Job Title

SAP S/4HANA Transformation - SD / GTS Lead

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA SD / GTS Lead to lead Sales & Distribution (SD) and Global Trade Services (GTS) workstreams in large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation projects. The role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of order-to-cash, compliance, and cross-border trade processes, ensuring alignment with SAP S/4HANA best practices and regulatory requirements.

The SD / GTS Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross-functional SAP teams to drive a successful transformation across sales, logistics, billing, and global trade compliance.

Key Responsibilities

S/4HANA SD / GTS Workstream Leadership

Lead SD and GTS workstreams in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition).
Own end-to-end Order-to-Cash (O2C) and Global Trade Compliance processes.
Act as the primary escalation point for SD and GTS-related topics.

Solution Design & Delivery

Drive solution design and hands-on configuration for:
- SAP SD: Sales Orders, Pricing, Deliveries, Billing, Credit Management (FSCM)
- SAP GTS: Compliance Management, Customs Management, Preference Management, Trade Agreements
Ensure adoption of S/4HANA SD simplifications, Fiori apps, and embedded analytics.
Design and govern SD-GTS integration for embargo checks, export controls, customs processing, and duty calculation.

S/4HANA Transformation Activities

Lead Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and business process harmonization.
Assess and manage custom code (RICEFW) impacts for SD and GTS in S/4HANA.
Guide Business Partner (BP) conversion and customer master data harmonization.

Integration & Cross-Module Coordination

Coordinate closely with MM, WM/EWM, TM, PP, and FI/CO teams.
Ensure seamless integration across Order-to-Cash, Logistics, Finance, and Trade Compliance processes.
Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, middleware) for interfaces and enhancements.

Testing, Cutover & Go-Live

Lead unit testing, SIT, UAT, and defect management for SD and GTS.
Own cutover planning for open sales orders, deliveries, billing, and trade data.
Provide go-live and hypercare support, ensuring business continuity and compliance.

Governance & Team Leadership

Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation.
Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
Mentor SD and GTS consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP SD / GTS Expertise

10-12+ years of SAP experience with strong hands-on expertise in:
- SAP SD (Order-to-Cash)
- SAP GTS (Compliance, Customs, Preference Management)
At least 2-3 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a Lead role.
Strong understanding of global trade regulations and compliance processes.

S/4HANA & Trade Compliance Knowledge

Experience with:
- S/4HANA SD simplifications and FSCM Credit Management
- SAP GTS integration with S/4HANA
- Export controls, embargo checks, and customs declarations
Exposure to GTS Edition for S/4HANA is highly desirable.

Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage.

Leadership & Delivery Skills

Proven experience leading SD / GTS delivery in large SAP programs.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Experience working in global onshore-offshore and multi-country environments.

Preferred Qualifications

SAP S/4HANA certification in SD and/or GTS
Experience with SAP Activate methodology
Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Life Sciences, Retail, or Consumer Goods
Exposure to SAP TM, EWM, or Advanced ATP is a plus

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into SAP solutions
Mentoring and coaching mindset
Excellent documentation and presentation skills

Location & Work Model

Location: As per project requirements
Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)

SAP S4 HANA SD / GTS Lead