identify relevant market-related data and competitive intelligence Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to demand planning process – KPIs Monitor SKU proliferation, profitability and recommend rationalisation as required Other projects which may be required as part of the business demand planning function to deliver continuous improvement for the SC function Country, customer and SKU demand forecast which incorporates historical, current and accurate market information that allows the business to predict customer demand and provide its supply chain with the appropriate information to plan supply, production and customer demand. As a key member of the SC team drives relationships with sales, marketing and finance, which will lead to effective knowledge sharing and an optimal consensus forecast for the business Refines systems and methods to continually improve forecasts to ensure that the business can better anticipate customer needs. Execute with excellence in the area of customer replenishment and feedback to the Supply Chain group the opportunities and risks regarding customer replenishment performance metrics. Required: 4 - 5 years’ experience in forecasting/ planning/scheduling in a FMCG or Manufacturing environment APICS CPIM or relevant qualification an advantage Demonstrable experience of a manufacturing Supply Chain function Excellent, interpersonal and communication skills are essential to effectively interact with all teams, areas and levels of business affecting the forecast process. Ideal candidate will be a subject expert with depth of knowledge of key forecast methodologies and planning tools. Have a very strong commercial and market understanding. Strong Excel skills Ability to deliver in a fast paced, flexible and results focused environment Strong negotiation skills Excellent analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products and other related software packages inventory management systems a distinct advantage
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Product Owner- 55k
€50,000 - 55,000 | Dublin North
You will work on • Business requests backlog (own and prioritise) • Product requirements and acceptance criteria for all new product development • Building and delivering user stories (directly with an Agile delivery team) • Managing and carry out user acceptance testing • Manage, investigate and prioritise bugs Skills you need • 2+ years experience in a Product • Experience working in an Agile environment • Great communication skills - both verbal and written
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Supply Chain Manager - Dublin North
Negotiable | Dublin North
An expanding manufacturing MNC are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join their team in North Dublin. The company with an extensive presence in Ireland and based in North Dublin are seeking an experienced Supply Chain professional to manage inventory, manufacturing, operational procurement and international logistics from Dublin, with a limited (amount of travel to the EU annually). Responsibilities - Manage operational purchasing for the company, while supporting needs for Production and Parts Operations. - Responsible for the developing, documenting, and executing a comprehensive logistics and distribution strategic plan. - Supervision and control of a complex global supply chain to ensure the on time arrival of parts and components for production and consumption. - Responsible for business unit material savings performance, indirect savings performance, and logistics savings performance. - Collaborate with Regional Category teams to deliver regional savings objectives and implement category strategies. - Develop and manage program pipeline, leading NPD Buyers for the Business Unit. - Lead the warehousing and logistics teams delivering the expected annual targets. - Optimize inventory to support production demand and meet target inventory levels and turn rates. - Using previous data, SIOP data and collaborate with sales to ensure that stock is purchased at the correct levels. - Optimize inventory to support production needs and meet target inventory levels and turn rates. - Ensure customer satisfaction (internal and external) by employing continuous improvement projects focused on cost, quality, delivery, and safety. - Lead process improvement and lean activities aligned with business strategies. Required Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain or equivalent Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or a Lean qualification would be advantageous Experience of 6 -10 years Supply chain experience as logistics/Supply chain manager for international company would be an advantage Lean / 5S programs exposure Knowledge of the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning Process (SIOP). Practical understanding of logistics and ERP (SAP, Oracle) Strong technical understanding Very good computer skills Very strong analytics skills
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Senior Compliance Officer x 2 - Insurance - Dublin
Negotiable | Dublin North
Sigmar Recruitment, on behalf of our client, is currently recruiting 2 Senior Compliance Officers to join this leading General Insurers Compliance team. These positions are currently being offered of a fixed term contract basis until 31st of December 2018. As Senior Compliance Officer, the successful candidate will be joining one of Ireland's leading General Insurance providers. The Senior Compliance Officer will be responsible for advising the business and management on the application of compliance related rules. You will be responsible for ensuring the Company's compliance Framework is robust and adherence to all regulatory requirements, including reporting to the Central Bank and Officer of Data Protection. You will have a sound knowledge of all compliance regulatory requirements including Fitness and Probity Standards, Consumer Protection and Minimum Competency Code. As Senior Compliance Officer you will provide advice to the business and monitor the appropriateness and effectiveness of compliance controls and rules. Key Requirements 3 - 4 years experience in a similar role with an Insurance/Financial Services organisation Professional Diploma in Compliance (ACOI / LCOI) Third Level Degree in Accounting or Law desirable but not essential Knwoledge of legal and regulatory requirements Knowledge of insurance processes and procedures Salary and Benefits Excellent remuneration on offer in line with experience. For more information on these positions please contact Alan McLoughlin on (01) 4744 648 or email your CV to amcloughlin@sigmar.ie Alan is an Insurance and Financial Services Recruitment Specialist at Sigmar Recruitment For more vacancies, please visit https://www.sigmarrecruitment.com/consultants/alan-mcloughlin