Analyst-Business

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain and enhance SAP SD system. Develop, coordinate and implement improvements in Sales and Distribution.
• Maintain and enhance Sales system, integrate SAP system with external systems.
• Communicate with customers to ensure they are equipped with the required data interfaces, including but not limited to EDI.
• Analyzes sales, inventory control, distribution, cost analysis, finance, marketing and other business functions to develop new or modified information processing systems.
• Consults with business unit management and personnel to identify and document business needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input and output requirements, data scope, usage, formatting, and security requirements.
• Provides technical assistance in identifying, evaluating and developing systems and procedures.
• Writes and maintains functional specifications for new or modified business processes.
• Lead programmers and a functional team in business systems related projects.
• Consults and coordinates with programmers to design and develop business processes.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements plans to test business and functional processes during system development and quality assurance testing.
• Consults with business unit management and personnel to obtain additional information during system development and evaluate alternatives.
• Research and recommend system solutions, including custom application or other industry solutions
• Communicates and collaborates with technical team and business users as needed when developing/implementing/supporting system solutions
• Analyzes integration, cost analysis, finance, marketing and other business functions in order to develop new or modified information processing systems
• Writes and maintains functional manuals for new or modified business processes
• Provide support toward the certification and ensure compliance with the customer required quality management systems (TISAX, TS16949, IATF, etc.)
• Positions that fall under the functions of Product Development, Legal, HR, IT and Executive Management are required to exercise a higher level of confidentiality and discretion in handling information the positions have access to.

  NON-ESSENTIONAL FUNCTIONS

•   Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED  

  Supervision is typically received from a management member.

SUPERVISION ADMINISTERED

  This position typically does not require the supervision of others

QUALIFICATIONS

  EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING

• • Experience in automotive manufacturing is strongly preferred. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience of 10 years supporting SAP and an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems.)
  • 5 years of Experience in SAP ECC6 SD (Sales and Distribution), and MM (Materials Management) configuration, and analysis.
  • Experience with system installation, configuration, and analysis.
  • Knowledge of networks and cloud computing.
  • Understanding of software application development, ability to support system applications in development, design and deployment.
  • IT budgeting and cost management experience. 

  LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

  Valid U.S. driver’s license required

• PMP and ITIL Certifications, desired

• TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
  • General office equipment includes, but not limited to, a computer, printer, photocopier, shredder, telephone, fax machine, and calculator. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS 

• The ability to identify and solve complex technical problems and break them down into smaller components.
• Ability to think creatively and come up with innovative solutions.
• Meticulous attention to detail in writing code and following best practices.
• Ability to persevere through challenges and setbacks.
• VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS 
• Use verbal skills to transfer information to groups. 
• WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS
• Prepare business documents, client case notes, and technical reports. 
• MATH SKILLS
• Perform basic mathematical computations.

COMPUTER SKILLS 

• Database / Contact Management Software 
• Internet / Email 
• Presentation Software 
• Spreadsheet Software 
• Word Processing Software 

Mental Demands typically required. 

• Concentration and attentiveness
• Manage multiple projects and tasks
• Independent judgment and discretion
• Deescalate high conflict situations
• Read and comprehend instructions/work orders
• Respond to unpredictability
• Organize and prioritize
• Relate to others

PHYSICAL DEMANDS typically required

  FREQUENTLY INCURRED (between 26% and 75% time on job)

• Ability to stand
• Ability to sit
• Ability to communicate orally
• Ability to hear and engage in conversation.

  OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job)

  Ability to walk

• Repetitive finger movement
• Ability to use both hands
• Repetitive twisting or pressure involving wrists or hands

   WORKING CONDITIONS typically required

  FREQUENTLY INCURRED (Average 10% time on job)

- Travel with overnight stays

  PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

  This position typically does not require the use of personal protective equipment. Employees may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses or work gloves, when performing specific tasks in certain work conditions or environments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary of Benefits and EEO statement

  Alps Alpine NA, Inc. offers competitive salaries with a great work environment. Our comprehensive employee benefits package includes:

  PPO Health Benefits (medical/dental/vision) Effective on Start Date

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Opportunity for Annual Bonuses
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Product Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Hybrid Work Location (3 Office :2 Home)

  Alps Alpine NA, Inc. values its members as individuals and is committed to forming an energetic and attractive company where the quality of work is enhanced.

  Alps Alpine North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Alps Alpine NA, Inc. to consider all job applications on the basis of merit without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.