Lead Analyst & Solution Architect (Remote)

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Panasonic Lead Analyst & Solutions Architect

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What You'll Get To Do:

Lead Analyst & Solution Architect will work on assignments that are complex in nature.  Considerable judgment and initiative will be required to move business units from highly customized legacy ECC solutions to Best Practice, Clean Core solutions within SAP S/4.    The position will primarily be focused on Supply Chain and Manufacturing SAP modules, integrations to SAP BTP and other 3rd party applications.   The Lead will need excellent problem-solving abilities and would be responsible for positioning the business processes to leverage SAP Best Practice solutions.

Accountabilities 

• Client-End-User-Relations
• Understand and support business processes that integrate with the SAP Procurement, Manufacturing and Logistic modules
• Work with users to understand specific requests for data (e.g. reports, audits, etc.) and extract / deliver the data
• Track open issues through closure
• Ensure that all business requirements are met by continuously validating the configuration 
• Continue to develop client relationships to meet business requirements in conjunction with Business Partners
• Recommend standard technical solutions to meet changing business needs
• Support JSOX and other compliance audits

Specifications

• For complex projects, facilitate and conduct business and functional requirements gathering workshops
• Write Business Requirements Document, functional specifications document and client communications documentation
• Map both simple and complex business processes (AS-IS and TO-BE) and/or larger scope workflow
• Record and document technical and business processes and procedures.

Processes

• Perform business analysis activities and identify areas of potential process improvement.
• Identify and drive SAP Best Practice Solutions
• Lead the development of future recommendations and conduct presentation to the business unit
• Become proficient in Panasonic Business Systems including interfaces and integrations

Testing

• Prepare test plans and scripts; perform unit and quality assurance testing.
• Review and approve end user test cases
• Participate in and validate user acceptance testing
• Participate in software selection based on documented business requirements
• Participate in analysis and recommendation of software solutions based on business requirements.

Primary Tasks

• Utilize SAP S/4 Best Practices to provide the business with technology required to perform day to day business functions
• Collaborates with internal and external business partners and has an advanced understanding of business functions and current systems
• Manage integrated functionality and technology dependencies, usability, reliability, performance, and support requirements
• Verify the efficiency and effectiveness of existing systems and develop strategies for improving these systems
• Connect with other SAP S/4 Process Analysts, and business analysts for planning, developing, designing, and implementing new applications and improving existing applications
• Understand and create business process flows
• Creates/facilitates project documents, working directly with the project teams or customers.
• Review technical development documents to ensure Panasonic standards are followed
• Compiles and summarizes advanced organizational and process information from the business partner, including a good understanding of business terminology
• Adheres to IT standards and processes
• Assist in development and execution of Unit Testing, System Integration Testing, and User Acceptance Testing scripts
• Creates presentations and demonstrations
• Performs advanced data collection tasks and leads in requirement gathering/collection
• Directs the creation of training documents/materials and leads business partners’ training sessions
• Recommends creative ways to solve advanced business partners’ needs
• Works with business partners to facilitate understanding of scope, in terms they can understand
• May work on multiple projects as subject matter expert
• May perform some of the duties of an IT Quality Assurance Analyst or acts as a Project Manager on small projects

Scope

• Follow IT Directives
• Manage own time and material
• Meet targets assigned
• Interface with all levels of Panasonic Delivery organizations
• May have direct and indirect reports

What You'll Bring

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required, advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum 6 years of experience in IT Solution Architecture and/or Project Management in Supply chain, logistics, manufacturing solutions, EWM awareness is a plus
• Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret advanced business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills – Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of advanced algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to effectively communicate business and technical information with all levels of employees.
• Ability to consider enterprise issues while developing solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of the application of business workflow and requirements.

Oral Communication

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
• Listens and gets clarification;
• Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication

• Writes clearly and informatively;
• Edits work for spelling and grammar;
• Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively;
• Able to read and interpret written information.

Adaptability

• Adapts to changes in the work environment;
• Manages competing demands;
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Effective Use of Basic Tools

• Excel, Word, Power Point, Flow Charting, etc.

Competencies

• Problem solving, innovation, collaboration
• Understand and promote standard SAP S/4 Best Practice Solutions
• Identify, research problems
• Determine logical solutions by leveraging expertise and experience
• Use broad systems thinking
• Be creative/innovative
• Be detail orientated
• Exercise confidentiality
• Have a service mindset
• Be empathetic
• Promote teamwork

Communications

• Regular communications with all levels of business unit and PNA IT management
• The ability to influence and persuade management on areas of business improvement is a significant competency.

Other Requirements

• Remote employment
• Travel up to 25%

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic prioritizes total wellbeing. We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. ​

• Competitive compensation package 
• Comprehensive benefits  
• Pet Insurance  
• Paid Parental Care Leave  
• Employee Referral Program
• Educational Assistance  
• Flexible Work Program
• Volunteer time Off
• Casual Dress Code
• Total Well Being Program

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. 

The wage range of $142,000 - $155,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. *The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.

​We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!​

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic.

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Salary : $142,000 - $155,000