Senior SAP Business Analyst - EWM and Logistics

Role

Senior SAP Business Analyst - EWM and Logistics

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• Chennai (Preferred) / Bangalore
• Flexibility to travel for business trips

Experience:

• Sr. Consultant (8-12 Yrs)

Number of openings

What awaits you/ Job Profile

The Senior SAP Business Analyst - EWM and Logistics - is responsible for analyzing and documenting business requirements for SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and logistics processes. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand current workflows, identify optimization opportunities, and translate business needs into technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SAP EWM, including configuration, testing, and end-user training. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential to effectively bridge the gap between business and IT. This senior-level role requires 5+ years of relevant SAP EWM and logistics experience.

What should you bring along

• Minimum 8-12 years of experience as a SAP Business Analyst, with a focus on EWM and Logistics processes
• Strong understanding of SAP EWM and MM modules, including warehouse management, transportation management, yard management, procurement, inventory management, and quality management
• Proficient in translating business requirements into detailed EWM and MM design specifications and configurations
• Demonstrated experience in utilizing agile project management methodologies and tools, such as Scrum and Kanban
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and recommend innovative solutions
• Effective communication and facilitation skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, business users, and stakeholders
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and its impact on logistics and warehouse operations
• Experience in managing and mentoring functional leads
• Strong understanding of the companys long-term strategic goals and the ability to align solutions accordingly
• Hands-on experience in designing, configuring, and implementing SAP EWM and MM solutions
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering EWM and Logistics-focused projects using agile methodologies
• Experience in integrating EWM with other SAP modules, such as MM, SD, and TM, to streamline end-to-end logistics processes
• Familiarity with warehouse automation technologies, such as warehouse management systems, material handling equipment, and IoT devices
• Exposure to industry-specific best practices and trends in logistics and warehouse management
• Experience in facilitating workshops, gathering requirements, and creating comprehensive design documents
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Demonstrated leadership skills in guiding and mentoring functional teams

Must have technical skill

• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of SAP EWM modules, including warehouse management, transportation management, and yard management.
• Possess a strong understanding of SAP Materials Management (MM) modules, including procurement, inventory management, and quality management.
• Utilize agile project management methodologies and tools, such as Scrum and Kanban, to facilitate efficient and iterative delivery of solutions.
• Create and maintain comprehensive design documents, including functional specifications, process flows, and technical designs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to functional leads, helping them to understand and leverage EWM and MM capabilities.
• Serve as a communicator and facilitator between different levels of the organization, including executives, IT, and business users.
• Translate complex technical concepts into easily understandable terms for non-technical stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative environment and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Good to have Technical skills

EWM Knowledge:

• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of SAP EWM modules, including warehouse management, transportation management, and yard management.
• Explore current logistics and warehouse processes and identify areas for improvement using EWM functionality.
• Translate business requirements into detailed EWM design specifications and configurations.
• Provide guidance and support to the project team during the implementation and testing phases.

Materials Management (MM) Knowledge:

Possess a strong understanding of SAP Materials Management (MM) modules, including procurement, inventory management, and quality management.

Ensure seamless integration between EWM and MM modules to streamline logistics and warehouse operations.

Collaborate with the MM team to align business requirements and design solutions.

Agile Tools Utilization:

Utilize agile project management methodologies and tools, such as Scrum and Kanban, to facilitate efficient and iterative delivery of solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, testing, and change management, to ensure successful project execution.

Provide regular status updates and communicate project progress to stakeholders.

Design Documentation:

Create and maintain comprehensive design documents, including functional specifications, process flows, and technical designs.

Recommend innovative solutions and best practices to enhance the companys logistics and warehouse operations.

Ensure that design documents are aligned with the companys long-term strategic goals.

Functional Lead Steering:

Provide guidance and mentorship to functional leads, helping them to understand and leverage EWM and MM capabilities.

Collaborate with functional leads to prioritize and address business requirements.

Facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-training to build a strong team of logistics and warehouse experts.