Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior SAP SD Lead/Architect to join our dynamic SAP team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) with a focus on Scheduling Agreement processes, Third-party integrations including EDI, and proven experience in S/4HANA environments. Exposure to SAP Public Cloud is highly desirable. This role will be instrumental in designing scalable solutions, leading implementation efforts, and optimizing existing business processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the SAP SD functional lead for large-scale implementation and enhancement projects.
- Design, configure, and support Scheduling Agreement processes, including forecast-based and JIT-based agreements.
- Lead solution architecture discussions and decisions related to Sales and Distribution.
- Collaborate closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure robust EDI integrations with third-party vendors, customers, and logistics providers.
- Provide expert-level input on S/4HANA best practices, simplifications, and innovations within SD.
- Conduct gap analysis and develop functional specifications for custom development when required.
- Lead cross-functional integration with modules such as MM, LE, FI, and external systems.
- Support data migration, cutover planning, and go-live execution activities.
- Mentor and guide junior consultants, providing quality assurance on deliverables.
- Participate in or lead workshops, requirement-gathering sessions, and status reporting with stakeholders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating current processes and proposing enhancements.
- Support post-implementation activities including hypercare and end-user training.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in SAP SD module, with at least 2 full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations.
- Strong expertise in Scheduling Agreement processes and related configuration.
- Deep understanding of EDI processes, including inbound/outbound IDocs, partner profiles, and message types.
- Exposure to third-party integration scenarios such as drop shipments, intercompany sales, or logistics providers.
- Solid experience in S/4HANA (on-premise or cloud) knowledge of Simplification Items, Fiori apps, and SAP Best Practices.
- Experience with SAP Public Cloud or RISE with SAP is a strong plus.
- Working knowledge of integration with MM, WM, FI, and ATP.
- Ability to translate business requirements into detailed functional design documents.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- SAP certification in SD or S/4HANA Sales is preferred.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Agile or hybrid project methodologies.
- Understanding of SAP Activate methodology.
- Knowledge of modern integration platforms (e.g., SAP BTP, PI/PO, or CPI) is an advantage.
- Exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or embedded analytics in S/4HANA is a bonus.
