SAP Certified Application Associate – Strong background in Logistics and Supply Chain with SAP S/4HANA.
Previous experience in large-scale Automotive, steel or manufacturing sector services SAP
What You Will Do
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for Aftermarket process development and SAP ERP integration.
Ensure seamless integration of Aftermarket processes into the SAP ERP system, aligning capabilities with business needs.
Communicate effectively with VPs and senior leaders regarding project status, benefits, and strategic implications.
Identify and mitigate risks related to changes in Aftermarket MRO tool execution processes.
Ensure Aftermarket process maps align with industry best practices and meet the specific needs of project regional.
Lead change management initiatives to facilitate the successful adoption of new systems and processes by Aftermarket teams.
Utilize SAP S4 technology to identify opportunities for process improvement and workflow optimization.
Manage relationships with SAP ERP vendors to ensure high-quality solution delivery.
Proactively address risks associated with SAP ERP implementations, maintaining compliance with regulations and data security standards.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the success of SAP S4 initiatives, providing regular updates to senior leadership
Core responsibilities include defining project scope, managing comprehensive project plans, budgets, and ensuring the on-time delivery of key milestones. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, finance, and supply chain, to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.
The ideal candidate will leverage SAP implementation expertise to identify inefficiencies, recommend best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Strong skills in risk management, issue resolution, and stakeholder engagement are essential to ensure project success. Additionally, this role involves fostering teamwork, mentoring project teams, and promoting a collaborative environment that supports knowledge sharing, innovation, and accountability. Regular updates to executive leadership will be required, focusing on accomplishments, challenges, and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant SAP experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience OR in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
Experience leading large-scale project and complex initiatives relating to Aftermarket operations, SAP ERP systems, and related fields.
Experience supporting cross-functional teams and providing regular project updates to executive leaders.
Ability to travel approximately 20% throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications We Prefer
Proven leadership skills, including team building, conflict resolution, and performance management.
Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Strong business analysis and problem-solving skills.
Excellent stakeholder communication and workshop facilitation abilities.
Ability to work in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Prepare functional specifications and work with ABAP teams for enhancements, user exits, and custom reports.
Lead unit, integration, and UAT testing for Logistics(SD, MM & LE) plus various components.
Ensure compliance with logistics "Best Practices" on global project.
Support & Continuous Improvement
Provide post-go-live support and knowledge transfer to internal teams.
Requirements
Skills Required
- University degree and at least 10 years of relevant SAP experience; alternatively, an advanced related degree with at least 7 years of experience, or 14 years of relevant experience without a degree.
- Experience leading large-scale projects and complex initiatives involving aftermarket operations, SAP ERP systems, and related areas.
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams and providing regular project updates to executive leaders.
- Ability to travel approximately 20% throughout the project lifecycle.
- Strong background in logistics and supply chain with SAP S/4HANA.
- SAP Certified Application Associate certification.
- Experience in automotive, steel, or manufacturing-sector SAP services.
- Leadership skills including team building, conflict resolution, and performance management.
- Excellent communication, presentation, problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and workshop facilitation skills.
- Ability to work in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models.
- Experience preparing functional specifications and working with ABAP teams on enhancements, user exits, and custom reports.
- Experience leading unit, integration, and user acceptance testing for SAP Logistics modules including SD, MM, and LE.
What We Do
Simple Solutions is a US based company and Microsoft Partner with a global presence that provides a broad range of software and IT services solutions to better help our clients manage their business. Our personalized service follows industry “best practices” and delivers cost effective and efficient solutions for our client’s business and IT needs. Simple Solutions has a broad portfolio of cloud and packaged software expertise with development and Integration services. We are also providers of custom and off-the-shelf software products to address specific business and IT challenges. Simple Solutions has a broad portfolio of cloud and packaged software expertise with development and Integration services. We are also providers of custom and off-the-shelf software products to address specific business and IT challenges.
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