Description:

Configure and maintain one or more enterprise applications and maintenance processes used to meet the organizations on-going SAP information needs. Set work assignments and priorities for other SAP configurators. Deliver SAP MM and SD configuration in a manner that produces value-adding, timely and cost effective results.

Key Job Activities: List the ongoing day-to-day essential job responsibilities in priority order (it is not necessary to list every activity; you may just list the most important ones). Indicate the estimated percentage of time spent on each of these activities.

Activities % of Time Spent

1) Deliver high-quality configuration that meets business needs on a timely basis. Work with the Application Architecture, Data Architecture, Project Management, Information Portfolio Management and Client Support groups to design and deliver solutions that fit within the established architecture guidelines. In conjunction with the Information Portfolio Management group, ensure the completion of SAP MM and SD deliverables, ensuring that they are coordinated with and meet the requirements of the business users. Manage technically complex configuration assignments.
50%
2) Assist with the development of and deliver on MM and SD modules and identify and implement improvement plans where appropriate. Own the resolution of problems as it pertains to assigned SAP configuration. Work with the Client Support group to continuously reduce the number of support issues and improve client satisfaction.
30%
3) In conjunction with Information Portfolio Management, prioritize requests and complete requests. Working with other Enterprise Applications resources, plan and manage capacity in the short and long term, ensuring that the appropriate mix of resource skills are maintained and that the highest value activities receive priority.
10%
4) Investigate and stay abreast of current and upcoming versions of tools and platforms in use by SAP. Support and maintain SAP tools used for configuration and testing. Consistently employ the processes established for the delivery of software such that the configuration delivered meets the time, cost and quality targets defined by the business. Adopt and institute best practices as directed. Create and maintain processes and tools to deliver configuration that meets the time, cost and quality targets defined by the business. Educate the group on these processes and ensure their usage on an ongoing basis. Possess strong ability to provide mentoring and coaching development and testing skills to other team members. 10%


Scope of Work: Briefly describe the level/type of contacts that will interact with the position; impact of the position on the business, level/type of authority, independence, complexity, analysis, judgement and decisions; and number of people reporting to this position and their titles.

Primary contacts will be all levels of management in the organization, Business users, IS staff and external service providers. Implement practices that ensure delivery of business software on time, on budget and within defined requirements.

This position should maintain an advanced working knowledge of SAP MM, a working knowledge of SD, systems interfaces, and business processes. Judiciously balances resource demands between project work, enhancements, maintenance and production fixes. Needs to adjust quickly to changing priorities based on sound business judgment and impact analysis. Needs to be able to make quick decisions on limited information. Must be responsive to problems raised by the business
Experience: Education and Experience Required: (including certifications)

Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required. Masters degree is a plus.
Must have demonstrated ability to build quick and effective work rapport with others and strong teambuilding skills.
Must be capable of functioning as a senior SAP MM configuration resource. Needs to possess working knowledge of SD configuration.
Must demonstrate strong customer focus, communication skills, a strong sense of urgency, and a win-win approach to meeting business requirements and resolving problems.
Must be familiar with SAP configuration in 4.7, project management frameworks, and software delivery tools.
Nice to have certification in SAP modules.
Must be able to understand and translate business processes into effective configuration.
o At least 5+ years hands-on SAP configuration experience of demonstrable advanced configuration skills in MM with some SD configuration experience.
o Must have demonstrated hands-on experience with SAP versions 4.6 and up. Must be able to prioritize configuration work for project completion.
Strong estimating skills: Must be able to provide high level estimates, for design through deployment of projects and enhancements, then break them down into task level and coordinate with other developers on detailed estimates.
Able to manage large and small projects and maintenance tasks simultaneously and in an organized and results-oriented manner. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here