SAP/FICO Systems Manager - Des Plaines, United States - Randstad USA

Randstad USA Des Plaines, United States

1 month ago

Full time

Description

job summary:
Position Overview:

Embarking on an implementation of SAP S/4 HANA into a global template. Reporting to the CIO, the SAP Manager is responsible for managing the successful implementation and on-going operation of the ERP systems from a functional and technical perspective. This position works with all Information Technology functions in the US and Global , such as Infrastructure, Application Development, WMS, TMS, FF, BI, and Data & Analytics. This role will interface with many internal and external customers including business owners and representatives from all business disciplines such as Sales, Engineering, Account Management, Operations and Finance. They will also have contact with vendors and external customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Serve as liaison supporting SAP S/4 HANA between Global SAP Support team and other Finance & Operations teams.

Support the business as a subject matter expert of multiple business processes such as FICO, AR, AP, SD, MM, within SAP

Create & manage a team of business analysts and engage global SAP Support team in Singapore to insure system processes are aligned with best business practices and global business requirements.

Manage business analyst and global developers to insure successful completion of ERP systems implementations, supporting project schedules, and resource planning

Challenge business analysts and functional business representative to continually strive to improve business process by identifying areas for improvement, supporting process re-engineering projects, recommending proven efficient ERP processes, and implementing needed changes.

Challenge team to look for opportunities for cost reductions within the IS/IT organization, and within the functional areas.

Develop & assist planning for global support of SAP and other ERP-related applications are deployed globally.

Manage business analyst team to insure support levels are maintained for the ERP system(s) user community.

Keep abreast of new ERP application offerings, supporting applications, and encourage business analysts to do the same.

Coordinate and encourage business analysts to collaborate with corporate IS/IT resources.

Assist in the development of support structure and relationships, and manage those relationships, as required.

Collaborate with representative from the various organizations to ensure all system design requirements adequately meet the business requirements

Manage the process were the end users translates general requirements into system specifications.

Identify and document requirements for application configuration, implementation, and training.

Managing the development of test plans and training documentation that is relevant to the business processes.

Plan and manage system testing required for software upgrades and in functionality

implementation.

Plan and manage user training as it applies to ERP implementations, as required.

Work with remote team members, outsourced resources, and users to effectively complete tasks.

Directly work with external customers, vendors, etc. to define business processes or resolve issues, as required.

Support the Finance team with the close processes

Post implementation, manage the issue resolution. This includes issue identification and clarification, resolution tracking and communication of resolution to the user and/or user community.

Identify areas opportunities for cost reduction within the IT organization.

Additional duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in required. Master's Degree is preferred.

8+ years of IT experience

5+ years of IT Planning experience

Experience in managing technical teams

Experience in developing business processes

Experience in managing and implementing SAP systems, specifically SAP S/4 HANA

Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment

Ability to communicate well with individuals from a wide range of disciplines and backgrounds

including C-level executives

A strong analytical ability needed to interpret the user community's needs and translate these into application requirements

strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to multi-task, managing multiple priorities

Commitment to deadlines and deliverables

Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Computer skills related to Microsoft Office applications

Ability to travel 10% or less

location: DES PLAINES, Illinois
job type: Permanent
salary: $145, ,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:
Position Overview:

Embarking on an implementation of SAP S/4 HANA into a global template. Reporting to the CIO, the SAP Manager is responsible for managing the successful implementation and on-going operation of the ERP systems from a functional and technical perspective. This position works with all Information Technology functions in the US and Global , such as Infrastructure, Application Development, WMS, TMS, FF, BI, and Data & Analytics. This role will interface with many internal and external customers including business owners and representatives from all business disciplines such as Sales, Engineering, Account Management, Operations and Finance. They will also have contact with vendors and external customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities