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Sr. Manager, Applications (SAP)

Location: 

Buffalo, NY, US, 14213 GA, US LA, US WI, US ID, US CA, US VA, US NH, US PR, US IL, US MD, US KY, US WA, US OR, US AZ, US NM, US RI, US TX, US MO, US KS, US NY, US WV, US MN, US CO, US SC, US MS, US CT, US NE, US OK, US FL, US MI, US NJ, US SD, US NC, US MT, US ME, US IA, US PA, US TN, US DE, US NV, US IN, US MA, US UT, US OH, US

Req ID:  34701
Segment:  Information Technology & Systems

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Rich’s is growing our global S/4HANA Transformation Office delivery team.  We are looking for a collaborative, self-directed, and globally focused individual to join our team to support Rich Product’s corporate global growth strategy.  Our team is focused on replacing manual and outdated processes and systems with newer digital solutions to modernize our ERP and supply chain capabilities.  In this role you will routinely work with leaders from across the globe and at WHQ to create new solutions. 

 

The Senior Manager of Applications (SAP) reports to the SAP Transformation IS Program Director and will be responsible for managing, overseeing, and coordinating the program activities of the SAP System environment and associated Business Software Applications through support of best practices. This includes managing a team of functional associates, consultants, coordinating with technical teams, and ensuring that the SAP system aligns with Rich’s business processes and objectives.
 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES

  • Supervise and guide a team of SAP functional team members, providing direction and support throughout the project.
  • Foster a cooperative and productive working environment within the IT team.
  • Collaborate with SAP implementation partners/vendors to ensure project milestones are met and internal IT engagement with partners.
  • Partner with Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, and other Digital service line teams as well as user community to ensure successful and timely capturing of business requirements.
  • Lead/Support prototyping, functional design, cross-module integration, and guide the business in utilizing the platform functionality to the best extent possible, including reviewing business processes and system integration challenges.
  • Make sure SAP out of the box (global template) is adhered to and need to validate/address any deviations.
  • Identify capabilities, tools, standards, and best practices necessary to meet functional area objectives, emerging issues, and future needs.
  • Work with the Enterprise Architects and the business to successfully perform gap analysis for complex projects and to translate the business requirements and business processes into functional design specifications.
  • Utilize industry best practices to analyze, plan, design, develop, integrate, implement, and manage enterprise architecture, its associated contents, and data supporting ERP migration across multi-functional domain areas.
     

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience working with SAP
  • Minimum of one end-to-end SAP S/4HANA green field implementation experience desired
  • Excellent hands-on SAP ERP skills 
  • Experience working in a global environment with localization requirements
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to project management
  • Knowledge of SAP cloud-based integration, BTP, and Fiori is a plus
  • Thorough understanding of software development, governance, and project management in a geographically dispersed team environment
  • Experience with agile methodologies is a plus
  • Food services or CPG industry experience preferred 
  • Ability to travel 10-20% as needed (National and International)
     

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COMPENSATION

 

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

 

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$136,055.54 - $204,083.31

 

 

 

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health & financial benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Family planning support
  • Flexible work policy
  • Associate resource groups
  • Volunteering & community impact opportunities
  • Holiday gatherings
  • In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

MEET RICH’S.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.


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