Business Systems Analyst Global Information Systems Group

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Information Systems Group is dedicated to the success of Lam through providing best-in-class and innovative information system solutions and services. Together, we support users globally with data, information, and systems to achieve their business objectives. 

The impact you’ll make

The Business Systems Analyst (BSA) is a high-performing leader, problem solver, and innovator who challenges the status quo and drives innovation. In this role, you will analyze complex business problems and develop re-engineered processes and automated technology solutions to address them. You will provide consultation to end users and lead cross-functional teams to resolve business and systems issues.

What you’ll do

• Works closely with Lam Global Operations teams to understand and support their operational needs and determine the best technology solution.
• Provides analysis and deep insights into business needs and challenges, enabling the best-fit technology solution.
• Deep understanding of the interactions, dependencies, and alignment of different corporate initiatives, business units, and IT strategies.
• Architects and designs business processes and systems solutions in support of business objectives.
• Deep expertise in end-to-end Procure-to-Pay processes, e.g., master data, RFQ, forecasting, source determination, MRP, inventory strategies (safety stock, consignment, replenishment, rebalancing, etc.), subcontracting, Purchase Order (PO) management, inbound logistics, costing, supplier invoicing, indirect procurement, etc., and supplier collaboration, e.g., forecasting, inventory, PO management, costing, capacity availability, constraints, etc.
• Ability to connect multiple operations domains (Planning, Fulfillment, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Spares Operations) and their interdependencies with Procurement.
• Collaborates with the business unit in leveraging various Supply Chain Execution and Supplier Collaboration systems (SAP ECC MM/PP, SAP S/4, Product Sourcing, QTM, SAP Flexible Workflows, SAP Portal, BI/Dashboards, Supplier B2B technologies—One Network, Coupa, etc.) to enable the organization's future-state business capabilities.
• Able to wear multiple hats: Business Analyst, Data Analyst, and Systems Analyst, and communicate effectively with a diverse audience, including leadership, to articulate complex planning scenarios, trade-offs, and their impact on Lam Operations.
• Ability to understand business functionality and translate it into business use cases.

What you'll do (continued)

• Experience with both waterfall and agile project management methodologies, and the ability to deliver on responsibilities during various project phases, including:
  • Requirements (Validation and Alignment)
  • Design (Blueprint and Specifications)
  • Develop (Technical Specifications, Prototyping, Configuration, and Unit Testing)
  • Test (Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing)
  • Training/Documentation
  • Deploy (Cutover and Go-Live)
  • Run (Post-Mortem and Hypercare)
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Demonstrated cross-functional team leadership experience.
• Experience working with consultants in both support and project environments.
• Must be able to demonstrate the skills and ability to build effective and productive relationships within and outside the immediate team.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Technology, Operations, or a related field with 12 years of related experience; or 8 years of related experience and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years of related experience; or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of overall SAP experience, with 3+ years of experience in ECC and S/4 (MM, PP).
• Demonstrated expertise across multiple enterprise systems, including SAP and no-code platforms.
• Experienced in leading more than one end-to-end implementation program that included analysis, design, configuration, development, testing, and deployment, including training and data conversion.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical/critical-thinking skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently or with limited direction.

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of advanced BI and dashboarding tools, e.g., Microsoft Power Platform.
• Comfortable working with large data sets in MS Excel and querying language like SQL is a plus.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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