Senior SAP Business Analyst - Manufacturing Operations

Uzin Utz Ag; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

A manufacturing enterprise in Waco, TX is seeking a Senior SAP Business Analyst to support SAP S/4HANA across manufacturing operations. This role focuses on optimizing processes, resolving system issues, and supporting cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 7+ years of SAP experience, strong analytical skills, and a relevant bachelor’s degree. The position promotes continuous improvement while ensuring system efficiency and data integrity, with hands-on support across various functions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on SAP experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Strong functional expertise across MRP, purchasing, and sales processes.
• Demonstrated success resolving system issues and driving improvements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary SAP subject matter expert across multiple functions.
• Provide day-to-day SAP support and maintain data integrity.
• Train end users to drive effective SAP utilization.

Skills

SAP expertise

Business acumen

Data analysis

MRP and production planning

Advanced Excel

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Smartsheet

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join Our Team as a Senior SAP Business Analyst – Manufacturing Operations!

Work Location: Waco, TX (On-Site)
Department: Technology
Reports To: Director, Technology
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel Requirements: 0–20%

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a highly analytical, hands‑on Senior SAP Business Analyst – Manufacturing Operations to serve as a key functional and technical partner supporting our SAP S/4HANA environment across manufacturing and supply chain operations.

This role is ideal for a systems‑savvy professional who thrives at the intersection of technology and operations. You bring deep SAP expertise, strong business acumen, and the ability to translate complex operational needs into scalable system solutions. You are comfortable working across both shop floor and corporate environments, partnering with stakeholders to improve processes, resolve issues, and drive data‑informed decision‑making.

You will play a critical role in ensuring SAP effectively supports production, planning, procurement, and financial integration while enabling continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. You should also bring a strong curiosity to learn new software tools and the ability to identify practical solutions outside of mainstream systems when necessary.

Position Overview

The Senior SAP Business Analyst – Manufacturing Operations serves as a key functional and technical partner supporting the organization’s SAP S/4HANA environment across manufacturing and supply chain operations. This role is responsible for aligning system capabilities with business needs, ensuring that SAP effectively supports day‑to‑day operations, process optimization, and data‑driven decision‑making.

Acts as the primary SAP point of contact, partnering cross‑functionally with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Sales and Finance to analyze processes, resolve system issues, and deliver scalable solutions. Requires strong expertise in end‑to‑end manufacturing workflows, including MRP, production, procurement, sales and distribution, master data, and product costing. This position operates in a hands‑on capacity with both shop floor and office stakeholders to identify gaps, optimize system use, and drive continuous improvement. Evaluates and implements system enhancements or complementary tools to improve efficiency and support a data‑driven, high‑performing manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities

SAP Operations Support

• Serve as the primary SAP subject matter expert and point of contact across Production, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Finance.
• Provide hands‑on support for day‑to‑day SAP transactions, including MRP, production orders, purchase orders, sales orders, deliveries, and billing.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of master data, including materials, BOMs, routings, work centers, customers, vendors, pricing, and cost data.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system and process issues to ensure uninterrupted operational performance.

Process & System Optimization

• Evaluate current processes across MRP, production, procurement, sales & distribution, and inventory management to identify and implement improvements.
• Translate business requirements into clear functional specifications and partner with Corporate IT or external vendors to execute solutions.
• Support system enhancements, upgrades, and implementations, including testing, validation, and deployment.
• Develop and maintain clear process documentation and user‑friendly work instructions.
• Leverage complementary tools (e.g., Smartsheet, advanced Excel) to enhance reporting, tracking, and operational efficiency.
• Support standard costing processes, cost rollups, and periodic cost updates within SAP.
• Partner with Finance and Operations to analyze production variances, material usage, and margin performance.
• Conduct cost analysis to support new product introductions, process improvements, and make‑or‑buy decisions.
• Ensure alignment between material movements and financial postings, supporting accurate inventory, WIP, and COGS reporting.

Training & Change Management

• Train and support end users across functions, including planners, buyers, production, and warehouse teams, to drive effective SAP utilization.
• Support SAP‑related aspects of new product launches, process changes, and plant expansions.
• Promote standardized processes and best practices to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Partner with key users and business leaders to drive adoption, process consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned – Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education / Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Accounting/Controlling, Information Systems, or related field
• 7+ years of hands‑on SAP experience supporting manufacturing operations across multiple sites.
• Strong functional expertise across:
  • MRP and production planning
  • Purchasing and procurement processes
  • Sales & Distribution (order‑to‑cash)
  • Master data management
  • Product costing and variance analysis
  • Integration of material movements with financial and controlling processes
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA preferred; ECC experience acceptable.
• Proven experience serving as a central SAP resource supporting both operations and finance.
• Demonstrated success supporting end users, resolving system issues, and driving process/system improvements.
• Experience participating in system enhancements, implementations, and testing cycles.
• Advanced data analysis capabilities, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data modeling, large datasets).
• Experience with Smartsheet or similar tools for workflow tracking and process optimization preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and ability to work effectively within a multicultural organization.
• Continuous learning mindset with a proactive approach to identifying practical, scalable solutions.

Preferred / Nice to Have:

• Experience in SAP Controlling (CO), particularly in product costing and profitability analysis.
• Exposure to process mapping and workflow tools (e.g., Visio, Smartsheet), with strong preference for Smartsheet experience.
• Experience working in a global or international business environment.
• SAP certifications (or equivalent hands‑on expertise).
• Familiarity with SAP Analytics Cloud or similar reporting/analytics tools.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (generous employer contribution)
• Employer‑paid Life, Short‑term, and Long‑term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental benefit options available
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays in 2026

Uzin Utz North America is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.