Lead SAP Business Systems Analyst - Production Planning and Execution

Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States Job ID: R0062026 Date Posted: 2024-09-18 Company Name: HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Company We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving. From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production. We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering. Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you'll be part of a global network that's shaping the future of industrial power. Summary of the position: The SAP Production Planning (PP) Lead Business Analyst is responsible for leading the SAP PP module to optimize production planning, scheduling, and control processes within the organization. This role involves managing the implementation, configuration, and support of SAP PP functionalities and providing expert guidance on best practices. The SAP PP Lead Business Analyst will work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and IT teams to ensure that production planning aligns with business goals and drives operational efficiency. Duties and responsibilities: SAP PP Management: Lead the implementation, configuration, and support of the SAP Production Planning module. Manage system upgrades, enhancements, and patches within the SAP PP environment. Ensure the SAP PP module system configuration aligns with the organization's production processes and overall business strategy. System Integration and Configuration: Configure key SAP PP components, including demand management, material requirements planning (MRP), production orders, and capacity planning. Integrate SAP PP with other SAP modules such as MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), and QM (Quality Management) to ensure seamless data flow. Configure SAP PP solutions to meet specific business requirements, optimizing production schedules and resource utilization. Business Process Optimization: Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to identify process improvements and automation opportunities within production planning and control. Develop and implement best practices for planning, scheduling, and production execution using SAP PP. Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional specifications for system enhancements. Project Leadership: Lead SAP PP-related projects, including planning, resource allocation, and coordination with cross-functional teams. Manage project timelines, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion. Work closely with stakeholders to align SAP PP configurations with overall project goals. Support and Training: Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for SAP PP-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to production operations. Develop and deliver training programs for end-users to enhance their proficiency in SAP PP functionalities. Maintain comprehensive documentation of SAP PP configurations, business processes, and system changes. Reporting and Compliance: Generate and maintain accurate production planning and scheduling reports using SAP PP tools. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry standards, and audit requirements within the SAP PP module. Maintain data integrity and accuracy across production planning processes. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. SAP PP certification is highly desirable. Minimum of 10 years of experience working with SAP Production Planning, including multiple full life-cycle implementation experience. Proven expertise in SAP PP configuration, customization, and integration with other SAP modules. Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, and control processes. Experience leading SAP projects and working with cross-functional teams. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Preferred Skills Experience with S/4HANA and Fiori apps related to SAP Production Planning module. Knowledge of SAP integration with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and other production systems. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and production optimization strategies. Strong leadership and project management capabilities. Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and projects. Key Behaviors Manages time effectively, meets deadlines, and achieves established goals and objectives. Assists in the establishment, accomplishment, and continuous evaluation of goals. Assumes responsibility for the accuracy of work processes and the flow of multiple tasks. Direct reports: No The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety policies and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace. This job description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion. Hitachi Global Air Power is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.