IT Business Function Analyst - Forecasting to Schedule

General Information

Country: USA

State: Michigan

City: Grand Rapids

Office Location: 901 44th Street SE - - - Grand Rapids -Michigan -

Date posted: 10-Nov-2025

Business Function: Information Technology

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Description

We are hiring an IT Business Function Analyst who will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and strategic transformation within our Forecast to Schedule team. This is your opportunity to contribute to high-visibility initiatives that shape the future of our supply chain—while growing your career in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Analyze and optimize Sales and Operations and Inventory Optimization Planning (SIOP).
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, materials and IT teams to gather business requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of SAP S/4HANA Materials Management (MM) modules and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) related tools (BT Project).
• Monitor key metrics such as inventory turnover, material availability, and procurement cycle times to identify trends and drive data-informed decisions.
• Lead workshops and training sessions to support user adoption, process standardization, and change management initiatives.
  
  

Who You Are:

You are a detail-oriented and strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing supply chain operations. You thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex business needs into actionable solutions. With a strong foundation in materials management and ERP systems, you bring clarity, structure, and innovation to every project you touch.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in materials management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA or ECC Materials Management (MM) module or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification in a related field (e.g., APICS, PMP).
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementation or digital transformation projects.
• Experience with IBP implementation.
• Understanding of Sales & Operations Planning
• Familiarity with lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to lead cross-functional workshops and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for reporting and insights.
  
  

Wellbeing Means so Much More than Benefits:

• Monthly reimbursement for cell phone.
• Access to onsite wellness services, including a nurse and massage therapist.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program offering free counseling, financial planning, and legal support.
• Continuous learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning and professional development programs.
  
  

Who We Are:

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us:

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

What Matters to Us:

More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a strong and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.

The annual base salary range for this position is $71,000 - $110,900. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Steelcase considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.