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Purdue University is hiring a Business Analyst to manage and analyze master data inputs for SAP Plant Maintenance and Material Management modules, supporting Administrative Operations. The role involves maintaining data consistency, assisting in data manipulation and assessment, resolving technical tickets, and coordinating functional testing of SAP solutions.

Highlights

Manage and assess master data for SAP PM and MM modules.
Maintain consistency in data records, naming conventions, and classifications.
Create, extract, analyze, and manipulate data within system parameters.
Support customer service including equipment maintenance and break/fix issues.
Coordinate new employee orientation and onboarding support for the department.
Perform functional testing of SAP technical solutions and validate data accuracy.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and data organization tools; ability to interpret large data sets.
Bachelor’s degree required, with preference for associates or technical degree in related fields.
Preferred experience in SAP Plant Maintenance and knowledge of SAP Enterprise Asset Management master data.
Strong oral and written communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills required.

Business Analyst, Associate Full Description

The business analyst uses analysis and assessment of master data input required for SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and Material Management (MM) modules, as well as other programs used by Administrative Operations (AO). This also includes oversight of the master data input from business unit requests, as well as departmental needs. The business analyst is responsible for maintaining consistency practices in master data records, naming conventions, classifications, and characteristics. This role assists to create, extract, manipulate, analyze, and assess data within the system parameters.

The position directly affects data reporting for Administrative Operations (AO). This is an entry-level professional contributing to SAP PM, MM, and other AO programs and projects. The associate business analyst works under immediate supervision of the program manager, and in a cross-functional team environment, performing assigned tasks. The impact on projects or tasks is limited beyond the level area, with less complex review of data sets and input.

The success of this position is through analysis and assessment of AO programs for quality, integrity, and functionality impacting multiple departments. This role may require master data clean-up and working with business units to validate large data sets. The position also contributes and maintains customer tickets in the Footprint system. Customer service involves equipment creation and maintenance; resolving break/fix issues related to SAP; Evo Suites, Asset Manager, and other applications. It also includes the creation of quick reference guides and documenting technical information supporting AO programs and processes. Resolution to tickets concludes from identifying, defining, and addressing problems with minimal complexity in assigned area.

The position requires problem solving from previous experience, basic analysis, and our procedures for conflict resolution. Communication with internal and external stakeholders to explain procedures, facts, and policies relating to master data inputs. The position serves as AO’s new employee orientation coordinator and assists with onboarding with new hires providing continuous support for the department.

This position serves as a functional tester for SAP technical solutions in coordination with program updates. They work hand in hand with Purdue IT and Administrative Operations contacts for all testing needs. In addition, this position validates data sets to ensure the accuracy and integrity of reports leading that roll up to senior leadership.

This is a hybrid position where you will be working on the West Lafayette campus part of the time.

About Us

Administrative Operations Information Systems is an exciting department to work for! The Data Governance team focuses on standardization of data inputs, for robust reporting with the data outputs.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree required. Associates or technical degree in facilities, engineering, or technology or closely related field preferred
Experience working with complex data sets, preferably in Commercial/Industrial settings
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Preferred:

SAP Plant Maintenance experience

Skills Needed:

Proficient in the use of computer tools and data organization; aptitude to interpret large data sets with a thorough understanding of data structure
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Must be self-directive, take initiation and possess strong critical thinking skills
Ability to:
- collaborate with others and work in a team atmosphere
- interpret complex business processes
Excellent:
- oral and written communication skills
- organizational skills

Preferred:

University, facilities operations, and/or inventory experience
Knowledge of SAP Enterprise Asset Management master data and master data roles
Ability to learn new software without formal training

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.

Original Job Description

This is a hybrid position where you will be working on the West Lafayette campus part of the time.

About Us

Administrative Operations Information Systems is an exciting department to work for! The Data Governance team focuses on standardization of data inputs, for robust reporting with the data outputs.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree required. Associates or technical degree in facilities, engineering, or technology or closely related field preferred
Experience working with complex data sets, preferably in Commercial/Industrial settings
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Preferred:

SAP Plant Maintenance experience

Skills Needed:

Proficient in the use of computer tools and data organization; aptitude to interpret large data sets with a thorough understanding of data structure
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Must be self-directive, take initiation and possess strong critical thinking skills
Ability to:
- collaborate with others and work in a team atmosphere
- interpret complex business processes
Excellent:
- oral and written communication skills
- organizational skills

Preferred:

University, facilities operations, and/or inventory experience
Knowledge of SAP Enterprise Asset Management master data and master data roles
Ability to learn new software without formal training

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.

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