SENIOR PRODUCTION PLANNING & SAP IBP SYSTEMS ANALYST

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that’s committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. [With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century], we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers’ ecological footprint.Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint, but also help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner, greener solutions.We're seeking an experienced Senior SAP Production Planning (PP) and IBP Systems Analyst with strong and demonstrated supply chain planning skills. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing, designing, and implementing SAP PP and IBP solutions to enhance production planningprocesses. Proficiency in SAP PP and IBP modules, coupled with a solid background in systems analysis and configuration. This position is located in Barcelona, Spain and is hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote).Essential Job Functions:Design and implement SAP PP and IBP solutions to meet business needs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system requirement documentation.Collaborate with SAP functional teams for seamless integration (e.g., MM, SD, WM).Work closely with business stakeholders, translating their requirements into SAP solutions.Oversee an external support team for effective collaboration.Develop and execute test plans to ensure reliability and accuracy of SAP PP and IBP configurations.Perform system validation and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT).Serve as the internal IT lead on supply chain projects.Collaborate with SAP functional teams for seamless integration (e.g., MM, SD, WM).Work closely with business stakeholders, translating their requirements into SAP solutions.Oversee an external support team for effective collaboration.Develop and execute test plans to ensure reliability and accuracy of SAP PP and IBP configurations.Perform system validation and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT).Serve as the internal IT lead on supply chain projects. Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent work experience. Master’s degree, preferred.5-10 years experience working with SAP PP and SAP IBP solutions. Extensive hands-on experience in configuring and implementing SAP PP.Experience with Analytics/Analysis and production planning.Understanding of a manufacturing environment, technologies, and related processes especially those in the production and operations space.Project management background.Preferred certifications: Certifications (incl. Professional qualifications) i.e. ACCA, GPHR, CIPS, PgMP.Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas: Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.