Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of SAP functional design experience with a focus on Supply Chain.
Experience with end-to-end SAP S/4 implementations and multi-country rollouts.
Deep expertise in Lead to Cash processes within SAP S/4HANA.
Strong proficiency in managing SAP operations and connected applications.
Experience with ITIL-based support processes using tools like ServiceNow or SAP Solution Manager.
Fluency in English, with additional languages preferred.
Responsibilities
Contribute to ERP modernization through S/4 implementation across all phases.
Design, build, test, and deploy solutions that meet business requirements.
Collaborate with Order Management and Supply Chain to define functional specifications.
Configure SAP and design integrations to connected applications.
Troubleshoot system issues and perform root cause analysis.
Supervise application maintenance partners to ensure quality solutions.
Identify automation opportunities to optimize business operations.
Benefits
Health & Welfare benefits are provided.
Opportunities for career development and training.
Participation in a company culture that promotes innovation and inclusion.
Travel opportunities for professional growth and business needs.
Full Job Description
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 Learn more about our benefits: Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell
