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SAP PP/APO Senior Business Analyst Location:Hopkinton,Ma


2015-06-04 09:00:23
Job Type: Full Time only
Budget $: 100,000 - 200,000

Key Responsibilities Uses client Planning, Production and APO global design models, techniques and processes Manage the design, testing and application of SAP Supply Chain systems configuration in line with agreed time frames, business requirements and global standards Design, implement and support global Supply Chain processes , enhancements and new functionality Participate in the global implementation of new SAP modules Apply conceptual knowledge of business processes and technology to solve complex business process and procedural problems Participate in projects of a cross-functional nature, and deliver/negotiate SAP processes and applications to customers Act as the technical analyst to ensure the new functional configuration is transported into production environments without unintended impact on business units Lead technical and business solutions enabled by SAP Supply Chain functionality including PP and APO Debugging of SAP programs in order to solve application or configuration issues Evaluate complex SAP notes Maintain security in compliance with client Security directives Support business initiatives utilizing Project Management expertise Comply with companys Global IT Policies & Procedures Develop training outlines for end-users Job Requirements : In addition to the general experience listed the candidate should be particularly knowledgeable with significant experience in the following areas General understanding and support of SAP PP and significant portions of MM IM and APO Variant Configuration: ATO Configurator Design, Implementation & Maintenance Maintenance of Classification System and Dependencies Creating, Changing and Supporting SAP Queries PP/APO CIF interface and understanding of SNP/PPDS functionality APO Heuristics and MRP concepts of APO planning runs. Thorough knowledge in Serial number management functionality in SAP Assist the business with mass maintenance of PP master data Generate mass data maintenance using tools like BDCs /LSMWs A good working knowledge of the Batch Management functionality in SAP Primarily responsible for the SAP Engineering Change configuration work with new business implementations to adjust their legacy processes to work with our SAP system Create variants and work with Basis to setup batch jobs for PP (Most MRP schedules, etc) Generally assist the business with BOM allocations functionality in PP Work with security teams on creating, changing and redesigning all PP relevant security roles. Collective production orders concept and functionality Complete understanding of the various SAP planning strategies An understanding of production order costing, settlement and variances Total familiarity with all facets of the master data required for production materials, BOMs, routings, work centers, etc Minimum Bachelors Degree in one of the following disciplines: Computer Sciences, Engineering or Business Three to five years of hands-on SAP MM/PP configuration experience. Experience in at least 3 full life cycle SAP implementations including all phases (blueprinting, gap analysis, system design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live support). In depth understanding of integration with other SAP modules Must be detailed oriented, organized and flexible Strong communication and leadership skills Thorough understanding of business operations in a manufacturing environment. Understanding of ABAP concepts, reading & debugging code, designing & implementing user-exits. Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills. Proven ability to work in a self-directed environment. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work well with individuals at all levels within the company. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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