IT Product Analyst

at  Milliken and Company

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and Twitter .
Position Overview
Milliken is in search of an SAP Product Analyst to join our team. This position will be a key player in the IT Department on a product team in the planning area and reports to the Product Analyst Lead. The Analyst will work with the team to understand requirements, develop specifications, perform configuration and reference file updates, perform system tests, deploy applications, train end users, and provide system support. The person in this position will play an essential role in digitally transforming Milliken’s forecasting and planning processes. This role is based out of our European corporate headquarters in Wigan UK and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Key Responsibilities Work with business associates to understand various forecasting and supply chain planning process Consult with users on new procedures to be implemented Design system changes and develop design documents Collaborate with developers to test new functionality Perform systems analysis and research Develop documentation and training material Perform system configuration Test programs and applications for conformance to specs Debug systems issues Coordinate efforts with both business and IT associates Become the expert on all Business Supply Chain processes at Milliken Provide help desk/ticket support for users Communicate new system functionality in training sessions with users Be involved in business process changes, working to match systems to new processes
Qualifications
Required BSc Degree in Information Systems or similar systems-related degree Strong understanding of forecasting and planning business processes SAP Production Planning (PP), Material Master Planning data experience Solid capability in Microsoft Office software suite Willingness to travel, occasionally for extended periods of time (1-2 weeks)
Preferred SAP IBP implementation and configuration focusing on Demand Planning and Inventory Optimization modules 2 full implementation cycles of SAP IBP Knowledge of S/4 HANA Experience operating in Agile Methodology Programming, SQL skills Experience working with multiple levels of an organization
The successful candidate will demonstrate Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to see the big picture and how today’s challenge fits into it Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Proactive and willing to take ownership and responsibility as a highly motivated self-starter Ability to lead effective meetings and discussions Team player
Benefits Pension scheme Private Medical Cover – Vitality health Hybrid office working Flexi time Death in service Free car parking Subsidised canteen Social and Company events Casual dress down (following policy) Health Drop in sessions On site counselling Employee referral programme Long service awards Extensive Internal/external training opportunities Course fees, study leave and professional subscription support
Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law

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