IT Analyst - SAP MM/WM

Ro le description:

The IT SAP MM/WM Application Analyst acts as an internal consultant for Ardagh Group’s SAP ECC ERP landscape and related sub-systems. The role is primarily responsible for designing, configuring, documenting, and supporting solutions within SAP Materials Management (MM) and Warehouse Management (WM).

Knowledge of SAP Production Planning (PP) is considered a strong advantage, particularly in manufacturing-integrated processes.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and technical IT specifications
• Design, configure, and document SAP ECC solutions in MM and WM
• Provide expert understanding of SAP MM/WM functionality and end-to-end integration
• Actively support and communicate business process knowledge across Procurement, Inventory Management, Invoice Verification, Logistics Execution, and Warehouse Management
• Proactively progress project or support requests according to SLA to include configuration of solution in SAP MM and SAP WM modules
• Serve as the primary IT contact for functional business units and process owners for:
  • Application support
  • Change requests and enhancements
  • New process and system requirements
• Understand and support complex, cross-functional business processes, serving as a subject matter expert
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for ERP system usage and performance
• Lead or contribute to projects of varying size, involving both internal stakeholders and external partners
• Coordinate and guide external consultants, ensuring optimal cost and value delivery
• Align with other IT applications to integrate business and process functions into the ERP systems, providing interoperability between multiple IT systems 
• Design, execute, and coordinate test scenarios to ensure solution quality
• Support and coordinate cross-team and cross-module integration activities
• Monitor and manage outsourced application support services in collaboration with the ERP AMS team

Minimum skills / qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, business or other relevant fields
• Ten (10) years of experience within SAP MM/WM. Good knowledge in SAP – PP is a plus
• Strong integration knowledge with other SAP modules, including Production Planning (PP) (knowledge is a strong advantage), Sales & Distribution (SD), Plant Maintenance (PM), Finance & Controlling (FI/CO)
• Experience working in highly customized SAP ECC environments
• Solid debugging and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of other non-SAP ERP applications, e.g. SAP integrated systems
• Proven understanding and knowledge of interfaces, IDOCs, and EDI integration
• Knowledge of Web Services and punchout catalogs

Preferred skills / qualifications:

• SAP MM and/or WM certification
• Exposure to SAP PP configuration and manufacturing integration scenarios
• ITIL knowledge or certification
• Experience working in a global or international organization
• Prior experience as a project lead or functional lead in SAP-related initiatives

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $95,900.00 and $143,900.00per year.  This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Benefits Offered :

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Life insurance  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.