Business System Analyst, Source to Pay

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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Business System Analyst to join our Source to Pay (S2P) space and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Procurement applications and specifically in SAP Ariba and SAP MM area, with a deep understanding of procurement processes, Supply Chain Management, Finance process, and Enterprise Asset Management.

Responsibilities

System Expertise:

• Serve as a subject matter expert for Procurement systems (SAP MM and SAP Ariba).

  
  

• Strong cross-functional integration knowledge with SAP WM, EWM, FI, AP, EAM, and Planning.

  
  

• Provide guidance on system configurations, enhancements, Integrations, reporting, workflows, and upgrades.

  
  

• Lead the implementation of GIS/IT systems for procurement processes, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver successful solutions.

  
  

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

  
  

• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the procurement lifecycle and leverage GIS/IT solutions to streamline workflows, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency.

  
  

• Generate reports and insights to support data-driven decision-making.

  
  

• Troubleshoot and provide technical resolutions throughout Procure to pay space and integrations with Quality, VIM, GTS, Production Planning, Warehouse, Finance

  
  

GIS/IT Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive GIS/IT strategy aligned with the overall Global Procurement goals, ensuring optimal utilization of technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration.

  
  

• Deploy strategy to integrate across procurement landscape.

  
  

• Understand and align GIS/IT initiatives with the broader business goals and objectives of the organization.

  
  

• Ensure that GIS/IT efforts contribute directly to improving procurement efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall business performance.

  
  

• Develop a technology roadmap that outlines the planned GIS/IT initiatives over a specific time frame.

  
  

• Prioritize technology investments based on their potential impact on procurement processes, cost savings, and strategic objectives.

  
  

• Stay abreast of emerging GIS and IT trends, tools, and technologies that could bring innovation to procurement processes.

  
  

• Evaluate and pilot new technologies, such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics, to enhance decision-making and efficiency.

  
  

• Design GIS/IT solutions with scalability and flexibility in mind, anticipating the evolving needs of the global procurement function.

  
  

• Evaluate cloud-based solutions and scalable architectures to accommodate growth and changing business requirements.

  
  

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and business units to understand their requirements and align procurement system strategies accordingly.

  
  

• Collaborate with external GIS/IT vendors to ensure effective delivery of services and solutions.

  
  

• Maintain stakeholder relationships and stay abreast of emerging technologies to drive innovation.

  
  

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.

  
  

• Maintain active communication with business users and stakeholders to manage expectations regarding changes to the system and the introduction of new and enhanced functionalities.

  
  

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years relevant SAP consulting experience in a professional services environment

  
  

• Proven functional experience (+ years) in Source to Pay (S2P) systems.

  
  

• Expertise in SAP MM and Ariba Buying, including configuration, integration, and implementation experience.

  
  

• Ability to work independently with Stakeholders on requirement understanding and providing solutions

  
  

• Ability to cope up with the fast-paced work environment

  
  

• Able to develop functional specifications for system enhancements and explain in technical terms to the development team

  
  

• S4 HANA implementation experience

  
  

• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, supply chain processes, and strong cross-functional knowledge.

  
  

• Functional testing experience along with building test cases and test scripts execution

  
  

• Good to have knowledge on Enterprise Asset Management, Ariba SCC and EWM applications

  
  

• Ability to analyze data, generate insights, and make strategic recommendations.

  
  

• Certifications in SAP modules preferred.

  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, a related field, or equivalent work experience; Master's degree preferred.

  
  

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

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