SAP Manager

Full-Time | Limited Travel Required

Our client is seeking an experienced SAP Manager with hands-on expertise in SAP WM/LE/MM/SD modules. This leadership role will manage a team of SAP professionals and oversee the lifecycle of IT application-based projects across SAP and related systems.

Key Responsibilities

SAP Team Leadership

• Lead, develop, and support a functional SAP team to ensure high levels of customer service and performance.
• Build credibility with IT teams, internal stakeholders, and leadership.
• Manage team performance, including direct and matrixed reports.
• Develop and support team members through coaching and feedback.
• Oversee vendor relationships with third-party providers, including AMS and integration partners.
• Ensure best practices in system documentation and change management.
• Maintain timely and effective user support via helpdesk systems.
• Foster clear, transparent communication within the team and with IT leadership.

Project Management a

• Contribute to strategic business initiatives by delivering new SAP functionality.
• Implement projects such as new business integrations, enhancements, and upgrades.
• Collaborate with Business Process Owners to align system design with business needs.
• Explore and implement new SAP modules and features.
• Utilize methodologies like SDLC, ASAP, and Agile for project execution.
• Take ownership of initiatives and maintain accountability in ambiguous environments.
• Ensure consistent and reliable IT operations.

Administrative Duties

• Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor relationships.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Work independently and as part of a team, requiring minimal supervision.
• Balance detail orientation with the ability to see the big picture.
• Translate business processes into IT solutions that meet customer expectations.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong people and project management skills.
• Minimum 8 years of functional SAP experience with hands-on configuration.
• Expertise in SAP WM/LE/MM and strong understanding of SAP logistics execution processes.
• Familiarity with RF-gun operations and warehouse equipment.
• Solid understanding of integration points between SAP modules (WM, SD, MM, FI).
• Preferred: Experience with AFS, EDI, and Vertex Indirect Tax software.
• Strong background in business process design and documentation.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a global organization with alignment to enterprise IT strategies.