Senior SAP MDG Configuration Analyst

Wilmington, DE, United States

Who We Are

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler, Lee and Rock & Republic, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico and Nicaragua. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 15,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.

Job Posting

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) is a global lifestyle apparel company with a portfolio of some of the world’s most iconic consumer brands: Wrangler and Lee. We design, manufacture and distribute superior high-quality products that look good, fit right, and are crafted with sensitivity to our planet to give people around the world the freedom and confidence to express themselves.

With a presence in more than 60 countries and a heritage spanning a combined 200 years, our global community of more than 14,000 employees fosters a culture of integrity, collaboration, performance and entrepreneurial spirit. We are looking for inclusive, humble, creative and forward-looking employees with a passion for creating innovative apparel products, accessories, and solutions that are both meaningful and purposeful for consumers and employees.

Senior Analyst, SAP MDG Configuration: Become the Newest Member of Kontoor Brands

The SAP Master Data Governance Senior Configuration Analyst is responsible for implementing and supporting the SAP S4 Fashion Solution for the individual SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) team within the Global implementation and then implement and support the long-term support initiatives for the MDG team. This position engages in business process design for master data management, master data integration to all downstream systems, customer, vendor and material data management and application support of other non-SAP solutions. The primary focus will be partnering with business, Integrators and IT teams to design and implement Master Data Governance (MDG) deliverables within the budgetary guidelines mutually agreed upon with IT Management and the business areas supported and that the results are of a consistently high quality that meet the business needs. Also responsible for the integrity, availability, and security of assigned Master Data Governance (MDG) functionality to meet established IT goals.

Key Responsibilities Definition and configuration of key processes that drive MDG solutions, integration, and processes.

Map functional capabilities of IT systems to meet business requirements.

For the ERP Program Implementation and in support of projects and enhancements:

Accountable for future IT functional and technical design, configuration and integration of the SAP S4 Fashion MDG and other MDG Solutions

Follow Project workplans to implement ERP activities in line with SAP and 3rd Party changes

Definition and documentation of processes, WRICEF, Functional Specifications, test plans/scripts, deployment plans and legacy appl. changes

Design, deliver, implement, configure/develop and support SAP MDM module, including other SAP (i.e. FI, MM, PP, WM, and SD) and non-SAP applications integrated with SAP. The position will provide ongoing support to new business processes and system enhancements.

Support Master data conversion across all platforms and all regions

Support SAP MDG Processes and Configuration, Data Migration & Conversion Approach, data analysis, data cleansing, data conversion design, development, Mock Cutover/Dry Run Testing, maintenance and support for the delivery of multiple global SAP deployments; working closely with Business and IT Data Leadership, SAP Functional Leads / Analysts to understand the data functional requirements that drive the conversion design that are aligned with business and IT strategies, and are in compliance with the organization’s architectural standards.

Participate in key process workshops & issue resolution sessions

Contribute to the future IT solution design, testing, deployment and change managementProvide updates to reviews of program deliverables and status

Partner with 3rd Parties for GDS, LN to Sharepoint integration, Global application changes

Support data cleansing/migration activities

Support MDG Lead to identify and plan IT driven growth opportunities, and develop plans for executing supporting initiatives, which may include sustaining stretch, and breakthrough innovation.

Support of non-SAP Applications including Methodfuel GDS (custom), EDI for Master Data, etc.

Ensure consistent definition and compliance of security

Partner with IT and SI MDG leads and Business Leads to ensure design meets requirements and gaps and/or issues are identified / resolved

Manage own work and support other team members to achieve budget and schedule

Support issue and weekly progress reporting.

Support identification and control of areas of risk, to drive resolution of issues.

Skills For Success

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving – Strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Meeting Management

Written Communications

Collaboration/Oral Communications – Excellent people skills with ability to develop and maintain professional relationships

Experience/Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, computer science, or other relevant discipline required

Certified in SAP, MM, or MDG Functional Configuration (preferred)

Demonstrates strong command of the English language both written and verbal

Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint. Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite

Why Kontoor Brands?

At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle and our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family’s needs – now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays and tuition reimbursement.

Our Kontoor D&I Mission

At Kontoor, we believe that D&I is a key enabler to a culture that empowers us to work with passion and confidence, shaping our brand and future.

Our Kontoor D&I Commitment

Create a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents

Ensure an equitable environment that attracts & promotes diverse workforce

Foster inclusivity, ensuring employees feel they can bring their whole selves to work

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