The SAP BW Developer role will design and build the components of a business intelligence (BI) data warehouse (DW) utilizing SAP Business Warehouse (BW). This role will perform data analysis, create/assist in creating reporting solutions and assist in the maintenance of the SAP BW software platform in support of business objectives. This may also include developing data flows to on premise and online multi-tier web and client-server applications and maintaining SAP HANA or databases, understanding and evaluating business requirements and translating them into solutions. This role will be primarily involved with large projects and/or those of higher complexity.

Job Responsibilities

• Designs and develops SAP Business Warehouse (BW), data analysis and reporting solutions. Works with data visualization tools to develop solutions that help drive business value.
• Develops BW objects, functions and structures for data storage, retrieval and reporting.
• Designs and develops Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) solutions to populate the data warehouse using SAP BW and SAP Business-Objects Data Services (BODS).
• Develops automated and reusable routines for extracting requested information from SAP source systems.
• Designs and develops ETL solutions to populate external databases from the data warehouse utilizing Open Hub technology and BODS.
• Defines, develops, tests, analyzes and maintains front-end and back-end interfaces (if applicable) in support of business objectives.
• Builds report and analytic prototypes based on initial business requirements.
• Designs, runs and monitors performance tests on new and existing systems for correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement and general debugging.
• Promotes strong quality practices by performing unit testing and providing appropriate level of support for user acceptance testing, as needed.
• Acts as a support resource for the technical support staff to ensure that customer-reported issues are being addressed in an efficient and accurate manner. Serves as a liaison with database and Basis administrators, developers and vendors (if needed) to assist in resolving problems with systems.
• Maintains and tests the data warehouse in compliance with the company's disaster recovery plan.
• Trains end users on new or modified applications and reports.
• Conducts research on emerging software development solutions, tools and standards in support of business needs.
• Collaborates with business leaders to design solutions.

Experience

• 5+ years designing and managing a SAP BW data warehouse in a BW development role..
• Bachelor's Degree in a technology-related field.
• In lieu of Degree, may consider an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Must be proficient in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite.
• Understanding of SAP BW/DW methodology and techniques.
• Familiarity with BW Open Hub, OData Sources, BW on Hana and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with BODS preferred.
• SAP ABAP programming knowledge.
• Experience with reporting tools strongly preferred; Bex and/or Business Objects Enterprise/Lumira experience a plus..
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills – experience in analyzing and understanding business/technology system architectures, databases, and client applications.
• Ability to work with business and technology users to define and gather reporting and analytics requirements.
• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for extended periods of time. Frequent travel to customer sites and/or industry and training events may also be required, depending on assignment.

I.T rides on a unique multi-brand, multi-layer business model that only proves to success: a multi-channel approach that caters specifically to well-defined groups of fashion lovers in targeted regions with distinct multi-brand stores and single-brand shops. Augmenting this diverse mix are respected brands from around the world that I.T licenses, and exclusively developed house brands.

IT, i.t, ete! and double-park are the flagship multi-brand stores, each appealing to contrasting individuals and tastes while retaining the passion that our company is renowned for. I.T shops are the home of sophisticated labels at the forefront of fashion, while i.t is the place for younger shoppers to find the best in fun, edgy casual wear. Fine footwear and accessories feature in the refined spaces of the ete! stores. At double-park, the latest in street wear and the lifestyle that encompasses it are explored in an experimental shopping environment.

Like those who shop at I.T, the team behind the company is energetic, open-minded and appreciates how fashion can form part of a modern lifestyle. Their dynamism and focus have propelled I.T into a major brand, in Hong Kong and in new markets beyond.

To cope with the business expansion of I.T, high calibre candidates are invited to fill the following position:-