Systems Analyst (SAP B1)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Business Systems Analyst specialized in SAP B1 to enhance their core business applications. This hands-on role involves supporting wholesale and retail operations, working closely with IT and users to ensure functionality and data integrity. Key responsibilities include managing application configurations, facilitating integrations, and driving system improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in wholesale, distribution, or retail environments is essential.
• Familiarity with data workflows and functional support of SAP B1.
• Hands-on approach with experience working in a SAP HANA environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional support for SAP Business One and manage application issues.
• Liaise with vendors and assist in user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Contribute to automation of processes and system enhancements.

Skills

SAP Business One

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Integration

SQL

eCommerce Integrations

Tools

Codeless Platforms BPA

Boyum B1up

Cindercone Magma

Power BI

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Systems Analyst (SAP B1), Preston, Lancashire

Client: SystemsAccountants

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Business Systems Analyst (SAP B1)

Location: Gamston, Nottingham (3x a week on-site)

Salary dependent on experience.

SystemsAccountants are currently working on behalf of a SAP B1 client to find a Business Systems Analyst to focus on their SAP B1 application. This is a hands-on systems support and improvement role, focused on maintaining and enhancing the core business applications that support wholesale and retail operations. The role sits within the IT team and acts as the internal subject matter expert for SAP Business One, CCO, and key integrated systems including eCommerce platforms, WMS, and business analytics. The role will work closely with users, vendors, and the Head of IT to deliver both day-to-day support and long-term system improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide functional support and configuration for SAP Business One and associated applications (e.g., B1 Apps).
• Manage application issues, user roles, permissions, and routine support across business units.
• Maintain and support data integrations between SAP and platforms such as Shopify, BigCommerce, Proteus, and CCO.
• Liaise with vendors to manage escalations and change requests.
• Assist with user acceptance testing (UAT), documentation, and internal training.
• Contribute to the automation of manual processes and system enhancements using all available tools and in collaboration with IT and business teams.
• Understand and identify gaps in data and opportunities to improve data capture.
• Work with the Head of IT to support project delivery and business change initiatives.
• Provide data validation, issue triage, and integration oversight for business-critical workflows.

Role Requirements

• Practical knowledge of SAP Business One, including functional support, configuration, and data workflows.
• Experience with complementary tools such as Codeless Platforms BPA, Boyum B1up, and Cindercone Magma.
• Familiarity with eCommerce integrations, WMS, POS, and ERP reporting tools.
• Experience in wholesale, distribution, or retail environments.
• Understanding of how business processes translate into system requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps & PowerAutomate desirable).
• Experience working with SQL (Ideally in a SAP HANA environment).
• Exposure to Power BI, Data ETL tools, and awareness of DAX or Power Query (desirable, not essential).
• Confident communicator, able to explain system issues to non-technical users and coordinate with third parties.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.