What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Business Architect, Direct Procurement position at 2098 Sigma-Aldrich Corporation?

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

As a value-driven member of our global Digital, Data & IT organization helping enable the digital transformation of our company's Enabling Functions, you will play a key role as IT Business Architect, Direct Procurement.

As a member of this business-facing global technology group, you are on the front lines : advising project managers and workstream leads, training key users, using technology to solve business challenges, and keep strong governance within ERP and the associated IT landscape. You will act as a trusted advisor in various projects, being the main counterpart for consultants and technical experts, and coordinating key user activities like requirements gathering, testing, training, and master data preparation.

Location : St. Louis, MO, USA; Hybrid

Travel : Who You Are :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelors degree with at least 5 years experience working with SAP-MM (incl. S4); preferred 7 plus years of experience in space
Deep knowledge of Direct Procurement (e.g. PR / PO creation, consignment, sub-contracting, materials management, demand management, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledgeable and comfortable with master data across Direct Purchasing (including the interrelation with SAP MDG-s)

At least 3 full life-cycle SAP ERP implementations including scoping, planning, process design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.

Comprehensive knowledge of SAP Purchasing processes, and a broad understanding of applicable regulations (E.g. Sales / Use Tax, Global Trade Services (GTS), etc.)

High-level understanding of other SAP modules (e.g., FI / CO), and understand the dependency of these modules with the E2E direct purchasing processes

Experience with different project methodologies (e.g. Agile) and tools (e.g. HP-ALM, JIRA)

Job Specific Skills :

Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, demonstrating strong ownership and the capability to get things done while providing excellent customer service.

Excellent organizational and team documentation skills.

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Demonstrated knowledge of SAP RICEFW (objects) to convert business requirements into functional and technical specifications gained through work experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of SAP purchasing processes and procurement master data, including materials, vendors, purchase information records, and source lists.

Extensive experience in cleansing and migrating master data, including mapping, preload and post-load validation of results.

Demonstrated ability to implement SAP Best Practices and custom solutions within SAP by collaborating cross-functionally with Business Process Analysts and development consultants to meet business needs.

Knowledge of cross-functional integration between core SAP modules such as Inventory Management, Finance and Controlling, Sales and Distribution, Production Planning, and Project Systems, along with SAP Materials Management.

Experience with intercompany sales and purchases

Demonstrated knowledge of working with IDOCs, migration / cutover activities (e.g., ORDRS, ORDER, DESADV EDI documents).

Experience with project management tools like HP ALM and JIRA.

Strong communication skills in English.

Expected skill level in SAP MM : 8 / 10.

What we offer : We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

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