Remote SAP Business Analyst - Publishing Operations

Bertelsmann-Jobs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Random House is seeking a Business Analyst to support the SAP MM/PP/PS modules within Publishing Operations. The role is hybrid, based in New York City, with open remote flexibility.

You will gather requirements, analyze data, document specifications, and collaborate with IT, production, inventory and sales to ensure system accuracy and smooth day-to-day operations; 3-5 years SAP experience required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of SAP analyst experience required.
• SAP MM/PP/PS modules knowledge is a plus.
• Strong Excel / Access Macros experience is a plus.
• Advanced SQL query writing experience a plus.
• Experience in book publishing is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot system issues with users and IT, including data problems.
• Pull large data sets with database tools and analyze to identify issues and solutions.
• Document issues and processes; share best practices with users.
• Manage data maintenance in SAP as needed.
• Translate technical problems into business language for decision-making.
• Create functional specifications and collaborate with developers.
• Create test cases and execute system enhancements.
• Own projects end-to-end with cross-team collaboration.
• Analyze problems, propose solutions, and prioritize.

Skills

SAP MM/PP/PS knowledge

ABAP knowledge

Excel macros

SQL queries

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Data-driven

Tools

SAP

Job description

Penguin Random House is seeking a Business Analyst to support the SAP MM/PP/PS modules within Publishing Operations. The role is hybrid, based in New York City, with open remote flexibility.

You will gather requirements, analyze data, document specifications, and collaborate with IT, production, inventory and sales to ensure system accuracy and smooth day-to-day operations; 3-5 years SAP experience required.