Req ID: 374492
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We are currently seeking a SAP Application Performance Manager to join our team in Bangalore, Karnātaka (IN-KA), India (IN).
Role - SAP Application Performance Manager
Specialization - IT operations, functional validation, and incident resolution for SAP O2C and TM modules on S4/HANA and global virtual environment.
Responsibilities -
- Own end-to-end analysis, debugging, and timely resolution of critical O2C and TM incidents to ensure zero business disruption.
- Conduct deep-dive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to establish definitive corrective and preventive action plans under ITSM/SLA governance.
- Accountable for the functional validation of CI/CD changes, continuous regression testing, and cross-module integration testing.
- Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), orchestrate key-user training, and drive hypercare support loops during new rollout phases.
- Drive high-priority functional incident calls, executing immediate operational workarounds to mitigate major system crises.
- Convert incident trends into formalized problem tickets and feature requests, collaborating with product teams to prioritize backlog items.
- Review and validate Functional Design (FD), Technical Design (TD), and automation test scripts during Knowledge Transfer (KT) checkpoints.
- Retain, document, and scale SAP O2C-TM process knowledge within IT Operations by mentoring junior engineers and creating Knowledge Base (KB) articles.
- Partner with internal IT Performance/Project Managers, ABI Business Stakeholders, and external vendor teams across global zones.
- Lead functional validation cycles during major S4 HANA upgrades and scheduled system maintenance windows.
Requirements -
- Bachelor's degree (Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics & Communication/ Information Science/Telecommunications)
- Experience - 8–10 years of specialized experience supporting SAP O2C and TM modules within enterprise-scale AMS or application support frameworks.
- Core S4H SD Expertise - Deep configuration knowledge of Sales Order & Contract Management, Pricing, Credit, Dispute, and Consignment processes.
- Advanced S4H TM Architecture - Proven expertise in Side-car TM configuration, Freight Rate Management/Settlements, FU/FO setup, and logistical planning.
- Logistics Integration - Exposure to Last Mile Delivery (LMD) models and route settlement automation.
- Cross-Process Architecture - Good upstream and downstream integration knowledge linking O2C-TM with R2R, P2P, and Master Data Management (MDM) streams.
- Advanced proficiency in SPRO configuration, complex business workflows, and master data structures.
- Ability to conduct baseline ABAP debugging and navigate BRF+ structures from a functional analysis standpoint.
- Practical experience leveraging SAP Fiori apps to execute, test, and optimize standard business processes.
- Good experience navigating ServiceNow (SNOW) for ITSM and Azure DevOps (ADO) for change management.
Skill Matrix -
Mandatory Skills (Must Have)
S4 HANA SD Configuration - Sales, Pricing, Credits
S4 HANA TM Setup - Freight planning, settlements
Integration Management - O2C-TM to R2R/P2P/MDM
ITSM & SLA Governance - Incident/Problem tracking
Global Operations - Virtual, multi-cultural teamwork
Crisis Management - Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Desirable Skills (Nice to Have)
ABAP Code Literacy - Functional basis debugging
BRF+ Framework - Rule creation and adjustments
LMD Exposure - Last Mile Delivery configurations
Agile Ecosystems - Sprint planning and velocity tracking
Vendor Governance - Managing outsourced partners
Soft Skills
Critical thinker and good problem-solver
Good oral and written communication skills
Good team player, self-starter, and good analytical skills
Good understanding about code quality, security standards, and programing best practices
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