Location:
Farmington Hills Michigan United States
Job ID:
R0082922
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ASTEMO AMERICAS INC.
Profession (Job Category):
IT Telecom & Internet
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
General Responsibilities:
The ITB Sr. Specialist in SAP quality testing will be responsible for providing strategic leadership direction and oversight for the quality assurance and testing of SAP systems. They will also develop manage and lead project teams to ensure successful delivery of IT projects aligned with business goals.
Job Summary:
- Execute the companys SAP quality testing strategy including system selection implementation and integration with other business systems.
- Lead and oversee SAP quality testing projects ensuring they are completed within scope budget and timelines.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify business needs process improvements and system enhancements to optimize SAP performance.
- Manage jointly with other business groups for a common SAP system governance.
- Provide guidance and support to the IT team in managing SAP quality testing ensuring seamless integrations.
- Negotiate contracts/SOWs with thirdparty implementation partners and managed services resources to agreedupon SLAs.
- Manage 3rd party resources supporting the application footprint.
- Design or reengineer recognized SAP best practices that properly and efficiently utilize the existing portfolio of applications and IT resources.
- Assist efforts of a global services delivery that leverages longterm growth throughout the company. Direct and support an organization that is a combination of internal employees and consultants.
- Develop an effective network of key super users to provide enduser support & activate for realizing continuous process improvement.
- Analyze industry technology and market trends to introduce artofthepossible IT capabilities to the enterprise as enterprise value levers.
- Ensure adherence to best practices data security and compliance standards in SAP quality testing operations.
- Set standards and controls for SAP change management processes.
- Manage and coordinate activities surrounding data downloads file transfers and data integration for SAP quality testing.
- Build and lead a highperforming IT team that collaborates effectively both within the IT department and with business units.
- Set clear performance objectives monitor employee performance and provide coaching to foster individual and team growth.
- Ensure IT policies and procedures are followed consistently across the organization.
- Work closely with global teams to align SAP quality testing initiatives with international business requirements and provide direction for global integration projects.
- Consider time zone differences when scheduling meetings to ensure effective collaboration with global teams.
Qualifications:
Knowledge skills and abilities:
- Proven expertise in scoping architecting and implementing SAP quality testing solutions to meet business requirements.
- Solid understanding of SAP Solution Manager (SOLMAN) Test Factory Syniti and automation tools for seamless data transfer and system interactions.
- Experience in managing data downloads file transfers and data integration processes for SAP quality testing.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with a collaborative approach in working with diverse teams customers vendors and third parties.
- Strong customer service orientation with the ability to multitask and handle interruptions effectively.
- Commitment to adhering to safety policies and guidelines.
- Willingness to take on special projects as directed by senior management.
- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Availability to work outside of core business hours including nights weekends and holidays when required for system upgrades or migrations.
- Experience in EDI management.
Education: Bachelors Degree in IT or related area or equivalent experience
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of Enterprise Information Technology experience with a focus on ERP systems and project management. Prior experience with SAP quality testing and other ERP systems such as SAP S/4 HANA is strongly preferred.
Working conditions:
Physical Demands:Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The ability to lift 3050 lbs without assistance.
Travel:Local and/or international travel will be required as needed 25 including some extended stays on location for education or deployments. Must have a valid drivers license and Passport.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Required Experience:
Senior IC