The SAP Principal Analyst reports to SAP Manager - Lead to Cash within LyondellBasell's (LYB) ERP Modernization. This is a mid-career role responsible for technology innovation, implementing best in class solutions and ensuring stable operation in the Supply Chain domain.

The SAP Principal Analyst will be a key contributor to LYB's enterprise S/4 implementation program. The focus is on Lead to Cash processes. The technology footprint today encompasses SAP solution suite - ECC, S/4 (for one business segment) and others. Besides this, there are multiple connected applications. The job involves partnering with Order Management, Supply Chain and other functions to identify fit-for-purpose IT solutions, coaching junior analysts, and collaborating with Digital Technology's Business Interface, Enterprise Architecture and Project Delivery groups. The candidate should have a proven record of leading and working in global multi-cultural teams, creating, scaling and operating enterprise Lead to Cash solutions in SAP ERP and integrated applications, implementing S/4, and managing SAP operations.

A Day in the Life

• Key contributor in ERP modernization through S/4 implementation. Involevement in all phases starting with preparation through execution and operations.
• Design, build, test and deploy end-to-end solutions that meet business requirements, and industry and LYB standards.
• Work closely with Order Management & Supply Chain department to gather, analyze, and translate business needs into detailed functional specifications.
• Configure SAP; design integration to connected applications.
• Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide solutions.
• Be responsible for connected applications like SAP Service Cloud, Transportation Management, Global Trade Services, Infocert e-billing, Creditsafe, and others.
• Supervise work done by application maintenance partners and system integrators. Be accountable for quality of solution.
• Proactively identify opportunities for automation and standardization to optimize business operations.
• Ensure adherence to LYB standards and industry best practices.

Operations

• Oversee incident resolution working with our application maintenance provider ensuring timely resolution of issues and effective communication with business stakeholders.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Maintain solution documentation; improve documentation where required, for example for custom programs. Create Knowledge Base Articles (KBA).

Technology leadership

• Building solution roadmap by aligning SAP technology with business goals.
• Continue to grow knowledge of regulatory requirements and SAP innovations.
• Train and coach others.

Be ready to travel approximately 20% domestically and internationally, if required by the company.

You Bring This Value

Education

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Management, Engineering, or other related discipline.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in SAP functional design, with a deep focus on the SAP Supply Chain suite.
• End-to-end implementations on SAP S/4 and multi-country rollouts.
• Deep expertise in end-to-end Lead to Cash processes
• Strong proficiency in SAP S/4HANA. Certification is S/4HANA is necessary.
• Knowledge of SAP architecture, market trends, operations and business drivers
• Ability to propose and present a convincing business case and product roadmap to senior leaders.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managing operations of a portfolio of SAP solutions and connected applications, in partnership with an external party.
• Experience of managing SAP projects is preferable.
• Experience managing ITIL-based support (Incident, Problem, and Change Management) using tools like ServiceNow or SAP Solution Manager and ALM
• Experience in collaborating with global teams across time zones.

Languages English, additional language preferred.

Competencies

Build Partnerships
Deliver Results
Drive Innovation
Grow Capabilities
Promote Inclusion
Motivational Fit
Technical Skills
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