Expert, Functional Lead – SAP SD​/LE

General Summary

As a Functional Lead, you will partner with Product Management and technical teams to drive transformation initiatives in a discrete manufacturing environment, specifically supporting Engineered-to-Order (ETO) and Configured-to-Order (CTO) processes. This role combines deep functional and technical expertise in SAP SD with Logistics Execution (LE) and integrated platforms 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.

• Serve as the functional lead providing technical and process expertise, driving solution and process standardization across SAP SD with LE specialization 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.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and technical teams to shape the Solution Roadmap and Architecture Runway, ensuring integration with Finance, Logistics, Project Systems (including ETO/CTO), 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.
• Oversee development, testing, and end-to-end process validation; define test scope and ensure coverage for complex manufacturing scenarios.
• 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.
• Specific Logistics Functions:
  Material staging, shipping, transportation, advanced shipping notifications, and bill of lading outputs.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years as a technology/functional consultant in Inventory and Warehouse Management, SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) with Logistics Execution, Manufacturing, and Logistics.
• 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 (MTS/MTO/ETO/CTO).
• Exposure to ETO processes helpful but not critical; flexibility allowed.

• Strong knowledge of order management in SAP Sales and Distribution, Materials and Warehouse Management, SAP Transportation, and Logistics Execution processes including shipping and intercompany flows.
• Expertise in Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) for manufacturing plants and integration with Manhattan WMS for distribution centers.
• Hands‑on SAP S/4
  
  HANA experience; capable of designing, building, and implementing solutions.
• 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, tables, dependencies, profiles, and super BOMs/Routings.
• Strong knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and SAP implementation methodologies.
• Understanding of Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum and/or Kanban); SAFe experience highly desired.

• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills with ability to manage large work efforts and coordinate distributed teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to influence and…