Senior SAP Business/Data Analyst – Cloud Data

Senior SAP Business/Data Analyst - Cloud DataOnsite in NYC 4x a week (WFH on Fridays)Long term contract/possible conversion to FTEW2 Hourly onlySorry we are unable to consider anyone with need for work visa transfer---either now or in the future). Unable to consider 3rd party candidates.Our client is a global manufacturer with offices in NYC. They currently have an immediate need for a Senior Business/Data Analyst with strong SAP, data analysis, and cloud-data experience to support the development of modern data capabilities and cloud-based solutions. This role will bridge business stakeholders, data/engineering teams, and project teams by translating business needs into clear requirements, data specifications, process improvements, and actionable solutions. Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze current business processes, identify gaps and opportunities, and design improved AS-IS/TO-BE workflows leveraging modern cloud and data technologies.Gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements, translating them into clear specifications for both business and technical teams.Partner with data engineering and functional teams to define, map, and document enterprise data requirements and integration needs.Lead analysis of SAP data domains, including sales, purchasing, inventory, and related business processes, and help define how these datasets should be modeled within cloud data platforms.Develop functional specifications, process documentation, standard operating procedures, and supporting data/process documentation.Support business process re-engineering and systems modernization initiatives.Define approaches for measuring process effectiveness and performance against established metrics.Present findings, recommendations, process models, and proposed solutions to business and technical stakeholders.Participate throughout the SDLC, including requirements gathering, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, solution validation, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).Manage multiple initiatives as needed while maintaining strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.Required Qualifications7+ years of hands-on SAP techno-functional experience, with strong knowledge of SAP business data and datasets.10+ years of IT experience, including significant experience in business/systems analysis, data analysis, and large-scale technology implementations.Strong understanding of data modeling and data mapping, including translating SAP datasets into cloud-based/non-SAP data environments.Experience developing functional requirements and specifications for data solutions.Strong knowledge of business process analysis and re-engineering.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, including user stories, acceptance criteria, backlog management, and sprint ceremonies.Proficiency with process and requirements modeling techniques such as process flows, swim lanes, use cases, AS-IS/TO-BE diagrams, and wireframes.Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.Experience with Jira is a plus.Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud-data technologies is highly desirable.Knowledge of web applications and information security principles.EducationBachelor’s degree is REQUIRED.CBAP or similar business analysis certification is a plus.