Systems Analyst

CJ Schwan’s; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s in Hopkins, MN is seeking a Systems Analyst to drive technology innovation in our Foodservice Order to Cash operations. You’ll translate business strategy into system requirements, model processes, and ensure SAP SD, TPM, and Salesforce CRM deliver maximum value across the enterprise.

Lead projects from concept to completion, manage budgets and roadmaps, and mentor junior analysts while promoting Lean and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years in a systems analyst role.
• 3+ years as a systems analyst (Order to Cash focus, ideally).
• Knowledge of TPM and CRM solutions.
• Strong skills in testing, functional spec writing, and process modeling.
• Proven project management, change management, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Bridge business and IT, aligning technology with Foodservice strategy.
• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean and continuous improvement.
• Define, document, and implement innovative O2C, TPM and CRM solutions.
• Manage project plans, budgets, and roadmaps; ensure timely delivery and system quality.
• Support, troubleshoot, and enhance existing systems to exceed user expectations.
• Mentor junior analysts and champion best practices in systems development.

Skills

Lean & CI

Process modeling

Project management

Business-IT alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Trade Promotion Management (TPM)

Salesforce CRM

Job description

CJ Schwan’s, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Our many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® and Bibigo Asian-style snacks. Schwan’s is a place for people with an appetite for more. To learn about joining a team where you can belong, contribute, and thrive, visit www.schwanscompany.com .

We’re looking for a business and systems savvy Systems Analyst to drive technology innovation in our Foodservice Order to Cash operations. Partner with our leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement, implement advanced solutions, and ensure systems like SAP Sales and Distribution (SD), Telus Trade Promotion Management (TPM) and Salesforce.com (CRM) deliver maximum value. You’ll lead projects from concept to completion—translating strategy into requirements, modeling business processes, managing budgets and roadmaps, and ensuring smooth change management. Your expertise in SAP/S4 Hana, logistics systems, and continuous improvement will help us optimize order to cash processes across the enterprise.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the bridge between business and IT, aligning technology with Foodservice strategy.
• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean and continuous improvement principles.
• Define, document, and implement innovative O2C, TPM and CRM solutions.
• Manage project plans, budgets, and roadmaps; ensure timely delivery and system quality.
• Support, troubleshoot, and enhance existing systems to exceed user expectations.
• Mentor junior analysts and champion best practices in systems development.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent years in a systems analyst role).
• 3+ years as a systems analyst (Order to Cash focus, ideally).
• Knowledge of Trade Promotion Management (TPM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions.
• Strong skills in testing, functional spec writing, and process modeling.
• Proven project management, change management, and collaboration skills.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $125,000 annually with eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus, which is based on organizational performance. The salary range represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.