Job Description

Lindt & Sprüngli is searching for a Senior Systems Analyst (SAP PP/MM) who would be responsible for the overall delivery of the SAP services across the business domains of Production Planning, Materials management, logistics & warehouse management for the Lindt companies in North America. He/she is responsible for defining, planning, and executing the delivery management functions including System Enhancements & Projects, Process & Change Management, and Service, Incident & Problem Management in PP/MM domain.

This role requires a deep understanding of SAP solutions, and strong communication and leadership skills. The ideal candidate should be a hands-on professional who enjoys rolling up his or her sleeves working across cross-functional teams to deliver services, meet service levels and mature IT operations.

Solution Architect (SAP PP/MM) has the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Delivery of SAP PP/MM module for.
• Projects & system enhancements
• End user support services.
• System upgrades, migrations & implementation of new functions & features
• Coordinate with internal teams, IT business partners, business users, and third-party vendors to ensure alignment on tasks, objectives, and deliverables.
• Track work progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies as needed for PP/MM area.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with users and other stakeholders, understanding their business needs and providing solutions that add value.
• Communicate regularly with various stakeholders and with the internal team to provide updates, address concerns, and gather feedback for continuous improvement in the PP/MM area.
• Configuration and implementation of the following SAP modules based on business requirements: Production Planning (PP), materials management, procurement (and connections to accounts payable), and inventory including radio frequency.
• Execute and lead testing process (unit and integration test).
• Application support, facilitate changes, respond to tickets, and train end users.
• Aid in the management of third-party vendors.
• Provide support to management regarding strategy and roadmap planning.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience or 2 full implementation cycles in the S/4 modules listed below (or ECC equivalent):
• S/4 HANA Manufacturing or ECC Equivalent
• S/4 HANA MM/Procurement or ECC Equivalent
• Proven track record in configuring and customizing S/4 HANA Manufacturing, Material & Warehouse management functions.
• RF scan gun framework and RF configuration
• Familiarity of the underlying technical underpinnings of SAP.
• Knowledge and understanding of the following end-to-end business processes: production, co-packing/co-manufacturing, supply chain and logistics, production planning and scheduling, stock transport orders, goods movement, goods issues, cycle counting, outbound and inbound delivery document management, pick/pack and ship, RF processing and barcoding, and batch management.
• Strong technical expertise in SAP S/4HANA, including the modules PP, MM is required.
• Understanding of the interaction of PP and MM processes with other business processes and SAP modules (mainly IBP, FICO, SD and EWM)
• Significant experience in leveraging full capabilities of SAP core functionalities to keep customizations to minimum.
• Experience in complex SAP environments.
• Experience with Integration in areas like MES, SAP EWM etc.
• Experience with Integration in areas like 3PL, TMS, Vendor Management portal etc.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and delivering value to Lindt business.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Familiar with the core processes of a CPG/food and beverage industry
• Flexibility to travel as needed to various company locations.

Personal Characteristics/Skills

• Ability to lead a team.
• Strong customer and quality focus, detail oriented
• Team spirit and collaboration at a global scale
• Synthesis and analytical capabilities
• Oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Company Description

Lindt and Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is the Supply Chain and Business Shared Services Company supporting the Lindt & Sprüngli family of brands (Lindt USA, Ghirardelli Chocolates and Russell Stover Chocolates), headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Principals only, please.