SAP Business Analyst

ECS Resource Group are currently working in partnership with a global managed service provider, assisting them with searching for a SAP Business Analyst on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be working with a manufacturing end client across various projects.

Please note, this role is based on-site 5x days a week in Dumfries. Please only apply if you're based within a commutable distance of Dumfries or willing to re-locate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute as an active member of the site-based project team, assisting planners and schedulers in implementing and adopting SAP Plan-to-Produce (PTP) processes.

• Acquire and perform SAP transactions related to Production Planning, MRP, Order Scheduling, and Capacity Planning (with comprehensive training provided).

• Support the setup, validation, and ongoing maintenance of Manufacturing Master Data, including Work Centres, Materials, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Routings.

• Prepare, execute, and document test cases and results during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Day-in-the-Life (DILO) and Go-Live preparation phases.

• Assist in identifying and resolving issues linked to production planning and scheduling processes.

• Provide on-the-ground support, coaching, and assistance to end users during Cutover and Hypercare activities.

• Collaborate with related functional areas such as EWM, PM, QM and MES to ensure seamless process alignment and accurate data flow.

• Observe, capture, and report potential improvement opportunities to the central project team for further evaluation.

Key Skills:

• Educational background in Business Administration, Analytics, Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning or Supply Chain Management.

• 1-3 years of professional experience in a relevant field (suitable for junior to mid-level candidates).

• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to interpret planning data and production schedules effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard Office applications.

• Familiarity with ERP systems; prior exposure to SAP is beneficial but not essential.

• Working knowledge of Manufacturing Master Data concepts (Work Centres, Materials, BOMs, Routings) is advantageous.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and practical problem-solving capabilities.

• Comfortable engaging with planners, production teams, and supervisors on the shop floor to support day-to-day activities.

Further job details available upon request.

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.