SAP Analyst - PP​/APO

Job Details

Job Location:

Oxnard, CA 93030

Salary Range: $ - $ Salary

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.

• 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 elevate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.

This job does not have any supervisory activities.

To 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.

• Experienced 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.

• Understanding of SAP equipment records and serialized inventory.
• SAP ABAP experience.
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).

Bachelor'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.

Computer Science

5-10 years

Must 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.

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