Position Overview:

This role is for a consultancy mission at a client site through Keystone Solutions. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Business Analyst / Product Owner (BA/PO) to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining, prioritizing, and overseeing software products that meet both business and customer needs as a Keystone Solutions consultant.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to ensure that the software application meets the required specifications and delivers high value to users and the business. You'll be part of a team of several Product Owners/Business Analysts, each having full responsibility for one or more modules of the FOCUS suite, part of the program that represents the future platform.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Vision & Strategy:

Define and communicate a clear product vision, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
Create and maintain the project roadmap, ensuring project features and releases are prioritized based on business objectives and customer feedback.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to define and refine product strategies and identify opportunities for product innovation.
Ensure the final solution complies with architectural principles & concepts and with requirements (incl. capabilities, business processes, information models, interfaces, project management, QA, documentation, services).

Requirements Gathering & Documentation:

Work closely with stakeholders to gather and document product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
Define detailed product specifications and ensure alignment with the development and support teams' capabilities.
Ensure that requirements are clear, concise, and prioritized effectively for efficient development and delivery.

Release Management:

Oversee the planning, scheduling, and coordination of software releases.
Ensure all releases are tracked, documented, and version-controlled.
Manage the deployment pipeline from development to production environments.

Coordination:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Suppliers POs, operations, QA, etc.) to ensure timely and efficient deployment of releases and installations.
Ensure that the installation and release processes adhere to project timelines, goals, and budgets.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

Act as the main point of contact between stakeholders and the development teams.

Product Delivery:

Ensure timely delivery of product features and releases according to the product roadmap.
Monitor progress and track performance against deadlines, resolving roadblocks to ensure that deliverables are met.
Ensure that the product is built in line with agreed-upon specifications, functionality, and user experience requirements and that the final solution does not bring any regression compared to the existing one.
Act as a liaison towards the supplier organization regarding domain/project activities.

Continuous Improvement:

Evaluate current processes and recommend improvements to streamline installation and release management.

Reporting:

Report on a weekly basis to management on the status of the product and flag any issues that may arise.

Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a relevant field.
Proven experience in IT installation, software deployment, and release management.
Knowledge of IT infrastructure, hardware, software, and network systems is a real asset.
Experience with release management tools such as Git or similar.
Familiarity with Agile, ITIL, and DevOps methodologies.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Product Management Expertise:

Good understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
Ability to define clear product requirements, prioritize tasks, and make data-driven decisions.

Communication & Collaboration:

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on team collaboration and stakeholder management.
Experience in leading product discussions, presentations, and product training sessions.

Analytical & Problem-Solving:

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret user feedback, market trends, and data to guide product decisions.
Ability to identify product opportunities, risks, and issues, and take appropriate action to resolve them.

Technical Acumen:

Familiarity with software development processes and technical concepts, including APIs, databases, and integration points.

Education & Experience:

At least 10 years of experience in Business Analysis.
At least 10 years of experience in Project/Product Management.
A first experience in large public organizations would be an asset.
Good knowledge of business process analysis & modeling techniques.
Mother tongue: French or Dutch. Proficiency, both written & oral, in the other national language and in English is a must.

If you are ready to tackle technical and strategic challenges in a dynamic consultancy environment, apply today at Keystone Solutions Career Portal.