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THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
The Sr. IT Business Analyst is responsible for supporting, enhancing, and optimizing SAP solutions related to warehouse management and logistics processes. This role involves working closely with business users, technical teams, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective warehouse operations and supply chain processes
Key responsibilities include supporting system implementations, driving enhancements, and providing ongoing user support and training. Success requires strong technical insight, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to delivering effective solutions in a global environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Business Analysis & Requirements: Partner with business teams to identify system needs and document formal requirements. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are clear, actionable, and aligned with business goals. Represent the functional area in planning discussions to prioritize initiatives and maximize value.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison between business users and IT for system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements. Communicate progress on requests, coordinate resource needs, and ensure alignment across teams. Act as the go-to contact for resolving system performance issues and sharing updates with leadership.
Training & Change Management: Lead efforts to prepare users for system changes through training programs, SOP development, and consistent communication. Establish super user forums and address process gaps to support adoption and long-term success.
System Support & Troubleshooting: Provide day-to-day application support, resolve production issues, and coordinate with IT support teams. Respond to user inquiries, determine root causes, and deliver solutions or training as needed to maintain smooth operations.
Process Improvement: Review existing business processes to identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency. Recommend innovative uses of system functionality, implement improvements, and train users on new workflows and tools.
Reporting & Documentation: Support report development by designing functional specifications and collaborating with technical teams. Maintain thorough documentation for requirements, testing scenarios, process changes, and performance issues to ensure transparency and continuity.
Project Coordination: Apply project management skills to organize work streams, allocate resources, and meet timelines. Provide regular status updates and ensure deliverables align with business priorities and operational needs.
Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee coaching.
WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a business, information systems or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience in progressive IT related roles; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
A strong understanding of warehouse management, inventory control, and logistics execution processes is essential, along with expertise in SAP WM/LE configuration.
Proficiency in RF scanning, barcode systems, and label printing is necessary, as is experience with integrating SAP WM/LE with other modules and third-party systems.
Key skills include strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities
Experience with MS Office and LSMW, as well as exposure to SAP EWM, can be advantageous
Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Team-oriented, approachable, and committed to fostering a positive work culture.
OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
Experience supporting IT logistics and supply chain management on the SAP side is strongly preferred.
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in business or information systems
- 5+ years of relevant experience in progressive IT related roles
- Familiarity with supply chain processes
- Proficiency in ERP development/configuration and documenting requirements
- Strong understanding of system capabilities impacting business processes
Smithfield Foods Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Smithfield Foods and has not been reviewed or approved by Smithfield Foods.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support stands out as a strong component of the package, with a 401(k) match repeatedly characterized as competitive. This element is portrayed as a meaningful contributor to overall total rewards beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, disability, and life coverage. Insurance quality is often positioned as a notable strength relative to other parts of the employment experience.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Compensation is frequently framed as competitive for the industry, particularly for skilled trades and certain salaried roles. Overtime availability is depicted as a major lever that can materially increase take-home pay in many settings.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others.
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