Robin Rose Email & Phone Number

United States

Lead and Manage Delivery project for SAP and Ariba.

Greater Atlanta Area

Work with clients on Procurement/Strategic Sourcing of SAP/Ariba/ Coupa implementations.

Atlanta, Ga

As Global Solutions Architect for the Source-to-Pay team and System Project Leader for Source-to Pay-Global Roll outs, I manage all phases of project implementation, using global template and best practice functionality, as well as efficiently analyzing and resolving issues. Additionally work on quarterly change request releases for the Source to Pay team;Additional responsibilities include:-Manage offshore team and mentor business analysts.- Manage configuration of standard MM system requirements.-Build and design demos; training documents, knowledge transfer documents for offshore support team-Manage all phases of testing; and create all test scripts. Work with end users, utilizing HP ALM. -Effectively work through defects, as well as redesign and retest functionality.-Develop and build SAP procurement workflows for purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and contracts.- Support Ariba bidding, RFQ, and e-cataloging functionality.- Support interfaces and EDI; including MES

Atlanta, Ga

As Functional Consultant Lead, I managed all phases of MM implementation projects, as well as led redesign projects, analyzing and providing alternative or best practice SAP solutions.Additional responsibilities included:-Conducted blueprint workshops to determine design of system.-Designed and configured standard SAP.-Designed and tested SRM functionality.-Managed and coordinated development work of RICEF objects and unit test design.-Created test cases, composed specifications for RICEF objects, and performed data mapping.-Completed all phases of SAP implementation cycle.-Applied knowledge of spare parts, split valuation and procurement processes.-Expertly planned and implemented Master Data conversion mapping/cleansing projects for clients.-Provided on-site production support for MM, SRM, IM, QM, and AP areas of SAP.-Acted as Training Lead for P2P processes.-Trained business owners and employees in SAP MM solution, ensuring understanding of process and how it integrates with other business functionality.

Suwanee, Ga

As global configuration specialist for SAP MM/IM, I provided analysis, design, and development, as well as implemented tactical and strategic solutions, supporting business areas using both SAP and non-SAP technology.Additional responsibilities included:-Created best business practices for materials management for North America and Europe.-Developed and implemented Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for Global Supply Chain.-Teamed with developer to design and build new workflow functionality, and managed and maintained system.-Managed and maintained workflow processes and administration.-Supported forecast, planning, and MRP functionality.-Developed, maintained, and managed all training documentation for MM, as well as provided hands-on training as needed.-Supported day-to-day MM processes in SAP ECC 6.0.

Pittsburg, Pa

Location: Pittsburgh, PADates: 3/2010-9/2010Description: As Global Team Lead, I oversaw and participated in projects involving development and deployment of Global roll-outs, including managing a large scale MRP worldwide implementation project. As Data Steward, I set up, supported, and maintained product master data through product life cycle, as well as proactively resolved data quality issues.Additional responsibilities included:-Led global template configuration of SAP MM in ECC 6.0.-Analyzed and solved complex system problems as part of overall SAP global support system.-Managed and implemented data governance process improvement initiatives.-Followed appropriate change control procedures including creation and ownership of Business Requirements, Functional Specifications, and User Acceptance Tests (UAT’s).-Proactively identified areas of improvement to reduce support requirements/improve business efficiencies.-Analyzed integration points within SAP and other systems to fully grasp impact of all proposed system changes, as well as communicated with users, business analysts, and information technology personnel regarding issue resolution and impact of system changes.-Worked directly with business owners and development team to prioritize issues and projects within Procure–to-Pay area.-Played key role in development of End-User SAP Training for MRP/Procure-to-Pay functionality, and provided on-site training as needed.-Stayed abreast of new SAP functionality in Supply Chain area to recommend new enhancements.

As a Center of Excellence team member supporting global business using SAP ECC 6.0, I completed three full cycle implementations of SAP R/3, primarily in Logistics and Material Management/Procurement, in Canada, Mexico, US-4 sites, and Brazil, consistently using SAP Best Practices.Additional responsibilities included:- Conducted gap analysis sessions and facilitated matching user requirements with system capabilities to produce desired system functionality.-Led efforts in procurement blueprinting, configuration, design, implementation, acceptance testing, training, and support phases of a global implementation for five countries.-Configured MM module in accordance to business requirements for Requisition–to-Pay.-Created and maintained all functional requirement specifications and high level design documents for processes including interfaces, and forms.-Adhered to all quality assurance standards of GMP/GXP.-Built training scripts using RWD UPerform, as well as trained end-users and supported go-lives.-Effectively established and led cross-functional teams in process change management.-Reviewed, evaluated and prioritized reports, interfaces, conversions, enhancements, forms, and all other development requests in coordination with Process Owners and Technical Analysts.-Supported day-to-day MM processes in SAP ECC 6.0 after global implementation.

Marietta, Ga

As team member of Global (US, Germany, Netherlands) SAP implementation project for MM/WM, I used full project SAP-ASAP methodologies utilizing Solution Manager, applied extensive knowledge of leading edge procurement procedures and SAP Best Practices, and managed all master data for 12 years.Additional responsibilities included:-Managed all Material Master views (Inventory and Non inventory) and Vendor Master Views in SAP for US operations, playing key role in global consolidation of Material Master Data and Vendor Master Data.-Produced procurement spend, contract manufacturer performance and financial reports with SAP standard variant configuration experience, as well as validated reports for operations across the company, utilizing BI where applicable.-Led process workshops to identify user requirements.-Created and maintained user acceptance test plans (UATs), business process procedures (BPPs), and business process mapping, as well as created training documentation in RWD.-Established and managed security roles and maintenance of SAP for Operations Dept.-Coordinated training companywide and facilitated rollout plans for new systems and enhancements in SAP with local key users.-Facilitated implementation of SAP process improvement initiatives.

Managed all aspects of SAP Material Master, Vendor Master Data records for US operations.Manage inventory MRP levels for marketing materials.Supply Chain team lead for SAP upgrade to 4.6 cLed process workshops to identify user requirements. Provide procurement expertise for Supply Chain.Key role in change management of direct purchasing from tactical to strategic sourcing.Wrote and maintained scripts (BPP's) for validation requirements, process improvements, user acceptance testing (UAT's) and training programs using RWD Provided analytical reporting to management on commodities, vendor evaluations, and buyer groups. Create reports, queries and variants utilizing BI in SAP.Conducted training for Supply Chain division on all aspects of SAP purchasing functionality.Established SAP security groups, and maintain security rights for Supply Chain group. Configured new changes to SAP.

Marietta, Ga

Team member and Super User of SAP 3.1 implementation project. Led departments through preferred supplier program and selections.Category Manager ffor IT Dept, R&D Group, Marketing and Maintenance & Operations, equipment and supplies, approximately 10M annually.Managed supplier relationships. Reviewed and negotiated co tracts. Significantly reduced costs by researching departmental needs, and analyzing spend data, prepared RFP/Q's, analyzing vendor capability, narrowing the vendor base, leveraging total spend, negotiating supplier agreements, evaluation of supplier capability, establishing supplier continuous improvement processes and developed supplier evaluations.Negotiated any purchase order variance, terms and conditions disputes, to the most favorable position of the company.

Responsible for developing and implementing purchase order procedures.Ordered all purchased/leased furniture, equipment inclusive of LAN hardware for all locations.Category Manager for indirect materials. Purchased all office supplies, printing and marketing material for company, approximately 30K annually.Negotiated proposals with vendors, generated savings of $500,000 in one year.

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Bachelor'S In Management, Management, 3.6

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration, 3.8

Business Administration And Management, General