[Remote] SAP Planning Functional Analyst

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, and they are seeking a SAP Planning Functional Analyst. The role involves analyzing, designing, and supporting planning processes across various domains, ensuring that requirements are translated into efficient SAP-based solutions. Responsibilities Responsible for designing, improving and supporting critical planning functionality and processes such as demand planning and forecasting, supply planning and inventory planning, production planning and scheduling, capacity planning (rough-cut and detailed) and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP / IBP) Lead end-to-end SAP project initiatives, including requirements gathering, configuration, testing, deployment, and hyper-care Collaborate with business stakeholders, project managers, and third-party vendors to align scope, manage risks, and ensure on-time delivery Configure and support SAP solutions aligned with global template standards, ensuring system and process integrity Manage data migration activities, including master data and open transactional data, in compliance with MDM and archival requirements Develop and execute testing, training, and change management activities to ensure successful adoption and continuity of business processes Skills Expertise in design, delivery and support of more than one SAP module (FI/CO, SD, MM, PM, PP, QM, WM, GIB) and extensive knowledge of integration points across SAP modules Experience in planning solutions such as SAC, IBP, APO, Kinexis, Anaplan Strong analytical skills, including experience with data analysis, data mapping/modeling, ETL, and synthesizing data into metrics and insights Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting ability, with a strong desire to solve complex business problems through an understanding of business processes, ERP structures, and system capabilities Ability to propose, evaluate, and communicate effective solutions while working independently in a dynamic, change-oriented environment Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; collaborative team player able to work effectively across multiple functions Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a continuous learning mindset and experience developing and delivering training materials Bachelor's in Information Systems, Business, Engineering, or related discipline Five (5) plus years of experience integrating SAP systems Three (3) plus years of experience in the manufacturing industry Experience with S4 and/or professional certification Experience participating in change management for an organization preferred Exposure to the business functions of a manufacturing enterprise from a supply chain perspective preferred Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office and Project Experience designing test scripts within automated testing tools (SAP Quality Center) preferred Experience as a power user of SAP's BDC tools such as Datasphere, SAC, BW or similar Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance Short-term disability and long-term disability Pet Insurance Legal Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match 12 Paid Holidays Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time OffDays Well-being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs Plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives Company Overview We are a global independent beverage solutions provider, with operations in Europe, North-America, and Australia. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Utrecht, Utrecht, NLD, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https//novades.nl. Company H1B Sponsorship Refresco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2026, 9 in 2025, 9 in 2024, 18 in 2023, 10 in 2022, 6 in 2021, 7 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.