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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP Lead Systems Analyst - Production Planning - **Company:** Hubbell - **Location:** Greenville, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP), Data Centers, Data Migration, Systems Analysis, Microsoft Office, Systems Development Life Cycle, Power BI, SAP (Applications), SAP Implementation, SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME), Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, IT General Controls (ITGC), Sap Fiori, Sap Production Planning - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careers.hubbell.com/talentcommunity/apply/1443492800/?locale=en_US ## About the Role The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in SAP implementations, with a strong focus on planning and manufacturing functions., * SAP MRP, ATP, BOM and routing development, serial number tracking, repetitive manufacturing, and batch management * Deep functional and technical expertise in SAP MRP and Production Planning (PP) * Experience implementing and integrating MES and PLM solutions * Proven success delivering end to end solutions, including requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, training, and post go live support * Experience working with and managing third party implementation partners in complex project environments * Experience deploying and supporting SAP Fiori applications (preferred) Technical Competencies The successful candidate should have full command of the following methodologies and tools ITIL, ITSM ERP SDLC SAP MRP, PP, SubcontractingMicrosoft Office 365 and Teams ## Description 1. SAP Production Planning - governs, guides, designs, configures, and implements SAP production planning functionality that supports core manufacturing and planning functions across Hubbell. Responsible for ensuring the successful deployment of SAP manufacturing solutions-including MRP, Production Planning (PP), MES, and PLM-in alignment with Hubbell's configuration standards, business processes, and enterprise architecture. In this area of responsibility, the analyst collaborates closely with IT peers, Hubbell Global Operations, business stakeholders, and external implementation partners to deliver scalable, standardized solutions that meet business needs. Responsibilities include gathering and analyzing requirements, supporting business cases and project proposals, and translating business needs into effective system designs. 2. Managing the Explore/Discovery phase of SAP implementation projects. Responsible for managing a 3rd party systems integrator in the requirements gathering phase of an SAP implementation project. This includes being the liaison and coordinator between the integrator and the business, ensuring the integrators tools are reviewed and implemented according to Hubbell standards and processes, works with the integrator lead to manage all activities. Ensures the outputs are complete and meet agreed upon conditions and standards. In this area of responsibility, the analyst collaborates closely with the business management and SME's as well as the 3rd party system integration team to ensure that the Explore/Discovery event accomplished all goals on time and in an efficient and effective manner. This position will reside on our SAP Implementations project team working SAP implementations for Hubbell acquisitions. Overall, the successful candidate will have both SAP Production Planning design and configuration experience as well as strong leadership, communication, and management skills., This role reports directly to the Director, IT SAP Implementations. SAP Production Planning Responsibilities: * Lead design and fit gap sessions to improve business processes, operational workflows, and information flow. * Assess and document requirements for each in scope manufacturing location by engaging decision makers, system owners, and end users to define business needs and system objectives. * Collaborate with IT peers, Global Operations leadership, and implementation partners to determine and recommend appropriate SAP manufacturing solutions. * Play a lead role in the planning, design, configuration, and deployment of new applications and enhancements to existing systems. * Develop and present system design proposals and solution options to technical and business stakeholders. * Document functional and technical specifications for selected solutions, integrations, and enhancements. * Define scope, assumptions, success criteria, and outcome metrics for systems analysis and solution delivery. * Identify and document hardware requirements (e.g., RF devices, printers) for each in scope manufacturing site. * Manage configuration activities and support related hardware procurement efforts. * Conduct regular configuration and design review meetings to ensure adherence to Hubbell standards and support tollgate governance. * Ensure compliance with Hubbell's Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), IT controls, and audit requirements. * Support on site and remote testing, training, cutover, and hypercare activities. * Lead manufacturing domain project closure activities, including documentation and knowledge transfer. * Prepare and maintain documentation required for internal and external audits. * Actively participate in and contribute to project, design, and governance meetings. SAP Implementation Discovery Responsibilities * Leads initial project setup activities during the Explore phase, including establishment of required project governance and delivery tools. * Partner with 3rd party systems integrator, Infrastructure and Network teams to ensure sites are prepared for Hubbell network standards and SAP connectivity requirements prior to implementation * Assess site readiness and forecast potential system integrations, dependencies, and technical constraints * Develop and document a preliminary overview of System Architecture* Identify scope boundaries, functional gaps, and risks across in scope domains and document mitigation strategies * Identify potential Power BI reporting needs, data sources, and analytics requirements to support business and operational visibility * Identify and estimate resource requirements for AFE planning, including: o SAP functional leads o Data migration resources o Development resources (ABAP, integrations, reporting) * Support creation of the project charter, including objectives, scope assumptions, constraints, and success criteria * Initiate high level project planning, including: o Identification of required FIT sessions by scope and functional area o Alignment on sequencing and dependencies across domains o Early engagement planning for business stakeholders and IT teams * Collaborate with program leadership to ensure Explore phase outputs align with Hubbell governance, tollgate expectations, and downstream implementation planning