Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) Analyst Sr

Cirrus Aircraft•Duluth, MN

2d•$100,007 - $150,010

About The Position

The Senior Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert in ERP system scoping and evaluation for supply chain and manufacturing planning. This individual-contributor role provides specialized expertise to assess and select a new ERP system and support initial implementation planning. The role collaborates with a dedicated project team and other functions, applying supply chain and manufacturing process knowledge, strategic evaluation skills, and ERP implementation experience. The position leads ERP evaluation activities, assesses business needs and gaps, documents requirements, and evaluates system capabilities for supply chain and manufacturing operations. It also supports supplier evaluation, project planning, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and documentation. The role works across IT, finance, procurement, supply chain, and other relevant departments to align the ERP evaluation with business goals and operational requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
4–7 years of related experience in supply chain and manufacturing planning or a related field.
Experience in ERP system evaluation or implementation.
Strong understanding of supply chain and manufacturing processes, including demand forecasting, inventory management, production planning, shop floor control, and logistics.
Demonstrated ability to contribute expertise within cross-functional project teams.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Familiarity with leading ERP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics, and their supply chain and manufacturing modules.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
Certification in supply chain management or manufacturing, such as APICS, CSCP, or CPIM.
Experience with change management and training in ERP implementation.
Knowledge of data migration and system integration best practices.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical evaluation process for selecting a new ERP system, ensuring alignment with business goals and supply chain and manufacturing requirements.
Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses, determine system requirements, and work with the applicable manager to address gaps.
Oversee program development aspects, including ERP scope, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and document business requirements.
Assess ERP functionality against supply chain and manufacturing planning needs, including production and aftermarket integration.
Integrate the ERP system with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Identify process improvement opportunities in supply chain and manufacturing through ERP implementation.
Evaluate ERP capabilities in demand planning, inventory management, production scheduling, shop floor control, and logistics.
Create current-state Material Information Flow Analysis (MIFA), including flow, triggers, financials, inventory, manual input, and work order closure.
Manage Bill of Material (BOM) information through the digital thread for production and new programs.
Identify opportunities to use automation based on return on investment (ROI).
Work with applicable Supply Chain Leaders to document process changes and create graphical work instructions for the ERP system.
Manage ERP supplier interactions, including RFP/RFI processes, product demonstrations, and contract negotiations.
Assess vendor proposals and recommend ERP solutions that fit strategic goals and operational requirements.
Support project plans for scoping and evaluation, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Coordinate with IT, finance, procurement, and other departments to support comprehensive evaluation and alignment.
Facilitate stakeholder workshops and meetings to capture and address stakeholder needs.
Provide senior management with project updates, findings, and recommendations.
Identify and communicate risks associated with ERP system selection and implementation.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements during the evaluation process.
Prepare reports and presentations summarizing evaluation outcomes, recommendations, and action plans.
Maintain documentation of evaluation activities, findings, and decisions.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage, with additional dependent coverage options.
Employer-paid group term life and short- and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings, with company contributions to HSA.
Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through the medical provider.
401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5% after 90 days and 100% vesting after one year of service.
Various PTO plans, starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year.
Paid holidays.
Two weeks of paid parental leave.
Paid time for funeral leave and jury duty.
Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities.
Cirrus Store, partner, and marketplace discounts.
Company and employee clubs at various locations.