Expert, ERP Functional Lead- SAP SD-ETO

Expert, ERP Functional Lead- SAP SD-ETO Job Description

As a Functional Lead, you will partner with Product Management and technical teams to drive transformation initiatives in a discrete manufacturing environment with a primary focus on Engineered-to-Order (ETO) processes. This role requires deep functional and technical expertise in SAP SD and integrated platforms, combined with leadership in solution design, process standardization, and large-scale ERP implementations. You will help shape the transformation roadmap, ensure alignment with business objectives, and deliver scalable, efficient solutions leveraging SAP S/4

HANA and integrations with third‑party systems.

Experience with related manufacturing models such as Make-to-Order (MTO), Configure-to-Order (CTO), and Make-to-Stock (MTS) is a plus, but ETO expertise is critical and mandatory for this position.

• Serve as the functional lead providing technical and process expertise, with a strong emphasis on ETO workflows, driving solution and process standardization across SAP SD and integrated platforms.
• Partner with Product Owners and Managers to define scope, confirm required customizations, and identify value drivers; advise on design decisions and ensure alignment with business objectives, particularly for complex ETO scenarios.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and technical teams to shape the Solution Roadmap and Architecture Runway, ensuring integration with Finance, Logistics, Project Systems (including ETO), Supply Chain, and third‑party systems.
• Lead and support Agile delivery teams through sprint planning, execution, and backlog management; ensure timely delivery of user stories and resolution of defects, with special attention to ETO‑specific requirements.
• Oversee development, testing, and end‑to‑end process validation; define test scope and ensure coverage for ETO‑driven manufacturing scenarios, including custom engineering and project‑based production.
• Drive risk mitigation, clear impediments, and provide guidance to maintain alignment with program vision and standards.
• Coordinate cross‑functional activities including stakeholder engagement, change management, and execution of comprehensive cutover plans for business and technical readiness.
• Promote innovation and problem‑solving to minimize customizations while meeting user needs; foster collaboration and continuous improvement across distributed teams.
• Actively participate in program ceremonies such as PI Planning and backlog grooming to maintain transparency and alignment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years as a technology/functional consultant in SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), Pricing & Contracts, and Logistics Execution.
• Proven leadership in multiple complex ERP implementation projects and large‑scale business transformation programs leveraging SAP technologies, including at least one full end‑to‑end SAP S/4
  
  HANA implementation in a discrete manufacturing environment.
• Mandatory hands‑on experience with Engineered-to-Order (ETO) processes in discrete manufacturing, including solution design and execution for highly customized, project‑based production.
• Experience with related manufacturing models such as Make‑to‑Order (MTO), Configure‑to‑Order (CTO), and Make‑to‑Stock (MTS) is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of order management in Sales and Distribution and SAP project execution capabilities, including industry‑leading practices and technologies for ETO environments.
• Multi‑platform experience with SAP SD/OTC capabilities and integrations with Finance, Logistics, Project System (PS)—including complex ETO—and Supply Chain Management.
• Hands‑on SAP S/4
  
  HANA experience; capable of designing, building, and implementing solutions for ETO scenarios.
• Experience designing and developing integrations using SAP PI, SAP PO, SAP CPI, Mule Soft, and other middleware tools for third‑party system connectivity.
• Ability to provide configuration and analysis support for SAP Variant Configuration (VC) module, including classes, characteristics,…