U2K2 SAP Support Analyst

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Job Scope:
The U2K2 SAP Support Analyst typically responsible for Manufacturing
Operations modules includes Production Planning / Quality Management /
Warehouse Management in Mashreq.
This role works closely with the Process Owners, RAC, Regional U2K2 Team and
Process Excellence Team. Leverage on the Regional support model / network.
The main purpose of the to operate as the primary reference for the effective
execution of the business processes and U2K2 systems operation within the
process area
Key to the job is a strong understanding of the operational business process
within his/her job scope and the use of U2K2 systems to execute these
processes.
The U2K2 Analyst is responsible to support users within his/her area of
responsibility in regards to addressing their 'How To' questions in business
process and effective use of U2K2 systems
In addition, the Analyst will work with relevant U2K2 Teams in resolution of
systems issues, undertake appropriate testing of systems changes, conduct
training for new users (on-boarding) and refresher training to improve the
knowledge of existing users.
The Analyst will support his/her Process Champion in implementing process
changes/enhancements to U2K2 systems which includes testing the solutions and
updating relevant documentations
The scope of the role would be determined by allocation of responsibilities
across range of sub-processes and all U2K2 systems relating to these processes
Roles & Responsibilities
Within the scope of his/her functional responsibilities the main
responsibilities of the U2K2 Support Analyst are:
Business benefits realization
* Drive business benefits by process improvements, initiatives, local and regional projects
* Drives and monitors Process KPI's achievement through Process Champions. Ensures relevant documentation is updated (together with Process Champions) and corrective actions are taken if and where required
* Monitors status of Local/ Global Projects
* Drives reduction of overall Incidents and User Education Incidents
Deal with any issues on process execution and system usage
* Resolve "How-to" queries and issues due to user knowledge on how to execute process steps and how to use of the related IT system in undertaking process activities
* For queries relating to system issues that he/she cannot resolve, the Analyst should refer to available documentation and reference material to assist with how to use the system
* The Analyst will log relevant incidents with the IT Service Desk after verifying this in not a "How-to" and to provide enough detail on the issue, scope, extent of business impact to support effective resolution of the U2K2 / IT issue.
Assist in resolution of U2K2 System problems
* The Analyst will work with the relevant U2K2 / IT Team to help specify the problem with the U2K2 system
* The Analyst will assist in the testing of U2K2 / IT solutions to resolve problems and will help to confirm resolution of relevant U2K2 / IT Incidents within his/her scope of responsibility
* For Urgent incidents with U2K2 / IT Systems the Analyst will help clarify impact and scope of the incident - working closely with the IT Team
* For persistent problems the Analyst will work with the U2K2 / IT Team in problem investigation as required to ensure effective operation of the system in his/her process area
Changes to U2K2 / IT Systems
* The Analyst will support Process Champion in CAB (Change Advisory Board) meetings to gain necessary support and approval for system changes and help to specify these changes
* For changes made to U2K2 / IT systems in his/her area of responsibility the Analyst will need to conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in order to validate the solution meets requirements of the business and ensure timeliness of signoff
* If the changes are locally specific, the Analyst will need to update required local documentations (Process Flows in ARIS, Test Scripts and Training Materials) associated with the change
Manage impact of system changes through regression testing
* For any significant changes made to U2K2 / IT System introduced at global/regional level or for other countries, the Analyst needs to ensure that these changes do not impact the normal operation of the system in his/her area of responsibility by undertaking Regression Testing on the system. This involves aligning with testing schedules and ensuring regression testing results are shared
* The Analyst must ensure that within the scope of his/her responsibilities that Regression testing Scenarios are kept updated so that appropriate level of testing is conducted
Business Continuity / Contingency Plan
* In the event of a major incident on the U2K2 / IT Systems, the Analyst will work with the Process champion in putting in place business contingency plans
* The Analyst will assist in the testing of these business contingency plans and assist in testing U2K2 / IT Disaster Recovery plans within scope of his/her responsibility area
Maintain users' skill and knowledge
* The Analyst will provide on-Boarding training for any newcomer to his/ her area (joiners & movers)
* Where required the Analyst will undertake refresher training to existing users to improve their level of skill and knowledge
* The Analyst will be required to maintain any local specific material for local process to support end user training
Key Competencies & Skills - Role requirements:
* Bachelor's Graduate (Supply Chain)
* SAP Expert / Professional (Supply Chain)
* Strong proven experience in same or related scope
* Supply Chain business operations experience of ‎3 years
* High proficiency in using SAP systems and handling SAP support operations within scope of responsibilities
* Business process understanding
* strong Problem solving
* Strong Communication skills
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