Lead IT Analyst - Manufacturing Operations

Job Description As a Lead IT Analyst – Manufacturing Operations in Process Technology (PT), you will ensure that our SAP S/4 Manufacturing, Production Planning, and shop‑floor integration solutions are optimized for performance, reliability, and alignment with business objectives. You will work directly with factories, operations leaders, and manufacturing SMEs to understand production requirements and translate them into scalable, compliant SAP S/4 solutions. You will report directly to our Director, IT ERP Business Transformation and work out of our Charlotte, NC or Houston, TX or Atlanta, GA location on a hybrid schedule. For the first 90 days, new hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite Monday through Friday. Responsibilities Analyze, design, and support SAP S/4 Manufacturing solutions, with emphasis on PP and PP/DS. Partner with factory operations, production planners, and manufacturing SMEs to gather, validate, and document production requirements. Translate manufacturing requirements into scalable, standardized SAP S/4 solutions aligned with the Global Design Model (GDM). Lead requirements and solution design for end‑to‑end production processes, including planning, scheduling, execution, confirmations, and variance handling. Design and support integration between SAP S/4 and shop‑floor systems (MES, DCS, PLCs) and other key systems used by Manufacturing. Ensure accurate material movements and inventory postings across production, including WIP, scrap, rework, and backflushing. Support manufacturing master data readiness, including BOMs, routings, work centers, capacities, and production versions. Collaborate with COEs to validate operating models, security roles, and future‑state production processes. Prepare and execute end‑to‑end manufacturing test scenarios and support UAT, BOAT, deployment, and hyper‑care activities. Identify manufacturing risks and dependencies; support go‑live stabilization and continuous improvement. Qualifications 6+ years of IT analysis experience with a focus on Manufacturing, Production Planning, or Factory Operations. Strong understanding of production processes, shop‑floor execution, and manufacturing systems. Hands‑on experience with SAP S/4 PP and/or PP/DS in a manufacturing environment. Experience integrating SAP with MES, DCS, PLCs, or other production systems. WE VALUE Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field. Proven experience supporting or delivering manufacturing system implementations, enhancements, or plant rollouts. SAP certifications in S/4 Manufacturing, PP, or PP/DS. Experience working directly with factory operations and production leadership. Strong understanding of manufacturing master data governance and data quality. Ability to translate complex production concepts into clear system designs and requirements. Strong documentation, training, and communication skills. Experience with structured testing methodologies in manufacturing environments. Travel Up to 10% travel. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Honeywell offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; employee assistance program; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr