SAP Business Analyst - Proc/IBP

Our client is looking for a SAP Business Analyst Proc/IBP for their Ann Arbor, MI location. This role will sit hybrid 3 days a week.

• The IT SAP Functional MM Procurement & IBP plays a key role in supporting the implementation, configuration, and optimization of SAP solutions that meet business requirements.
• The IT SAP Functional MM Procurement & IBP will work closely with business users and technical teams translate functional needs into effective SAP system solutions and ensure smooth system operations.

Key Responsibilities:

SAP MM Procurement:

• Analyze business requirements and design procurement solutions in SAP MM
• Configure and support:
• Purchasing organization, groups, and document types
• Purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and scheduling agreements
• Release strategies and approval workflows
• Source determination, pricing, and vendor evaluation
• Manage vendor master data and material master integration
• Integrate MM with FI (invoice verification), WM/EWM, and PP
• Support inventory management and MRP-related procurement processes
• Prepare functional specifications and collaborate with ABAP teams
• Provide production support and issue resolution

SAP IBP

• Design and implement SAP IBP solutions, including:
• IBP for Demand
• IBP for Supply
• IBP for Inventory Optimization
• IBP S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning)
• Configure planning areas, key figures, planning operators, and alerts
• Integrate SAP IBP with S/4HANA or ECC using CPI-DS
• Support demand forecasting, supply planning, and scenario simulations
• Lead data integration, master data alignment, and validation
• Support planning cycles, UAT, and go-live activities

Implementation & Support

• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into SAP functional specifications
• Configure SAP modules according to business processes and best practices
• Support SAP implementations, enhancements, and rollouts
• Work with technical teams (ABAP, Basis, Integration) to deliver functional solutions
• Prepare and maintain functional documentation, including process flows and configuration guides
• Participating in testing activities (unit testing, integration testing, UAT)
• Identify and resolve functional issues and provide ongoing application support
• Assist in user training, change management, and knowledge transfer
• Ensure solutions comply with internal controls and system standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and system optimization

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in IT, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 6+ years of SAP experience with a strong focus on MM Procurement and SAP IBP
• Hands-on experience in SAP MM procurement configuration
• Strong functional knowledge of procurement-to-pay (P2P) processes
• Experience with SAP IBP modules and planning concepts
• Knowledge of integration between SAP IBP and S/4HANA/ECC
• Good understanding of master data dependencies and data quality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP MM and/or SAP IBP certification
• Experience with S/4HANA MM
• Knowledge of CPI-DS, integration flows, and data models
• Experience in global rollout or transformation projects
• Exposure to Ariba or SRM
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementation or migration projects
• Exposure to SAP Fiori, reports, and interfaces
• Experience in global or multi-company SAP environments
• Industry experience: Automotive Supplier and/or Automotive Manufacturing

Key Competencies:

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Customer- and solution-oriented mindset

Work Environment:

• In the Ann Arbor office or other company facilities.
• May require travel between facilities, sister companies, suppliers, and customers.
• On-call support may be required during critical periods.

Salary/Rate: $120,000 (depends on experience level).

Benefits: Medical, PTO, 401(k), and more.

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 27 years, PTP has operated as a premier Information Technology (IT) staffing, consulting, and recruiting firm built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible.

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools including our proprietary platform Pete & Gabi Rebecca to support parts of the interview process. These tools help us:

• transcribe interviews,
• summarize candidate responses,
• generate job-related insights
• streamline communication and scheduling.

Please note that

• AI does NOT make hiring decisions.
• All decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
• The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits.
• It is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

For certain positions, you may participate in:

• a technical interview
• a coding challenge
• a case study
• a client-specific assessment.

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection:

Every candidate s profile including interviews, conversations, and assessments is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

• Request a non-AI interview path
• Ask how your data is being used
• Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
• Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
• Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience

Our Commitment:

For more than 27 years, PTP has focused on putting people first candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We re committed to a hiring process that is:

• transparent
• compliant
• equitable
• powered by innovative technology that enhances not replaces human judgment.

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We re excited to learn more about you

Equal Employment Opportunity

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.