Business Analyst - Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Alta Performance Materials group; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in composites materials is seeking a Business Analyst for Manufacturing & Supply Chain based in Grandview, MO. The role requires a blend of IT and business skills to support manufacturing operations and assist with the transition to SAP S/4HANA. Responsibilities include managing IT demand, leading documentation of processes, and ensuring operational stability. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and experience with SAP systems. This is a full-time opportunity in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or related field required.
• Experience with SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA in manufacturing and supply chain.
• Familiarity with MES ecosystems and shop-floor processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary IT partner for manufacturing and supply chain.
• Translate operational priorities into structured IT demand.
• Support ECC enhancements and S/4HANA transformation activities.

Skills

SAP ECC

SAP S/4HANA

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Planning & MRP

Procurement

Quality Management

EHS reporting

Plant Maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business

Job description

Business Analyst - Manufacturing & Supply Chain page is loaded## Business Analyst - Manufacturing & Supply Chainlocations: US-OH-GRANDVIEWtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: 2026 - 057Alta Performance Materials US, LLCBe Part of a Bold New Chapter in Composites Industry, join **ALTA Performance Materials**ALTA Performance Materials is the global leader in a broad range of general-purpose and high-performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. ALTA Performance Materials are used in several global markets: including building materials; corrosion-resistant fiber reinforced plastic; recreation; transportation; and wind energy. The business has operations in multiple locations in the US, Europe, Brazil, India and China.For decades, we've set the standard for excellence and reliability, elevating the performance in composites. Today, we're writing the next chapter—an independent, future-focused company driven by innovation and a passion for pushing boundaries. Our strength lies in our people: experts and innovators who bring energy and purpose to everything we do. With a portfolio of premium brands and a culture built on trust, proactivity and partnership, we’re shaping the future of composites materials. Join us and help define what’s next.We are currently looking for a Business Analyst to join our team in our Columbus, Ohio office.**Position Summary:**The Business Analyst (BA) – Manufacturing & Supply Chain is an individual contributor role serving as the primary IT partner to plant operations and supply chain functions at ALTA Performance Materials. This role supports manufacturing, planning, procurement, quality, EHS, plant maintenance, and OT adjacent processes while bridging business needs to IT delivery teams.ALTA currently operates on SAP ECC and will transition to SAP S/4HANA within the next year. The role will support current-state ECC operations while playing an active role in the design, testing, and deployment of future-state S/4HANA manufacturing and supply chain capabilities. The position operates within a hosted environment and works closely with MSPs and third-party system integrators.**Key Responsibilities:**The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:* Serve as the primary IT interface for manufacturing plants and supply chain stakeholders.* Build strong relationships with plant leadership through regular engagement and operational understanding.* Translate operational priorities (throughput, service, quality, safety, cost, uptime) into structured IT demand and roadmaps.* Lead discovery and documentation of current and future-state manufacturing and supply chain processes.* Develop functional requirements, process flows, and acceptance criteria for SAP and integrated manufacturing systems.* Translate shop-floor and supply chain requirements into clear deliverables for onshore, offshore, and MSP teams.* Provide functional leadership across: o Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) concepts and ERP integration o Planning & MRP concepts o Procurement and supplier interaction concepts o Quality Management concepts o EHS reporting and compliance concepts o Plant Maintenance and asset management concepts o OT / shop-floor integration considerations* Coordinate closely with Finance, Sales, and Logistics counterparts on end-to-end process impacts.* Support ECC enhancements and operational stability while contributing to S/4HANA transformation activities, including process harmonization, testing, and deployment readiness.* Participate in UAT planning and execution for plant-facing capabilities.* Support cutover activities and hypercare in coordination with project teams and MSP partners.* Work closely with third-party providers on solution delivery, incident management, and continuous improvement.* Ensure clear accountability, requirement clarity, and alignment to SLAs.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field* Experience supporting SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA in manufacturing and supply chain domains.* Experience with MES ecosystems and shop-floor/OT adjacent processes.* Participation in multiple end-to-end SAP projects.* Experience working with global teams, onshore/offshore resources, and MSPs.* Strong ability to translate business requirements & business processes into technical deliverables and influence without authority.**ALTA Performance Materials**is an **Equal Opportunity Employer.** We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.*Be Part of a Bold New Chapter in Composites Industry, join **ALTA Performance Materials****For decades, we've set the standard for excellence and reliability, elevating the performance in composites. Today, we're writing the next chapter—an independent, future-focused company driven by innovation and a passion for pushing boundaries. Our strength lies in our people: experts and innovators who bring energy and purpose to everything we do. With a portfolio of premium brands and a culture built on trust, proactivity and partnership, we’re shaping the future of composites materials. Join us and help define what’s next.*