SAP Applications role is to provide the functional and technical leadership of the software landscape to support business activities.
The role includes all applications project management activities to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
The incumbent is accountable for all post-implementation support and operations activities for the live applications portfolio. Direct and lead applications project development from beginning to end.
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion in coordination with the IT Solutions Director.
Evaluate, install, configure, and deploy new applications, systems software, products, and/or enhancements to existing applications throughout the enterprise.
Ensure that applications meet business requirements and systems goals, fulfill end-user requirements, and identify and resolve systems issues.
Collaborate with analysts, designers, and system owners in the testing of new software programs and applications.
Analyze documentation and technical specifications of any new application under deployment or consideration to determine its intended functionality.
Ensure that any new software integration into company systems meets functional requirements, system compliance, and interface specifications.
Manage and provide direction for the key business users in support of business operations.
Contribute to the pre-testing phase of development by evaluating proposals in order to identify potential problem areas, and make the appropriate recommendations.
Review and analyze existing applications’ effectiveness and efficiency, and then develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
Manage the development of training and documentation for all users; hold pilots as necessary, and other user-related activities.
Develop, distribute, and coordinate in-depth end-user reviews for modified and new systems or applications.
Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of application-usage best practices
Requirements
Experience 10+ years in the same field.
Solid experience in ERP implementation at least 2 full implementations life cycle.
SAP experience is a must in at least two main modules, FICO experience is preferable.
Proven track record in applying best practices for software development lifecycle management and software implementation methodologies.
Direct, hands-on experience with data warehousing, business intelligence, and analytics concepts and tools.
Strong customer-service orientation.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to conduct research into application issues and products.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
