SAP Technical Programmer/Business Specialist - Varite, Inc
Greenville, SC 29607
About the Job
Job Descriptions:
I. Position Purpose/Scope: What are the key objectives of the position?
Manages the full systems development life cycle of projects/programs within area of responsibility. Coordinates and takes the lead role for the technical/functional development and support of SAP IT applications in his/her area of responsibility including Warehouse Management, Yard Management, Quality Management, Plant Maintenance, and/or Inbound Logistics. Plans, designs, develops, and implements efficient IT systems in support of assigned organizational functions. Applies proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate and resolve systems issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
II. Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities: List the major duties/accountabilities to achieve the positions key objectives.
Performs planning, analysis, designing, requirements definition, functional design, development, testing and implementation of IT solutions.
Provides support for difficult and complex system environments.
Provides support, assistance and training to users.
Coordinates activities simultaneously for multiple projects.
Uses ITPM Agile methodology effectively when performing all tasks.
Meets with decision makers, systems owners, and end users to define business requirements and systems goals, and identify and resolve business systems issues.
Ensures compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems.
Reviews and analyzes the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
Creates systems models, specifications, diagrams and charts to provide direction to application developers.
Coordinates and performs in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
Conducts research on software products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned by Client Operations Supervisor.
III. Position Competencies:
A) Education:
BA or BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Science, Business or the equivalent of 4 years of experience in an IT application or Infrastructure profession.
B) Experience:
5+ years of programming experience using a variety of languages and technologies including ABAP/4, SAP UI5/Fiori, SAP BI/BW, Data Warehouses, C++, JAVA, HTML, JSP, J2EE, SQL, Oracle, UNIX/LINUX, XSLT.
5+ years of experience planning, analyzing, designing, testing, implementing, documenting and training in a variety of SAP areas, preferably Warehouse Management, Yard Management and/or Inbound Logistics.
5+ years of project management experience.
5+ years of experience working in a customer service orientated environment.
5+ years of experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
C) Training:
Project Management training (preferred).
Training in systems used in area of responsibility (preferred).
D) Licenses and/or Certifications: N/A
E) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic = less than 1 year of experience/training needed; Intermediate = 1 3 years of experience/some training may be needed; Advanced = 3-5 years experience/no training needed; Expert = 5+ years experience/able to train others.
5+ years of functional knowledge in systems in area of responsibility such as SAP R/3 related modules or production systems.
5+ years of experience executing and communicating project plans.
5+ years of knowledge of the Systems Development Life Cycle.
5+ years of knowledge of IT infrastructure components - Operating Systems, Networks, Databases, Internet Technologies, etc.
3+ years of experience communicating ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
Basic knowledge of cost and budget control
IV. Primary Work Location/Shift: (If > 1 location, indicate % of time spent at each location.)
Plant Spartanburg - 90%
Other Client locations -10%
V. Physical Demands - Examples are: 1) Transports materials or inspects building, equipment and other items; 2) operates computers or other office equipment'; and 3) sits or stands for prolonged periods of time. Physical demands should be described in terms of what has to be done and not in terms of physical or mental attributes.) Identify the key physical demands required to perform the essential function(s) of the job and indicate whether the responsibility is performed occasionally ( "O ), frequently ( "F ), or constantly ( "C ).
Normal office working conditions using desktop computer. ( "C ")
Operates computers for normal software work. ( "C ")
Sits for prolonged period of time. ( "F ")
Works in manufacturing area. ( "O ")
Travels Internationally. ( "O ")
VI. Environmental Demands - Examples are: 1) Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.; 2) Works shifts or variable work hours; 3) Wears protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment; 4) Works in extreme heat or cold conditions; 5) Exposure to loud noises; 6) Performs work in a normal office setting). Identify the key environmental demands required to perform the essential function(s) of the job and indicate whether the responsibility is performed occasionally ( "O ), frequently ( "F ), or constantly ( "C ).
Performs work in a normal office setting. ( "C ")
Works normal shift schedules with overtime and on-call activities. ( "F ")
Wears necessary protective equipment when working or walking through production area. ( "F ").
I. Position Purpose/Scope: What are the key objectives of the position?
Manages the full systems development life cycle of projects/programs within area of responsibility. Coordinates and takes the lead role for the technical/functional development and support of SAP IT applications in his/her area of responsibility including Warehouse Management, Yard Management, Quality Management, Plant Maintenance, and/or Inbound Logistics. Plans, designs, develops, and implements efficient IT systems in support of assigned organizational functions. Applies proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate and resolve systems issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
II. Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities: List the major duties/accountabilities to achieve the positions key objectives.
Performs planning, analysis, designing, requirements definition, functional design, development, testing and implementation of IT solutions.
Provides support for difficult and complex system environments.
Provides support, assistance and training to users.
Coordinates activities simultaneously for multiple projects.
Uses ITPM Agile methodology effectively when performing all tasks.
Meets with decision makers, systems owners, and end users to define business requirements and systems goals, and identify and resolve business systems issues.
Ensures compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems.
Reviews and analyzes the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
Creates systems models, specifications, diagrams and charts to provide direction to application developers.
Coordinates and performs in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
Conducts research on software products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned by Client Operations Supervisor.
III. Position Competencies:
A) Education:
BA or BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Science, Business or the equivalent of 4 years of experience in an IT application or Infrastructure profession.
B) Experience:
5+ years of programming experience using a variety of languages and technologies including ABAP/4, SAP UI5/Fiori, SAP BI/BW, Data Warehouses, C++, JAVA, HTML, JSP, J2EE, SQL, Oracle, UNIX/LINUX, XSLT.
5+ years of experience planning, analyzing, designing, testing, implementing, documenting and training in a variety of SAP areas, preferably Warehouse Management, Yard Management and/or Inbound Logistics.
5+ years of project management experience.
5+ years of experience working in a customer service orientated environment.
5+ years of experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
C) Training:
Project Management training (preferred).
Training in systems used in area of responsibility (preferred).
D) Licenses and/or Certifications: N/A
E) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic = less than 1 year of experience/training needed; Intermediate = 1 3 years of experience/some training may be needed; Advanced = 3-5 years experience/no training needed; Expert = 5+ years experience/able to train others.
5+ years of functional knowledge in systems in area of responsibility such as SAP R/3 related modules or production systems.
5+ years of experience executing and communicating project plans.
5+ years of knowledge of the Systems Development Life Cycle.
5+ years of knowledge of IT infrastructure components - Operating Systems, Networks, Databases, Internet Technologies, etc.
3+ years of experience communicating ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
Basic knowledge of cost and budget control
IV. Primary Work Location/Shift: (If > 1 location, indicate % of time spent at each location.)
Plant Spartanburg - 90%
Other Client locations -10%
V. Physical Demands - Examples are: 1) Transports materials or inspects building, equipment and other items; 2) operates computers or other office equipment'; and 3) sits or stands for prolonged periods of time. Physical demands should be described in terms of what has to be done and not in terms of physical or mental attributes.) Identify the key physical demands required to perform the essential function(s) of the job and indicate whether the responsibility is performed occasionally ( "O ), frequently ( "F ), or constantly ( "C ).
Normal office working conditions using desktop computer. ( "C ")
Operates computers for normal software work. ( "C ")
Sits for prolonged period of time. ( "F ")
Works in manufacturing area. ( "O ")
Travels Internationally. ( "O ")
VI. Environmental Demands - Examples are: 1) Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.; 2) Works shifts or variable work hours; 3) Wears protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment; 4) Works in extreme heat or cold conditions; 5) Exposure to loud noises; 6) Performs work in a normal office setting). Identify the key environmental demands required to perform the essential function(s) of the job and indicate whether the responsibility is performed occasionally ( "O ), frequently ( "F ), or constantly ( "C ).
Performs work in a normal office setting. ( "C ")
Works normal shift schedules with overtime and on-call activities. ( "F ")
Wears necessary protective equipment when working or walking through production area. ( "F ").
Source : Varite, Inc