Client is asking for candidates for the following role. It is an SAP Functional position focusing on MM. Please remember the candidates must be a Green Card Holder or US Citizen. Must be VERY strong in MM. Any metal, mill, or manufacturing industry experience is a HUGE plus.
Please send your best rate (we were not given one by the client). Central Purpose of Job: This role is a key contributor and senior member of the configuration team that holds the expertise in the SAP application that serves the specific business lines and functions. They thoroughly understand the business processes, SAP configuration and functionality and the associated data. This role works closely with the architecture function to ensure cohesive and comprehensive development of solutions. Will function having a high level of technical knowledge of a functional area and will mentor and train less experienced team members. Key duties include the ability to answer complex questions, provide thought/technical leadership, and assist in grooming the expertise of their high performing team mates. Uses agreed to standard tools and development methodologies. Member of the team that performs all functions related to developing and maintaining business functionality through configuration and integration of SAP and SAP bolt-on tools. This team also performs and supports testing to ensure quality. Primary Responsibilities 1. Gathers detailed requirements from business users for level 3 support work, approved projects and small enhancements to existing SAP configuration or development objects. 2. Performs design and writes specifications as needed for workflow, forms, reports, interfaces, conversions, and enhancements (WRICEF). 3. Performs unit tests and other tests as needed and works with end users on User Acceptance testing (UAT). 4. Works with Business Stakeholders, IT Infrastructure teams, and Development teams to ensure that business requirements are properly configured within SAP and that all development objects perform as designed. 5. Actively coaches team members on the software development lifecycle methodology 6. Follows processes that ensures cohesive and detailed program specifications, creates quality configuration and objects matching specifications, performs unit testing, creates appropriate documentation and provides the appropriate level of support after implementation when called required 7. Partners with the business and other IT teams to provide innovative ideas to solve business or technological challenges 8. Emphasizes and supports the need for continuous improvement through the use of proven methods such as Root Cause Analysis 9. Works with senior team members and the team lead to perform quality reviews at the requirements, design and development phases and to pass stage gates 10. Provides 3rd level support to the end user community within the appropriate SAP application portfolio 11. Develops self with a broad knowledge of the application capabilities while also developing multiple areas of expertise 12. Actively supports the deployment phases through knowledge transfer, global template configuration extension, new design configuration and appropriate documentation 13. Actively partners with the support and help desk team through knowledge transfer and brain building for speedy and consistent solutions for business users 14. Provides consistent progress/status reports to senior team members and lead Knowledge Requirements Knowledge of Client (or like Company), including in-depth understanding of the way that the business operates Outstanding knowledge of lifecycle development methodologies and industry best practices A seasoned understanding of SAP development and configuration practices A deep understanding of key SAP technology Excellent understanding of the overall suite of SAP enabled processes and how they fit together Detailed knowledge of the Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, Material Master and Procure to Pay and related processes (guru level or above) Level 5 (Expert) SAP skills o Completed 4-6 weeks SAP training / education o Hands-on SAP experience including configuration experience in 2+ SAP implementation projects achieving production status o 8+ years experience with SAP o SAP certification or equivalent o Broad understanding of and experience with project management routines and disciplines o Broad understanding of at least two SAP areas and depth in many sub-areas o Intimately familiar with all integration touch points in areas of expertise o Capable of being lead configurator across broad, complex and tightly integrated business processes Education Level Required / Preferred Bachelors degree / Masters Degree in information sciences or related field Experience Requirements to be Competent in the Role 8+ years experience in an SAP environment with a broad understanding of the application and important aspects of successfully developing and implementing SAP centric solutions 8+ years experience in a team of diverse skill-sets in a project type environment 5+ years experience with Client or like company Skills/Behavior Requirements SAP Navigation and Configuration of Master Data within the IMG and developers workbench Knowledge of Business Processes in specific functional area (guru level) Thorough understanding of the use of tools (or similar tools) such as Solution Manager, Quality Center and ChaRM Communicate, coordinate, and collaborate with the other Enterprise Application developers and peers Commitment to provide process, business analysis and SAP configuration at the highest level Capability to support the vision and continue to actively support the ongoing implementation and enhancement of SAP Stay current on the latest SAP technology trends within the SAP development environments Follow and support current documentation standards and change control methodologies Ability to adapt and rapidly apply changing technology to business needs Ability to handle multiple assignments Possess strong problem solving and decision making skills Show the ability to quickly learn in a dynamic environment Be an excellent communicator, verbal and written, as well as demonstrating effective listening Ability to work within project management principles as needed Results/Metrics Position Will Be Measured Against Deliver work products on time and of good quality maximizing benefit Design, Configuration and development will be measured on quality, timeliness and usability Escalate issues and problems up the organization in logical and quantitative terms that facilitate objective decision-making SAP knowledge measured to ensure the latest SAP awareness is maintained and built upon Other Job Evaluation Criteria Problem Solving skills (7+ out of 10): this candidate should be capable of solving complicated problems considering both the business needs and the technologies needed Accountability: This candidate is expected to actively participate, provide leadership when necessary and provide input in a complex and demanding work environment. The contribution of this team member should exceed the analysts in terms of experience, time to arrive at best solution, judgment and willingness to assume responsibility -- Thanks and Regards Ricky Alfa Major Software, 7515, Overland Park, Kansas - 66223 Ph: 408-668-8026 Email: [email protected] www.AlfaMajor.com The information contained in this e-mail and any accompanying documents is confidential, may be privileged, and is intended solely for the person and/or entity to whom it is addressed and is a property of Alfa Major LLC. Unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or copying of this communication, or any part thereof, is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this e-mail in error, please return the e-mail and attachments to the sender and delete the e-mail and attachments and any copy from your system. --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Hot List" group. 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