SAP Systems Analyst

About Us:

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in the design of spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

Summary:

The SAP Systems Analyst is responsible for the analysis, mapping, and maintenance of EDI technologies and their interaction with the SAP application. Based at the West Virginia manufacturing facility, this role operates as an internal consultant within the IT department, coordinating closely with SAP Business Analysts across business functions to ensure project objectives are well defined, tracked, and completed on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong EDI configuration experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate technical specifications into effective SAP configurations.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and map EDI into the SAP application, coordinating closely with SAP Business Analysts representing business functions such as SD and FI/CO.
• Create and maintain EDI technologies and their interaction with SAP.
• Operate as an internal consultant within the IT department, working with Business Analysts and business units to ensure project objectives are well defined, tracked, and completed on schedule.
• Quickly resolve and document day-to-day issues as they arise.
• Provide and transfer functional and process knowledge of the latest EDI standards and practices by staying current on published materials and customer requirements.
• Translate technical specifications into programs or configurations in SAP.
• Support key users in the areas of localizing detailed designs, process documentation, data cleansing and migration, user acceptance training, end-user training, and go-live support.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including IATF, ISO, ISMS, TISAX, QMS, J-Sox, and safety-related policies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 2 years of EDI software configuration and mapping experience.
• Experience in various EDI communication methods (VAN, FTP, AS2, etc.).
• Experience in unit testing, developing application interfaces, and integration testing.
• Error tracking and remediation skills are essential.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and administrative skills.
• Detailed knowledge of standard automotive EDI documents preferred.
• Experience in a multicultural environment preferred.
• Familiarity with Scheduling Agreements and the automotive industry preferred.
• Experience in ABAP, PI, EP, or other technical SAP components preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to see and hear (correctable).
• Able to operate a keyboard.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to travel up to 30%.

Potential Hazards:

• Normal office hazards.
• Hazards associated with travel.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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