SAP Analyst - PP/APO 2

HAAS Automation Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Haas Automation Inc. in Oxnard, CA seeks an SAP APO Analyst 2 to design, configure, and implement SAP APO DP, SNP, CTM and PP solutions. You will gather business requirements, develop specifications, configure systems, and lead testing and deployment with SAP best practices.

Candidates should have 5-10 years in planning and SAP APO, ABAP experience, CPIM/CSCP preferred, and a Bachelor's degree. Travel up to 5% may be required; strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Planning, Detail Scheduling, Execution and Monitoring processes including demand planning, rough-cut planning, production planning and alert management.
• Working knowledge of SAP Logistics Execution and manufacture processes such as order management, stock transfers, purchasing and production.
• Strong understanding of SAP APO planning concepts in DP, CTM and SNP.
• Strong understanding of SAP PP planning concepts.
• Understanding of planning procedures and heuristic profiles.
• Understanding of SAP Master Data related to planning – Material Master, Bills of Materials, Production Versions, MRP Areas and Transportation Lanes.
• Strong understanding of data transfers utilizing SAP CIF functionality.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and implement SAP APO DP/SNP/CTM/PP solutions to meet business requirements.
• Configure and modify system settings and perform testing.
• Coordinate module and system integration testing.
• Identify areas for process improvement using new technologies.
• Collaborate with users to determine requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPIM

CSCP

Tools

SAP DP

SAP SNP

CTM

PP

SAP CIF

ABAP

Job description

The SAP APO Analyst 2 role is to create and implement solutions to meet the business requirements utilizing SAP APO Demand Planning (DP), Supply Network Planning (SNP), Capable to Match (CTM) and Production Planning (PP). This includes gathering and analyzing business requirements; design, configure, develop specifications and manage development through testing implementation according to SAP best practices.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Add Essential Duties and Responsibilities according to position.Analyzes, designs, and develops system functional specifications consulting with users to determine hardware, software, and system functional requirements.Implements best solutions according to SAP DP, SNP, CTM and PP modules based on business requirements, leveraging standard capabilities where possible.Designs, develops, documents, creates and carries out system configuration modifications.Coordinates module and system integration testing based on user or system design specifications.Uses discretion and independent judgment to proactively look for areas of improvement in system related business processes, using new technologies that can improve efficiency and enhance competitive advantage.Accurately estimates workload.Utilizes SAP Support portal and SDN network in support of SAP implementation.Lead and implement continuous improvement processes.Work independently, or as a member of a team.Communicates effectively both horizontally with peers and customers, and vertically with management.Manages multiple priorities with minimal supervision from the manager.0-5% travel required.• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervised EmployeesThis job does not have any supervisory activities.0QualificationsTo perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Minimum QualificationsExperienced in Planning, Detail Scheduling, Execution and Monitoring processes including demand planning, rough-cut planning, production planning and alert management.Working knowledge of related SAP Logistic Execution and manufacture processes such as order management, stock transfers, purchasing and production.Strong understanding of SAP APO planning concepts in Demand Planning (DP), Capable to Match (CTM) and Supply Network Planning (SNP).Strong understanding of SAP PP planning concepts.Understanding of planning procedures and heuristic profiles.Understanding of SAP Master Data related to planning – Material Master, Bills of Materials, Production Versions, MRP Areas and Transportation Lanes.Strong understanding of data transfers utilizing SAP CIF (Core Interface) functionality.Desired QualificationsUnderstanding of SAP equipment records and serialized inventory.SAP ABAP experience.APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Change Professional (CSCP).EducationBachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred MajorComputer ScienceMinimum Years of Experience5-10 yearsLanguage SkillsMust have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.Mathematical SkillsMust have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must have the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. May need to draw and interpret graphs.Reasoning AbilityMust have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions such as mathematical and/or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical ActivityDurationSittingFrequentlyStandingFrequentlyWalkingOccasionallyBending (neck)FrequentlyBending (waist)RarelySquattingNeverTwisting (neck)OccasionallyTwisting (waist)OccasionallyClimbingNeverKneelingNeverCrawlingNeverReaching (above shoulder level)OccasionallyReaching (below shoulder level)OccasionallyHand UseDurationRepetitive use of handFrequentlySimple graspingFrequentlyPower graspingRarelyFine manipulationFrequentlyPushing & PullingOccasionallyVisionRequiredClose visionYesDistance visionYesColor visionYesPeripheral visionYesDepth perceptionYesAdjust focusYesLifting RequirementsDuration0-10 lbs.Occasionally11-25 lbs.Occasionally26-50 lbs.Never51-60 lbs.Never61+ lbs.NeverEquipment UseDurationThis position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.FrequentlyWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Noise LevelThe noise level in the work environment is usually:LowWork EnvironmentDurationThis position operates in a general office or engineering lab environmentConstantlyEmployee will work around machining or on the production floorNeverEmployee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrationNeverEmployee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particlesNeverEmployee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heatNeverEmployee is exposed to risk of electrical shockNever