SAP ECC Application Developer

Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities - our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience. Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.

Hybrid Schedule: Monday-Friday, Tuesday-Thursday in office 8AM-5PM

Major Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance SAP ECC solutions, ensuring alignment with business processes and technical standards.
• Lead and execute projects - both independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality technology solutions.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand, refine, and document business requirements.
• Create comprehensive functional and technical specifications that support solution design and development.
• Develop, coordinate, and perform system testing, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and readiness for production deployment.
• Analyze solution options, effort, and timelines, providing accurate estimates for enhancements and project work.
• Provide day-to-day application support for critical business systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in a timely and structured manner, from investigation through final resolution.
• Grow as a subject-matter expert in Finance applications and processes supported, serving as a trusted resource and advisor.
• Communicate system changes, key procedures, and critical updates to IT teams, management, and business partners.
• Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of support and solution processes.
• Build strong, trusted partnerships across IT, business teams, and peers to foster alignment and collaboration.
• Demonstrate and reinforce Essendant's Core Values and Guiding Actions in all interactions and deliverables.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong SAP ECC FI/CO experience.
• Material Master understanding for Finance (inventory valuation, product costing, and GL integration).
• Advanced SAP configuration and Data Dictionary knowledge.
• ABAP development, including enhancements, user exits, custom reports, Smart Forms, and debugging.
• Experience with IDocs, ALE, FTP/SFTP/SMTP.
• Self-directing individual - demonstrating teamwork, organizational skills and well-structured working approach given multiple priorities.
• Microsoft tools proficiency.

Preferred Skills

• Vistex experience in rebates, chargebacks, or incentives.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Troubleshooting complex Finance processes.
• Unix/Linux, SQL, ServiceNow, Jira experience.
• Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot to accelerate solution design, coding, troubleshooting, and process optimization.
• Vendor management.
• SAP S/4HANA Finance exposure.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience in related fields.
• 4+ years of SAP ECC experience.
• 2+ years Finance systems exposure in large corporate environment.

Salary Range: $95,000-$115,000

Benefits:

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k with matching
• Company Holidays
• Overtime Pay for hourly employees
• Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
• Maternity and Parental leave benefits
• Employee discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.