Senior Sap Pp

OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior SAP Functional Analyst with deep expertise in Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) to join our global IT team.In this role, you will be responsible for gathering and validating functional business requirements, designing and configuring SAP solutions, and ensuring seamless integration across systems.You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on both regional and global projects, driving innovation while ensuring compliance with General Motors' IT Solution Delivery Methodology.This is a hands-on role that combines functional expertise, solution design, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership to deliver high-quality SAP solutions that support our manufacturing and quality operations worldwide.ResponsibilitiesLead requirements gathering, validation, and documentation for SAP PP and QM solution components.Work as part of a regional or global project team and assist the project manager in successfully delivering solutions following General Motors proprietary IT Solution delivery methodologyCollaborate with other functional analysts on the design, development, testing, deployment, and user training of SAP solutions for applications.Lead and support the SAP functional needs for SAP upgrade and Archival projects, including business and functional processes gap analysis (including customization), documentation and configuration and adhering to requirements of different SDLC methodologies available at GM (including Agile).Ensure the solution has comprehensive testing approach and validation of end-to-end processes, guiding and working collaboratively with Quality Assurance teamsMaster SAP configuration / customization tools and techniquesSupport the introduction of new solutions to business customers as well as transitioning stable solutions to the sustain operations organization.Ability to work on larger scale global and regional implementations as well as smaller, faster innovation challengesDevelop full understanding of the functional aspects of the supported SAP applications including standard processes, bolt-on and customized solutions (including interfaces) that are integrated with the SAP applicationsProvide Level-3 support, leading the troubleshooting of issues in production for the areas of functional expertise, working closely and coordinating investigation of problems with ABAP developers, Basis Administrators, Infrastructure and Operations teams.Functions as technical lead for large scaled recurring/non-recurring initiatives as requiredLeads change management activities related to the SAP/ integration and software migration needsWork with leading technologies from SAP and the latest integration and support packagesComply with GM standards and industry standard methodologyLead integration of SAP software solutions within company environments and external landscapesDemonstrate commitment to continuous learning and personal development, including on-going training and development in SAP and the latest delivery techniquesProactively seeking opportunities related to SAP solution portfolio that might benefit your business partnersProviding support & consultancy to users on optimization of SAP system use and best practices to maximize value from existing IT solutions (SAP systems and other application integrated with it)RequirementsSAP certification in SAP PP and SAP QMMinimum of 8 years of relevant SAP PP and QM project delivery (at least 10 years of experience is preferred)Deep knowledge and hands-on experience on SAP ECC6.0 & SAP S4 HANAProven experience on SAP configuration in SAP PP and QMSignificant experience on Manufacturing domain, with expertise in the end to end Production Planning business processesBusiness facing experience (preferably in a manufacturing industry) – running the requirement gathering workshops, solution design presentations, conducting user trainingExperience of delivering solutions in a regulated environment with internal and external standards (SOX, Internal controls, various country related legal requirements)Hands on experience with PP (incl. configuration, designing and testing non-standard functionalities: RICEFW = Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, Workflows)Practical experience with project delivery methodology (ASAP, SAFe, Prince 2 or other relevant for SAP projects)Experience with defining and testing SAP security roles/authorizationsPractical experience with at least one middleware for interface handling (SAP PI, Sterling Commerce, Connect Direct)Excellent communication skills (English – written and spoken)Structured and analytical mindAbility to coordinate tasks and priorities across multiple projectsTeam player - ability to work with others to achieve common objectives.EducationMinimum a Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Business Computing or related fieldPreferred skillsExperience solutioning for Government and Defense contractsExperience with WMExperience with programming in ABAP, Java, Python, .NET or other languages (facilitate design discussions or issue resolution with the development team)Experience with EDI transaction sets ANSI x12 and EDIFACT and the related communication protocolsUnderstanding of security, efficient code reuse, and software designExperience with SAP upgrades to S/4 HANAExperience with SAP Automotive solution – VMS (Vehicle Management System)Experience with Open Text products (document management, archiving)IT/SAP consulting backgroundCertified BA (e.g. BCS-ISEB certification)Certification on one project management/IT solution delivery methodology (AGILE, Scrum, ASAP, Prince 2)HybridThis role is categorized as hybrid.This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Limerick office three times per week, at minimum.#J-*****-Ljbffr