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JOB DESCRIPTION
General Purpose of the Job:
Provides total support to the users of SAP application system and ancillary software tools, including package installation, configuration, enhancements & process improvements, problem resolution, training and education, report development.
The position focuses on a specific functional area(s) of the company, which in this case is Production Planning/Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
The scope of responsibility is for Tremco American operations all businesses and all locations.
Nurtures and insures the successful use of the application systems tools.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides overall direction in the implementation of new SAP modules and new releases of the SAP application software, as well as related 3rd party software tools. Provides 2nd level help desk support.
Trains and assists users in the use of SAP business application software.
Prepares training materials, schedules, and conducts application system training as needed.
Audience may be other IT staff or end-user staff.
Performs cost vs.
benefit analysis to determine rational for application system development and enhancements. Acts as liaison to the software vendors and other users of the software.
Is actively involved in software and/or functional user groups users. Performs systems analysis, design, configuration, and programming tasks related to enhancements, interfaces, data conversion and special reporting requirements, etc. Advises users as to the applicability of various alternatives to meet the specified requirements, such as: SAP baseline functionality & reporting, specialized configuration, extracts to PC-based analysis tools, custom report-writing and report development, complimentary software packages, and or changes to business processes. Designs and assists users in the design and documentation of business processes and procedures, the development of training materials, and the delivery of training, etc.
Performs thorough testing of all new and revised system functions and reporting.
Performs quality assurance reviews of procedural documentation and training materials. Acts as a team leader or group leader for projects / tasks established within a functional area, such as: sales & distribution, finance & accounting, or manufacturing.
Organizes and leads various user group forums to address issue management, to field & manage enhancements requests, and to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas among users within a given functional area of the business operation.
Additional Job Functions:
Project management task and administration.
Maintains work plans, tracks effort and progress vs.
plan for small to medium scale projects and provides appropriate status information regarding projects. Coordinates / directs the activities of project teams to accomplish the goals of a project.
Team members may be other IT staff, as well as end-user staff. Supervises contract consultants, programmers, and part-time clerical assistance, as needed. Technical.
Provides secondary support for the technical hardware and communications platforms used to support application systems: would include log in's, printing, security, etc.
Would act as a liaison between end-users and the IT technical group. Note: Other duties may be assigned, as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no direct reports and has no hiring/firing authority.
However, may provide direction and supervision to project team members, consultants, contract programmers and temporary help, as required.
Supervision may include work assignment, quality review, training, and scheduling.
Competencies:
The competencies listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Analytical skills, IT technical skills, understanding of business operations, business ethics, problem solving ability, teamwork, leadership, effective communication skills, organizational skills, professionalism, commitment to quality.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Formal Education Required: College or University degree is preferred.
SAP Certification in related discipline or equivalent training.
Practical Work Experience Required:
5+ years' experience in Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) and the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) modules 4+ years SAP implementation experience. S4 Hana experience preferred 3+ Years SAP Super User in discipline related to PP/DS module 3+ Years of supporting related PP and Material Master data including managing data and mass loads / changes Experience with SAP IBP - Integrated Business Planning Experience with SAP Digital Manufacturing is a plus Understanding of ABAP and debugging skills are a plus Strong customer service skills and orientation.
High degree of flexibility in interface with customers / constituents.
2 years experience in project management skills. Ability to distinguish, learn and accept differences in business and end-user requirements. Ability to learn and expand technical knowledge and interpersonal skills. Highly organized with effective and cycle time sensitive time management and project management skills. Read, write, and communicate fluently in English. Note: some of the experiences and time frames may overlap.
Special Knowledge and Skill:
General knowledge and understanding of business operations. In-depth knowledge of a specific functional area of business operations (manufacturing, finance & accounting, sales & distribution, etc.).
In depth knowledge of the SAP application software, including its functions & capabilities, configuration, reporting and support requirements. Proficiency in analysis, design, and testing techniques. Good project management skills, including planning, methodologies, time tracking, leadership, etc. Good communication skills. Working knowledge of the following computing platforms: Microsoft Office, Sharepoint. Knowledge of test tools such as Panaya or HP ALM. Basic understanding of IT communications networks.
Analytical Abilities: Requires a high level of analytical ability and creativity to develop effective and cost-efficient business solutions, through the deployment of IT.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently in English.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills:
Must be highly skilled in the use of personal computers.
This includes, PC operation, printing, file management, and the ability to use Office 365 tools and functionality.
Working knowledge of the following databases: Primary focus on S4 Hana, Oracle, and other cloud-based applications.
Basic understanding of IT communications networks.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
SAP or other Certifications would be an asset.
Other Qualifications:
Must be available for meetings between 8:30 to 16:30 USA Eastern Standard Time.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.
Employee will also be required to view a computer screen on a regular basis.
(80 - 100%) Sitting at desk or conference table (90 - 100%). Some travel and overnight travel are required to regional offices and plant locations.
(0-25%)
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Work remotely 90% of the time; may be called in to corporate office from time to time for project meetings. Occasional visits to manufacturing plants, including office areas and shop floor.
(0 - 25%) Some overtime, night work and/or weekend work required, related to project work, problem resolution or major IT upgrades (0-20%). Eye strain could be a problem due to extensive use of a computer monitor.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Posted: 2025-04-05 15:11:34
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Senior Test Analyst - D365 CE / DevOps / Automation / Playwright / C# - Birmingham
Hybrid - x1 a week onsite
Permanent (Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity)
Senior Test Analyst required for our client based in Birmingham.
They're an established Microsoft Digital Transformation Consultancy who are currently seeking a Senior Automation Tester with extensive experience across the entire testing lifecycle, including requirements gathering, collaborating with development teams, and supporting end users.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement) and a strong understanding of UAT, testing methodologies, and DevOps processes.
You will play a key role in leading automation testing efforts in a fast-paced environment.
The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain automated test scripts using C# for various applications.
Perform automation testing for web applications, with a preference for Playwright, or Selenium if Playwright is not available.
Lead and execute system testing for Dynamics 365 CE projects.
Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) support for Dynamics 365 CE projects also beneficial.
Oversee and contribute to end-to-end system lifecycle testing, ensuring all testing phases are thoroughly executed and meet high-quality standards.
Collaborate with development teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather, clarify, and review testing requirements.
Work through challenging testing scenarios, ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
Create, analyse, and execute user test scripts and provide detailed feedback and progress reports to the Test Manager.
Work closely with DevOps and other project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to track progress, manage test cases, and ensure smooth integration.
Mentor junior testers and assist in refining testing methodologies and processes.
Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, optimising testing practices and workflows.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in automation testing with a strong understanding of test automation frameworks.
Proven experience with C# and automation testing tools such as Playwright (preferred) or Selenium.
Strong experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement).
Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
ISTQB Foundation Certificate or equivalent certification in software testing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on quality assurance and test automation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and working in an Agile environment.
Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Olivia.yafai@crimson.co.uk for immediate consideration.
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Start: 01/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per month
Posted: 2025-04-04 15:12:10
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc.
Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Supply Chain Network Analyst analyzes optimization efforts, identifies business needs, tracks performance metrics, evaluates risks/opportunities and drives improvements in the supply chain process.
Effectively communicates to leadership and leads initiatives in support of the Supply Chain Optimization Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works with the Optimization Manager and key stakeholders in sales, marketing, and operations to determine key supply initiatives and inventory targets. Maintain Dryvit SIOP process - monthly plant meetings and network inventory management. Analyzes data to help set DOI targets and manage deliverables for OSD reduction process and excess inventory reduction efforts.
Determines inventory needs including but not limited to quantity, quality, location, etc.
Create cross functional accountability in optimization projects.
Manage PIF process and after launch follow- ups for new products and exits.
Dryvit SKU rationalization - work with inventory specialist to analyze data, change status, and balance existing product amongst plants.
Supports the development of innovative supply chain solutions and tools to support drive strategic and tactical decision-making.
Identifies significant and/or critical supply-demand imbalances.
Works with Operations and procurement to solve and communicates with business leaders effectively and timely to allow for proactive resolution.
Assists with the development and execution of network models, capacity analysis, system standards, as well as the replenishment and redistribution of inventory within the network.
Identifies current state and potential future state flows of the fabrication, panelization, and offsite business from supply chain to internally fabricated façade finish and external third-party capacity.
Provides continuous process mapping support as new methods and sites are added to the network.
Travels to sites in the network to fully understand processes and workflows.
In scope deliverables include all upstream products that are part of the system.
Completes or leads special projects or other supply chain functions as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: A bachelor's degree in business or supply chain-related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Educational experience with a degree in Supply Chain or professional experience including one year in demand planning.
Hands on experience with SAP APO and BI modules utilized for demand planning, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in formulating and implementing optimization models is a plus.
Must have experience manipulating and analyzing complex, high-volume, highly dimensional data from varying sources as well as driving the collection of new data.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
APICS preferred, or green belt desired.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred SAP APO and BW knowledge.
Strong MS office skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
Knowledge of analytical techniques in optimization, and statistical modeling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate across the organization.
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills with active listening practices.
Self-managed and motivated to contribute individually as well as a member of the team.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $65,000 and $75,000 plus a bonus opportunity.
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Posted: 2025-04-04 15:10:47
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc.
Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Supply Chain Network Analyst analyzes optimization efforts, identifies business needs, tracks performance metrics, evaluates risks/opportunities and drives improvements in the supply chain process.
Effectively communicates to leadership and leads initiatives in support of the Supply Chain Optimization Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works with the Optimization Manager and key stakeholders in sales, marketing, and operations to determine key supply initiatives and inventory targets. Maintain Dryvit SIOP process - monthly plant meetings and network inventory management. Analyzes data to help set DOI targets and manage deliverables for OSD reduction process and excess inventory reduction efforts.
Determines inventory needs including but not limited to quantity, quality, location, etc.
Create cross functional accountability in optimization projects.
Manage PIF process and after launch follow- ups for new products and exits.
Dryvit SKU rationalization - work with inventory specialist to analyze data, change status, and balance existing product amongst plants.
Supports the development of innovative supply chain solutions and tools to support drive strategic and tactical decision-making.
Identifies significant and/or critical supply-demand imbalances.
Works with Operations and procurement to solve and communicates with business leaders effectively and timely to allow for proactive resolution.
Assists with the development and execution of network models, capacity analysis, system standards, as well as the replenishment and redistribution of inventory within the network.
Identifies current state and potential future state flows of the fabrication, panelization, and offsite business from supply chain to internally fabricated façade finish and external third-party capacity.
Provides continuous process mapping support as new methods and sites are added to the network.
Travels to sites in the network to fully understand processes and workflows.
In scope deliverables include all upstream products that are part of the system.
Completes or leads special projects or other supply chain functions as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: A bachelor's degree in business or supply chain-related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Educational experience with a degree in Supply Chain or professional experience including one year in demand planning.
Hands on experience with SAP APO and BI modules utilized for demand planning, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in formulating and implementing optimization models is a plus.
Must have experience manipulating and analyzing complex, high-volume, highly dimensional data from varying sources as well as driving the collection of new data.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
APICS preferred, or green belt desired.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred SAP APO and BW knowledge.
Strong MS office skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
Knowledge of analytical techniques in optimization, and statistical modeling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate across the organization.
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills with active listening practices.
Self-managed and motivated to contribute individually as well as a member of the team.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $65,000 and $75,000 plus a bonus opportunity.
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Posted: 2025-04-04 15:10:29
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PMO Analyst to join a prestigious foreign bank based in the heart of Central London.
This is an office-based role offering excellent benefits, salary up to £35,000 and the chance to contribute to high-impact projects within a dynamic financial services environment.
As a PMO Analyst, you will play a vital role in supporting project governance, reporting, financial tracking, and resource planning within the Project Management Office.
You will work closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure project delivery aligns with regulatory expectations and internal standards.
You will be responsible for:
* Support the implementation of project governance frameworks and maintain compliance with internal project delivery standards.
* Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior stakeholders.
* Track project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocations, highlighting risks and variances.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation including schedules, risk logs, and change registers.
* Monitor project performance metrics and analyse trends to support continuous improvement.
* Coordinate stakeholder communications and facilitate project reviews and lessons-learned sessions.
* Administer project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello, Power BI) and provide user support.
* Assist in the development of PMO standards, templates, and tools to enhance delivery capability.
What we are looking for:
* Previous experience as a PMO Analyst, Project Support Analyst, Governance Analyst, Project Coordinator, Project Analyst, Project Monitoring Analyst, Project Control Analyst or in a similar project support role.
* Possess experience in working in bank or financial firm.
* Strong understanding of project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid.
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or related field.
* Skilled in project management and reporting tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or Power BI.
* Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational and time management skills.
* A project management certification (e.g.
PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM) is desirable but not essential.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Excellent pension and private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Gym membership contribution
* Season ticket loan
* Career development within a highly respected financial institution
Apply now for this exceptional PMO Analyst opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Type: Permanent Location: Central London, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £35000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-04-03 17:33:46
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Senior Test Analyst - D365 CE / DevOps / Automation / Playwright / C# - Birmingham
Hybrid - x1 a week onsite
Permanent (Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity)
Senior Test Analyst required for our client based in Birmingham.
They're an established Microsoft Digital Transformation Consultancy who are currently seeking a Senior Automation Tester with extensive experience across the entire testing lifecycle, including requirements gathering, collaborating with development teams, and supporting end users.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement) and a strong understanding of UAT, testing methodologies, and DevOps processes.
You will play a key role in leading automation testing efforts in a fast-paced environment.
The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain automated test scripts using C# for various applications.
Perform automation testing for web applications, with a preference for Playwright, or Selenium if Playwright is not available.
Lead and execute system testing for Dynamics 365 CE projects.
Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) support for Dynamics 365 CE projects also beneficial.
Oversee and contribute to end-to-end system lifecycle testing, ensuring all testing phases are thoroughly executed and meet high-quality standards.
Collaborate with development teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather, clarify, and review testing requirements.
Work through challenging testing scenarios, ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
Create, analyse, and execute user test scripts and provide detailed feedback and progress reports to the Test Manager.
Work closely with DevOps and other project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to track progress, manage test cases, and ensure smooth integration.
Mentor junior testers and assist in refining testing methodologies and processes.
Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, optimising testing practices and workflows.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in automation testing with a strong understanding of test automation frameworks.
Proven experience with C# and automation testing tools such as Playwright (preferred) or Selenium.
Strong experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement).
Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
ISTQB Foundation Certificate or equivalent certification in software testing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on quality assurance and test automation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and working in an Agile environment.
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Start: 01/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £50000 per month
Posted: 2025-04-02 11:17:40
