PDP IT Business Analyst

Share ideas that shape innovation. One of the world's great companies and an innovative leader in technology, John Deere offers an inclusive culture where teamwork thrives and performance is rewarded. It's the perfect career destination for high-level challenge and ongoing growth and mobility. Job Description: PDP IT Business Analyst For additional Employment Opportunities at John Deere visit: www.JohnDeereCareers.com  Located in Moline, Illinois, the Deere & Company World Headquarters is both a busy administrative hub, and a tangible symbol of the company's values. On a 1,400 acre campus, along with several satellite locations, the World Headquarters houses the executive and administrative staffs of Deere's divisions, along with a variety of company-wide functions such as communications, finance, supply management, information technology and human resources. With more than 2,400 employees, this diverse population also provides organizational and strategic support for the company.  From satellite mapping technology in the Agricultural Equipment division and GPS locator systems for construction equipment, to global interconnectivity across parts distribution networks —employees at the World Headquarters help strengthen the cause of progress throughout the enterprise.  Appropriately, the Deere & Company World Headquarters stands in the city where John Deere opened his first factory in 1848. Both practically and symbolically, these facilities act as a foundation on which rests the rich and diverse history, culture, and organization of the global enterprise that is John Deere.  View location information to learn more about the area. One of the benefits of working at John Deere is our comprehensive career development program.  Our employees' internal resumes are accessible on-line by managers and human resources, allowing them to match employee interests with company needs—in short, getting the right people in the right jobs, at the right time. John Deere Corporate Office is seeking an Product Development Process (PDP) IT Business Analyst to translate high level business requirements into detailed business/process functional specification for implementing technical solutions for PDP and Product Data Management (PDM).  In this position, you will: Be responsible for identifying business requirements leading to the creation of functional specifications and resulting in SAP R/3 system solutions including: Detailed documentation of business processes and system solution. System configuration and testing Business input/guidance for technical development. Training creation and delivery Ongoing support of user community. Be responsible for specific SAP PDP/PDM Team Functions including Bill of Material Management and Document Information Record Management Processes.  Education Bachelor’s Degree in an Information Technology discipline or equivalent experience. Required Skills and Experience Familiarity with Core Deere Processes including Order Fulfillment (OFP) and Product Delivery (PDP). Familiarity with SAP. Familiarity with Deere Product Data Management Processes. Working knowledge of Legacy systems related to PDP and OFP. Project planning and execution experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly. Willingness to travel approximately 50% including internationally. Desired Skills and Experience  Experience with product configuration. Experience with Pro/E or Model Data Management. The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. They may vary from position to position.  Join a company that keeps you growing. Because we are a large, global organization with many disciplines and locations, you'll have the opportunity to explore different roles. Plus, our continued growth constantly creates new advancement opportunities. We offer compensation based on both individual and company performance, as well as total rewards package that includes an attractive 401(k), a Defined Benefit Pension plan fully paid by the company, complete health coverage, wellness programs and a variety of other benefits designed to support your success.