Business Analyst /Procurement Analyst P2P (SAP)

Business Analyst /Procurement Analyst P2P (SAP) ABJ6893

South East c49-61k + Bonus

As a business analyst/ procurement analyst (P2P) - and a proficient SAP user, as part of an expanding digital team the primary responsibility of the procurement / business analyst will be to analyse, document and work with the Procurement and Accounts Payable teams, to improve the procurement to pay ('purchase to pay’) processes within the company. Your familiarity with SAP will be essential for success in achieving resource efficient and cost-effective processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse data to identify stakeholder needs and recognise insights to improve the procurement to pay process.
• Work with key stakeholders to define new and improved business processes using technology to aid success.
• Assist in the preparation of business cases, diagnostics, and project plans to support decision-making processes.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of process improvements including change management and training requirements.
• Participate in meetings and workshops with stakeholders and technical team to implement changes successfully on-time and to budget.
• Create clear and concise documentation, such as business process maps and training materials, to communicate outputs effectively.
• Support project managers in project coordination, progress tracking, and risk assessment. Assist in developing and maintaining reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Assist with the testing of system changes and training of the end users on new procedures and systems.

Qualifications / Experience

• Proven experience as a business analyst or worked in the Procurement to Pay (Purchase to Pay) / source to pay P2P area with a focus on process continuous improvement.
• Must have experience in SAP MM (materials management) as this is where the PO’s/ GRs and stock management is done. I need them to have a basic handle on the processes and with some understanding of the SAP transaction codes. Without this they will struggle to see what the art of the possible is.
• Experience working with SAP and other Accounts payable software’s integrated with an ERP
• Ability to communicate effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Understanding of software development technologies and project delivery methodologies. E.g., Waterfall & Agile.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to map out detailed business processes and identify dependencies, interfaces, risks, and issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively, in a team and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Highly motivated and able to engage with stakeholders of all levels in the organisation.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry trends would be highly regarded.
• Experience of working within agile development methodologies

Salary dependent on experience Bonus: 15% | Holiday: 25 days | Pension: Employer 9% contribution; private medical Insurance; Life Assurance; Onsite Gym

To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ6893