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The City of Houston SENIOR IT PROFESSIONAL-APPLICATIONS (SAP/ERP MATERIALS MANAGEMENT) in Houston, Texas

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SENIOR IT PROFESSIONAL-APPLICATIONS (SAP/ERP MATERIALS MANAGEMENT)

Salary

$81,822.00 - $115,244.00 Annually

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

33773

Department

Houston Information Technology Services

Division

HITS - ENTERPRISE APPLICATION SERVICES (EAS)

Opening Date

03/27/2024

Closing Date

4/27/2024 12:00 AM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: SENIOR IT PROFESSIONAL-APPLICATIONS (SAP/ERP -MATERIALS MANAGEMENT)

Posting Number: 33773

Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Division: ENTERPRISE APPLICATION SERVICES (EAS)

Section: ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP)

Reporting Location: 611 WALKER

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

General Summary:

The SAP MM analyst will contribute to a dynamic team of technology professionals in a fast-paced environment as you help create innovative solutions leveraging the SAP MM module for Procure to Pay processing, material grouping and reconciliation, and more. The position requires a strong well-rounded SAP MM professional who is eager to learn the City’s existing financial processes, expand skillset around new procurement trends and implement new features and functionality which will support the City of Houston. The successful candidate will develop efficient, well structured, well documented technical solutions for SAP MM. Responsible for hands-on functional configuration in SAP MM modules. Provide SAP MM support performing required system configuration, various testing activities (regression and project related), along with following the established change management process.

You will be intensely involved in business process consulting; you will define the problem, propose, and create the solution. You will guide teams on project processes, deliverables and contribute to the proposal development, client training and internal capability building and help detail the project scope. You will have the opportunity to shape value-adding consulting solutions that enable the City of Houston to meet today’s changing needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for supporting the City of Houston with SAP FICO processes and configurations, e.g., SAP Finance and Controlling, Funds Management, Materials Management, Fixed Assets, Project Systems, Treasury, etc.

  • Understand complex finance functions in order to assist the business in the development and modernization of critical finance systems and processes, due to the roles requirement of being a SAP MM subject matter expert (SME) requiring broad and deep ERP-SAP FICO and SAP MM experience.

  • 1-2 full life cycle implementations experience in SAP MM with expertise in sub-modules IM, WM, and PP.

  • Experience in supporting master data including material, vendor, customer, batch master, source list, info records, and pricing.

  • Assist the business in automation, optimization, and innovation finance related processes using the City’s SAP finance system and related third party applications.

  • Serve as an application expert and support users in their daily, month end and year end processes using SAP.

  • Ability to evaluate and analyze the impact of configuration and process changes across other FI/CO, MM and SAP modules.

  • Responsible for supporting finance business users and controllership to clearly capture new requests for SAP finance code block, master data changes, etc.

  • Provide governance and oversight for critical finance interfaces, including IDOC and batch process monitoring and resolution.

  • Serving as a SME in one or more business areas, provide analytic support to all user departments of the SAP accounting services. Including develop ad-hoc custom reports and data extracts for management.

  • Experience creating detailed documentation, test scripts, and user training to support business processes and new development.

  • Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to make timely and sound decisions based on logical assumptions and factual-in–formation.

  • Knowledge of and ability to use testing methodologies, processes, and tools for testing of functionality, including unit, integration, system, regression, and dry run testing.

  • Coordinate execution of project tasks in your functional area and be comfortable in working under the pressure of tight project deadlines.

  • Supporting the City’s Fiscal Year End (FYE), as well as ensuring effective day-to-day operations and success of critical interfaces to banks, e.g., JPMorgan, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. Usually has advanced technical certifications that demonstrate mastery of a specialized application.

EXPERIENCE

At least six (6) years of technology experience supporting applications. Advanced certifications and/or greater than six (6) years applicable experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement.

LICENSE

None

PREFERENCES

*Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. *

Preferences shall also be given to those with the following:

  • Previous public-sector experience

  • Certification in SAP in this field – SAP FICO, SAP Ariba, SAP MM

  • Direct experience with the Ariba on Demand Procure-to-Pay system implementation or testing experience.

  • Expertise in SAP Ariba with at least 2-3 full-lifecycle projects delivering new solutions.

  • Experience in implementing the Buying and Invoicing process.

  • Other IT certifications may be considered, such as ITIL.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION – NO

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 29

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-0450.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-0450. (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

  • Yes

  • No

    02

    Which best describes your education?

  • High School Diploma / GED

  • Associate degree

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Master's Degree or Beyond

  • None of the Above

    03

    Which are of concentration did you obtain your degree?

  • Computer Science

  • Management and Information Systems (MIS)

  • Engineering

  • Information Technology

  • Business Administration

  • My degree concentration is not listed

  • I have no degree

    04

    How many years of professional IT experience supporting SAP - MM modules and projects do you have?

  • Less than 6 years of experience

  • 6 years of experience

  • 7 years of experience

  • 8 years of experience

  • 9 years of experience

  • 10 or more years of experience

  • I have no related experience

    05

    Do you have project management experience?

  • Yes

  • No

    06

    Do you have direct experience implementing buying and invoicing processes?

  • Yes

  • No

    07

    Do you have 6 or more years SAP MM or SAP Ariba Configuration experience?

  • Yes

  • No

    08

    Do you have an SAP FICO, SAP Ariba, S/4HANA, or other SAP Certification?

  • Yes

  • No

    09

    Have you worked in Public Sector previously?

  • Yes

  • No

    10

    Do you have 3 or more years of Public Sector experience?

  • Yes

  • No

    11

    Please provide a list of all valid certifications you currently hold and their validity date(s) ("See Resume" will delay review of your application)

    Required Question

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