Business Applications Specialist

Business Applications Specialist

Location:

Norcross

Working hours:

40

Job Summary

As part of our Global IT team, the Business Applications Specialist will ensure the seamless implementation, smooth operation, and efficient use of our SAP ERP business applications across production and warehouse operations. The role bridges the gap between user business needs and technical application aspects, collaborating with the global IT organization at DEUTZ AG. Responsibilities include analyzing local business requirements, translating them into finalized IT concepts, and aligning local IT projects with high‑impact global initiatives.

Essential

Duties And Responsibilities Requirements Analysis

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and technical specifications.
• Work with business stakeholders to identify and implement solutions to address application usage issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation for business application configurations and procedures.
• Analyze application usage data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

IT Project & Training Support

• Support the IT project lifecycle from demand management, project meetings, data migration activities, testing, change management, go‑live, and hyper‑care.
• Participate in and support initial training sessions and update training documents in collaboration with the local training department.

Maintenance and Support

• Provide ongoing support to end users, including answering questions, resolving issues, and providing technical guidance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical application issues reported by end users.
• Organize and perform regular application maintenance tasks with vendors and Global IT, such as updates and security patches.
• Monitor application performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in application upgrades and migrations.
• Develop and deliver technical documentation for new and existing business applications and features.

Other Duties

• Stay up to date on the latest operations business application trends and technologies.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve business processes.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment between business needs and IT capabilities.

Other Qualifications

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Individual Contributor

Travel Requirements

• Anticipated domestic and international travel approximately 25% depending on business needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years of experience supporting major business applications (SAP).
• 3 years of experience analyzing business operations and translating them into IT solutions.
• 3 years of experience configuring or supporting at least one of the following SAP modules: MM, WM, PP.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with SAP S/4
  
  HANA.
• Experience with ABAP debugging/programming.
• Project management certifications.
• Certifications in major business applications (SAP).
• Experience in SAP/IT consulting.
• Hands‑on experience working in operation areas (production/warehouse).

Physical Requirements

• The Business Applications Specialist works in an office area; typically quiet to moderate noise level.
• Visits in manufacturing assembly and warehouse environments are necessary, subject to noise, dust, diesel fuel, oil, and extreme hot/cold temperatures. No air conditioning.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

EEO Statement

DEUTZ is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

DEUTZ also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

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