Supply Chain Systems Analyst - Contract-to-hire role

Intake notes from HM Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

Overview
The discussion focuses on sourcing candidates experienced in the SAP Materials Management (MM) module. Emphasis is placed on finding functional analysts who are hands-on and familiar with ABAP or SQL debugging.

Candidate Requirements
Experience in configuring the SAP Materials Management module.
Familiarity with debugging processes, specifically in ABAP or SQL.
The ideal candidate is functional and willing to engage with the material management processes.

Job Details
The role is for a full-time employee, preferably within client's service territory in California (Bay Area or Sacramento). Contract-to-hire arrangements are suggested for greater flexibility in assessing candidates.

Hiring Process
Prefers to hire candidates through a contract-to-hire model to evaluate both technical skills and personality fit.
Contract period generally recommended is nine months, with an option to convert to a full-time role after six months without additional fees.
Next Steps
Suggestions to search for former employees with similar skill sets who had worked on the IT side of the SAP MM and procurement processes. Further communication will be arranged to check the availability of these candidates.

Interview Process
On-site interviews will be required for permanent positions; however, virtual interviews may suffice for contract positions.

We would also like to hire another Supply Chain Systems Analyst. Can you send some resumes? We would like them to have a strong SAP MM background and SQL and S/4 HANA experience is a plus. We need them to be local to Northern California (for occasional meetings in Oakland or San Ramon, CA) and potentially be willing to do a temp to permanent hire assignment.

Department Overview

The Supply Chain organization serves as the stewards of PG&E's annual $10 billion in goods and services spend. It is responsible for managing the procurement and handling of products and services and operates with a mission of delivering cost effective and valued supply chain services through strategic, diverse and sustainable business solutions. The organization is also responsible for providing systems support for Supply Chain's procurement systems. Our work requires close integration with all lines of business, finance and our suppliers.

Position Summary

Provides Supply Chain Systems support focusing on development and maintenance of Supply Chain systems (SAP), tools, data, reports, and analytics to support the Supply Chain organization in its performing and monitoring of day-to-day activities, programs, and initiatives. Ensures that meaningful, consistent data is available for reporting and analytics. Works with Supply Chain and client personnel to identify system needs. Works with the PG&E IT organization to develop system solutions and manage the execution of those solutions. Technical knowledge of SAP Materials Management is required to be successful in this position.

Job Responsibilities

1. Liaison between IT, Supply Chain and functional areas within the company.

1. Leads system maintenance and implementation of enhancements, coordinates scheduling, testing and functional validation.
2. Develops and generates recurring reports and complex ad hoc queries, some database design.
3. Provides system support (SAP table maintenance, mass updates, file uploads, etc.).
4. Manages roles to allow access to functionality.
5. Develops and delivers systems related communications.
6. Works independently and requires guidance only on the most complicated issues.
7. Provides direction to Analysts and Associates with respect to system support and reporting responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum:

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required (one year of experience for every one year of college)
2. 4 years of experience in supply chain or in financial systems development, and maintenance.
3. Extensive knowledge of SAP MM functionality (understanding of tables and data relationships/structures)
4. Knowledge of Supply chain processes (creating orders, inventory movements, goods receipts, invoicing and payment)
5. Proficient with SQL Server
6. Experience in Database design

1. Advanced in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access)
2. Advanced Analytical Skills

Desired:

1. 5-6 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or financial systems development and maintenance
2. 2+ years of leadership experience
3. MBA or equivalent advanced degree
4. Knowledge of Ariba, SAP BW, S/4
5. Knowledge of SAP FI/CO, PM modules
6. Power BI
7. Communication Skills
8. Ability to work on cross functional teams