SAP Functional Analyst (PP/MM)

Description

Company Profile

Arlon Graphics, LLC is a cast vinyl manufacturing company in the business of creating innovative material for visual expression. Founded in 1958, Arlon Graphics manufactures and markets high-quality pressure-sensitive materials for the fleet, architectural, digital imaging, and signage markets. Through more than 180 distribution partners across the globe, a growing number of strategically positioned sales offices and warehouses, and customer-centric operations, Arlon is recognized as a global leader in graphic films. Join the Arlon Graphics conversation and follow us at @arlongraphics on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. For more information, visit arlon.com.

Position Overview: This is a global IT position, working as a global analyst to improve business efficiency with an automation mindset.

• SAP PP & MM Analyst - Design, implement and deploy SAP ERP solutions for Production Planning(PP), including S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning), Forecasting, Purchasing, MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) / MPS (Master Production Schedule) and full manufacturing process, Procurement Processes and Supply Chain Operations.

Summary/Objective:

• Global extensive functional experience of SAP-ECC 6 implementation, Customization and production support/coordination in SAP PP (Production Planning) and MM(Materials Management) modules.
• Implementation experience includes business requirement analysis, mapping clients' business process (As Is-To Be), GAP analysis, Configuration, Re-engineering, Prototyping, Testing, Training, Documentation & Post Go-Live Support.
• Well versed with ASAP methodology for structured and systematic SAP project implementation.
• Strong computational and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work in both independent and team environments.
• PMP(Project Management Professional).•SAP ECC 6 Certified PP/MM. Experience with Microsoft Power BI and Arkieva Forecast tool.

Duties:

SAP PP & MM Analyst

• Facilitate the implementation and support of SAP PP & MM functionalities.
• SME of Operations including Sales & Operations Planning, Forecasting and Purchasing, Supply Chain, Demand Management, Manufacturing processes, Work in Process (WIP), Bill of Materials (BOM),Routings, Product Master Data, Materials Requirements Planning(MRP), Master Production Schedule (MPS), Work centers, Inventory, Costing and Stock Controls, Procurement Processes and Supply Chain Operations.
• Participate in process analysis and redesign to enhance system capabilities.
• Maintain facility parameters such as MRP controller, MRP groups, MRP types, Lot sizing procedure, availability check for components, conversion of procurement proposals.
• Responsible for SAP operation department activities including creation of orders, conversion of planned orders, printing of shop papers, goods movements, order confirmations and availability check.
• Implemented repetitive manufacturing environment for production activities.
• Implementation of Detailed Scheduling, Capacity Planning, Evaluation and Levelling to allocate operations to resources Configured PI sheets, process messages and process instructions.
• Work and interact with Costs and Finance Control team to solve issues related to costing sheet, activity pricing, work center, activity type and cost center assignment mapping, and product cost collectors.

Business Strategy, Processes & Administration

• Proactively identify and propose business process and/or system enhancements
• Work self-directed and independently; may act as subject matter mentor to more junior members
• Perform detailed analysis of complex business process requirements and provide appropriate system solutions; identify, interpret, validate and document customer requirements
• Analyze business requirements (As Is), design business process and propose Blueprint functional solution for To Be future state.
• Design functional specifications for reports, interfaces, enhancements, workflow and forms.
• Facilitate workshops to collect business requirements
• Design, configure, customize, test and document SAP PP features
• Manage third parties on project execution and improvements
• Act as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyses, and solve software problems.
• Participate in system upgrades, inclusive of end-to-end testing.
• Develops, coordinates and implements plans to test processes and configuration assuring quality of any additions, changes or deletions to the system.
• Create and maintain proper documentation: Process, Training, Procedures
• Train users on processes, procedures and systems.
• Support daily Operations Issues – Prioritizing critical issues.
• Handle changes or emergency transports as needed for high priority issues;
• Provides timely response to end user calls and help desk tickets assisting in problem resolution (helpdesk-role).
• Liaison between business and IT.
• Maintains focus on security, standards and compliance policies while building optimal solutions
• Ensure that tickets are closed according to SLA pre-defined.

Requirements

Minimum Required Education, Background and Experience:

• Ten (10) years of experience in a full cycle implementation as well as in support projects
• Ten (10) years designing and configuring PP & MM modules knowledge of the key integration points between the other SAP modules (QM experience is an asset)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deliverables and projects at the same time
• Bachelor’s degree (IT, Business Management or related)
• Extensive experience in managing projects with third parties (team management, project cost, resources and timeline management, weekly meetings, project leadership reporting).
• Must have achieved the Go-Live date and gave Go-Live and Post Live Support. Conducted end user training, institution of help desk and end user documentation.
• Must have coordinated with technical consultants (ABAP consultants) and gave functional specifications for customizing reports according to the user requirements.
• Must have been involved with coordinating unit and integration testing with other modules and created test scenarios.
• Extensive functional experience including two full life cycle SAP-ECC 6 implementation, Customization and production support/coordination in PP & MM module.
• Implementation experience includes business requirement analysis, mapping clients' business process to SAP processes (As Is-To Be), GAP analysis, Configuration, Re-engineering, Prototyping, Testing, Training, Documentation & Post Go-Live Support.
• Well versed with ASAP methodology for structured and systematic SAP project implementation.
• Ability, availability to travel, as dictated by business needs. Must have a valid driver license, auto insurance and appropriate travel documentation (including, but not limited to, passport).
• Strong communication skills in the English language (listening, verbal, written, presentation, inter-personal)
• Exhibits and consistently upholds values of Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Inspirational.

Preferred Education, Experience and Knowledge:

• Understanding of accounting business processes
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology

Pay Transparency: 

The current pay range for this position is between $115,000 - $135,000. Rate of pay will depend on factors such as market conditions and location, job-related knowledge and skills, education, training and experience.  If hired, employment will be at will.  The Company reserves the right to modify pay, as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program, at any time. 

EEO Statement:

Arlon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. (PM18)

Salary : $115,000 - $135,000