Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.
Job DescriptionContinental’s digital capabilities are growing every day. Our Sales, Logistics & Central Functions IT competence center is the tech-foundation and the backbone of our worldwide Tires business. In our daily work we manage service requests from our internal and external stakeholders and engage in the steady development of our SAP platforms. As a bridge between business needs and IT development, our global department acts as a worldwide player to enable Continental’s success in the Tires group. As part of our continuous growing business, we are looking for an experienced SAP-SD Consultant for our central IT Tires department in Lousado, Portugal.
Key responsibilities:
- Implementation of SD solutions related to projects, process optimization, change and service requests and incidents;
- Collaborating with internal customers to consult, support and implement the Tires business strategies and to continuously optimize the existing SD solutions in projects all over the world;
- Maintaining, reviewing, and enhancing SD application scenarios;
- Developing in ABAP/ABAP-OO and customize using SAP standard;
- Handling SAP interfaces to connected systems;
- Managing problems and errors incl. root cause analysis, development, verification, and implementation of solution proposals;
- Documenting IT related solutions, functions, and processes;
- Transferring knowledge to incorporated departments.
- Academic degree in Information Systems, Business Informatics, Economics, or other relevant field of study;
- >3 years of experience as SAP SD consultant, preferably in an international operating company or in the automotive industry;
- Good knowledge of the SAP module SD related customizing and sales and distribution processes;
- Experienced in ABAP, ABAP-OO and technical interfaces;
- Qualified to assess and implement SAP solutions with various partners;
- Proficient English skills (both speaking and writing);
- Analytical skills and self-determined, solution-oriented working style;
- Team player in an intercultural environment;
- Willingness to travel to a small degree (up to 10 %).
Our offer:
- Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
- Flexible working model;
- Collaborative working style;
- Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.
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Skills Required
- Academic degree in Information Systems, Business Informatics, Economics, or another relevant field
- More than 3 years of experience as an SAP SD Consultant
- Knowledge of SAP SD customizing and sales and distribution processes
- Experience with ABAP, ABAP-OO, and technical interfaces
- Ability to assess and implement SAP solutions with various partners
- Proficient English speaking and writing skills
- Analytical, self-determined, and solution-oriented working style
- Ability to work effectively in an intercultural team environment
- Willingness to travel up to 10%
- Experience in an internationally operating company or automotive industry
What We Do
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs around 235,000 people in 58 countries and markets. In 2021, the company celebrates its 150th anniversary.
