IT Business Function Analyst - Forecasting to Schedule

Steelcase

The Role

Overview

Drive SIOP analysis, SAP MM/IBP optimization, and cross‑functional process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • functional specs
  • user training
  • siop optimization
  • sap mm
  • ibp tools
  • metrics monitoring

Tasks

-Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, materials and IT teams to gather business requirements and translate them into functional specifications. -Lead workshops and training sessions to support user adoption, process standardization, and change management initiatives. -Analyze and optimize Sales and Operations and Inventory Optimization Planning (SIOP). -Support the implementation and continuous improvement of SAP S/4HANA Materials Management (MM) modules and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) related tools (BT Project). -Monitor key metrics such as inventory turnover, material availability, and procurement cycle times to identify trends and drive data-informed decisions.

Requirements

  • sap s/4hana
  • ibp
  • power bi
  • apics
  • bachelor’s
  • 3+ yrs

What You Bring

-Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. -Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementation or digital transformation projects. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets. -Experience with IBP implementation. -Professional certification in a related field (e.g., APICS, PMP). -Ability to lead cross-functional workshops and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders. -Familiarity with lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies. -Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. -Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for reporting and insights. -Understanding of Sales & Operations Planning -3+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations. -Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA or ECC Materials Management (MM) module or similar ERP systems.

Benefits

-Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program offering free counseling, financial planning, and legal support. -Continuous learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning and professional development programs. -Access to onsite wellness services, including a nurse and massage therapist. -Monthly reimbursement for cell phone.

The Company

About Steelcase

-Focus on creating innovative workplace solutions that improve collaboration and productivity. -Transformed into a leader in office furniture design. -Specializes in crafting solutions for commercial and residential environments, offering everything from office furniture to complete workspace solutions. -Worked on projects with major organizations to redesign offices that foster creativity, flexibility, and well-being. -Known for cutting-edge research and development, driving innovation in the furniture and workspace design industry. -Approach combines design thinking with deep insights into how people interact in work environments. -Products characterized by ergonomic designs, sustainability, and attention to user-centric functionality. -Delivers tailored solutions to businesses across multiple sectors through a global network. -Constantly experimenting with new materials and technologies to stay ahead in the evolving workplace landscape.

Sector Specialisms

Office

Workplace

Learning

Health

Residential

Commercial

Furniture

Architectural

Sustainable Workplace

Workplace Surveys

Facilities Management

Furniture Procurement