Senior Application Analyst - SAP PPDS

Exact Sciences • Madison, WI

1d • $91,000 - $194,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Application Analyst will work on software design, configurations, upgrades, and improvements. As the primary support contact for application end-users, the Senior Application Analyst will work to identify issues that arise in the Production Planning, Digital Manufacturing and Quality management areas, as well as issues that impact other application teams, and work to resolve them. This role will guide workflow design, build, and test systems and analyze other technical issues associated with the lab operation and/or business software. The Senior Application Analyst supports the application or Project Manager and has responsibility for the scope, schedule, and quality of the software project in relation to the applications. The Senior Application Analyst plays a critical role in managing and optimizing our Digital Manufacturing platform, primarily PPDS, Digital Manufacturing, Quality Management in SAP. This role will have an in-depth knowledge of PPDS, Digital manufacturing and Quality management SAP configuration surrounding Manufacturing capabilities. They will have a proven ability to lead and mentor a team of analysts, providing guidance and support. This role will require a strong focus on providing excellent support to end- users, as well as effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and external partners. We're committed to staying at the forefront of SAP — currently migrating to RISE with SAP, deploying HANA 2025, already leveraging enterprise-wide Fiori, and preparing to launch Joule and SAP Business AI. If you're an SAP professional who wants to work with cutting-edge tools — not legacy systems — and be part of a team that prioritizes staying ahead of the curve, this is your opportunity. Come build something current — right here in Madison.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field as outlined in the essential duties; or High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 12 years of relevant experience as outlined in the essential duties in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years of experience developing or configuring technology solutions, either in an application analyst or project delivery role.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply industry best practices.
• Strong computer skills to include internet navigation and email usage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of PPDS, Digital Manufacturing and Quality Management design and configuration in SAP.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP MM/PP design and configuration.
• Experience leading teams of analysts and directing work of others.
• Understanding of integration points between PPDS, Digital Manufacturing and Quality modules of SAP.
• Experience leading complex projects and coordinating work amongst a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for business systems design and configuration, and upgrades and improvements for low to medium complexity applications.
• Design and implement solutions to a wide range of difficult problems that are imaginative, thorough, and practical.
• Responsible for independent development and configuration of an assigned application.
• Identify issues that arise in the application area as well as issues that impact other application teams, and work to resolve them.
• Develop new processes and procedures to meet current challenges.
• Create and maintain system documentation.
• Lead the estimation of enhancement or support requests.
• Guide workflow design, configure and test system changes, and analyze technical issues.
• Liaise with business systems stakeholders and software vendor’s implementation staff to ensure alignment of business needs with the delivery of system changes.
• Develop an understanding of operational needs to set the direction for the organization's workflows; proactively identify opportunities to improve business workflow with technology improvements.
• Participate in developing documentation and participate in trainings and work with end users.
• Troubleshoot problems and questions and provide regular updates on status to key business stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert of assigned applications.
• Provide end-user production support for issues entered into issue tracking systems.
• Review the status of projects and issues with project leadership.
• Assign or delegate configuration or other activities to other team members.
• Act as delegate for leadership regarding incident or problem resolution.
• Provide mentorship for other peers and take the lead to solve problems, even if outside of normal scope.
• Lead internal process design and documentation to drive continuous improvement for the IT department or team.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.

Benefits

• paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
• paid leave for parents and caregivers
• a retirement savings plan
• wellness support
• health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior