SAP Functional Analyst Full Time

Job Title: SAP Functional Analyst
Location: Placentia, CA
Schedule: Day 1-30: 5 days onsite
Day 31-60: 4 days onsite (1 day remote)
Day 61+: 3 days onsite (2 days remote)

Job Description:
This is a global IT position, working as a global analyst to improve business efficiency with an automation mindset.

1. SAP SD Analyst
   • Design, implement and deploy SAP ERP solutions for Sales & Distribution , including Sales Order Processing, Billing, Pricing, Shipping and EDI Trading Partners.
   
   
2. Sales Automation
   • design, implement and support applications to automate systems data entry using EDI, SFTP, data exchange tools to automate and reduce manual data entry in SAP, CRM and other Bolton systems.
   
   
3. Web sites
   • support Sales and Marketing areas related to corporate websites and customer portals.
   
   

Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of experience in a full cycle implementation as well as in support projects.
• Ten (10) years designing and configuring SD modules knowledge of the key integration points between the other SAP modules (MM, FI, CO, PP experience is an asset).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deliverables and projects at the same time.
• Bachelor’s degree (IT, Business Management or related).
• Extensive experience in managing projects with third parties (team management, project cost, resources and timeline management, weekly meetings, project leadership reporting).
• Must have achieved the Go-Live date and gave Go-Live and Post Live Support. Conducted end user training, institution of help desk and end user documentation.
• Must have coordinated with technical consultants (ABAP consultants) and gave functional specifications for customizing reports according to the user requirements.
• Must have been involved with coordinating unit and integration testing with other modules and created test scenarios.
• Extensive functional experience including two full life cycle SAP-ECC 6 implementation, Customization and production support/coordination in SD module.
• Implementation experience includes business requirement analysis, mapping clients’ business process to SAP processes (As Is-To-Be), GAP analysis, Configuration, Re-engineering, Prototyping, Testing, Training, Documentation & Post Go-Live Support.
• Well versed with ASAP methodology for structured and systematic SAP project implementation.
• Ability, availability to travel, as dictated by business needs. Must have a valid driver license, auto insurance and appropriate travel documentation (including, but not limited to, passport).
• Strong communication skills in the English language (listening, verbal, written, presentation, inter-personal).
• Exhibits and consistently upholds values of Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Inspirational.

Preferred Experience and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology.
• Understanding of accounting business processes.

Responsibilities:

1. Master Data Management

• Customer Master Data

  manages essential information about customers, including contact details, payment terms, and credit management data.

• Material Master Data

  manages details about all products and services offered, such as material types, pricing, and inventory levels.

• Pricing Conditions

  manages pricing strategies, discounts, surcharges, and taxes applicable to products and services.

• Credit Management

  Monitors customer credit limits and payment behaviors to mitigate financial risks.

• Output Determination

  Controls the generation and distribution of sales documents like order confirmations and invoices.

1. Sales Order Processing

• Inquiry and Quotation Management

  Handles customer inquiries and generates quotations based on material availability and pricing conditions.

• Sales Order Creation

  Facilitates the entry and processing of sales orders, incorporating pricing, availability checks, and delivery schedules.

• Contracts and Scheduling Agreements

  Manages long-term agreements with customers, outlining terms for recurring deliveries.

• Availability Check

  Verifies stock levels and delivery dates, integrating with Material Requirements Planning (MRP).

1. Shipping and Delivery

• Delivery Processing

  Oversees the creation of delivery documents, picking, packing, and goods issue posting.

• Transportation Management

  Plans and executes transportation activities, including route determination and shipment scheduling.

• Batch Management

  Tracks and manages batches of products for quality control and regulatory compliance.

• Loading and Packing

  Organizes the efficient loading and packing of goods toptimize space and ensure safety.

1. Billing and Invoicing

• Invoice Generation

  Creates billing documents based on deliveries or services rendered, integrating with Financial Accounting (FI).

• Rebate Processing

  Manages rebate agreements and calculates rebate amounts due to customers.

• Credit and Debit Memo Processing

  Handles adjustments to billing documents for returns, cancellations, or pricing errors.

• Intercompany Billing

  Facilitates billing between different company codes within the organization.

1. Sales Support and Customer Service

• Pre-sales Activities

  Includes marketing campaigns, customer inquiries, and quotation tracking to support the sales team.

• Customer Complaints and Returns

  Manages returns processing and resolution of customer complaints.

• Service Orders

  Handles after-sales services like repairs and maintenance requests.

• Customer Interaction Center

  Provides a centralized platform for managing customer communications and service tickets.

1. Foreign Trade and Legal Compliance

• Export/Import Management

  Manages international trade processes, including customs documentation and compliance with trade regulations.

• Intrastat Reporting

  Generates statistical reports for intra-European Union trade activities.

• Trade Preference Processing

  Determines eligibility for trade agreements and preferential tariffs.

1. Integration with Other SAP Modules

• Materials Management (MM)

  Aligns sales activities with inventory management and procurement processes.

• Financial Accounting (FI)

  Ensures accurate financial reporting and revenue recognition from sales transactions.

• Controlling (CO)

  Supports cost analysis and profitability assessments related to sales activities.

• Production Planning (PP)

  Coordinates sales orders with production schedules to meet customer demands.

1. Basic Functions and Customization

• Pricing and Taxation

  Configures complex pricing structures, taxes, and surcharges to meet business requirements.

• Text Management

  Allows for the inclusion of standard or custom text in sales documents for communication purposes.

• Account Determination

  Automates the assignment of revenue accounts during billing.

• Partner Functions

  Defines roles of business partners involved in sales processes, such as sold-to, ship-to, and bill-to parties.

1. Advanced Features

• Variant Configuration

  Enables the customization of products based on specific customer requirements.

• Third-Party Order Processing

  Manages orders fulfilled by external vendors directly shipping to customers.

• Make-to-Order Production

  Coordinates the production of goods specifically made for customer orders.

• Batch Split Functionality

  Allows splitting deliveries into multiple batches for better inventory control.

1. Reporting and Analytics

• Sales Information System (SIS)

  Provides comprehensive reporting tools for sales analysis, forecasting, and performance monitoring.

• Logistics Information System (LIS)

  Offers detailed insights into logistics operations, including shipping and inventory levels.

• Customer Analytics

  Analyzes customer behavior, purchasing patterns, and profitability.

1. Reporting and Analytics

• Role Assignment

  Assigns different roles to business partners in a transaction, such as sold-to party, ship-to party, bill-to party, and payer.

• Partner Determination Procedures

  Automates the assignment of partner functions during sales document processing.

1. Workflow Automation

• Process Automation

  Utilizes SAP Workflow to automate routine tasks and approvals within the sales cycle.

• Alerts and Notifications

  Sends automatic alerts for critical events like blocked orders or credit limit breaches.

1. EDI and IDoc Processing

• Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

  Enables electronic communication with customers and vendors for orders, deliveries, and invoices.

• IDoc Processing

  Uses Intermediate Documents (IDocs) for data exchange between SAP systems and external partners.

Desired Skills and Experience

SAP ECC 6.0

ECC 6.0

Discrete Manufacturing

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