Lead SAP Functional Manager

Hampton, NJ, United States | req31137

What you will enjoy doing*

• You are expected to lead end-to-end functional design across SAP Finance/Controlling, Sales Order-to-Cash, and Supply Chain processes for multiple business units
• Act as primary functional lead for large-scale SAP initiatives, rollouts, and transformation programs
• Own and drive business process design ensuring alignment with global templates and industry best practices
• You will provide expert-level second and third tier support including complex issue resolution and root cause analysis across SAP and integrated systems
• Lead requirement gathering workshops and translate business needs into solution architecture and detailed functional specifications
• Oversee configuration, testing strategy, and deployment of SAP solutions across multiple regions and business units
• You will ensure seamless integration across SAP modules (FICO, SD, MM, PM) and with external systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives including process harmonization, automation, and optimization
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, first tier support teams, and external service providers
• Ensure compliance with governance, audit, security, and regulatory requirements

What makes you great

• Deep hands-on expertise in SAP Finance and Controlling modules with strong working knowledge of Sales and Supply Chain modules
• Proven experience in SAP S/4HANA implementations, conversions, or large-scale rollouts
• You have strong understanding of SAP integration points across Finance, Sales, and Supply Chain modules
• Expertise in end-to-end business processes including Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, and financial closing cycles
• You have the ability to design and implement global process templates and drive harmonization across regions
• Experience in business process re-engineering and optimization to enhance operational efficiency
• You are skilled in translating business requirements into functional architecture, solution design, and functional specifications
• Familiarity with SAP best practices and ability to balance standard solutions versus customizations
• You have a proven track record leading SAP projects using Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies
• Experience managing testing phases, cutover activities, and post-go-live hypercare support
• You have strong skills in SAP application management services including incident, problem, and change management
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience leading cross-functional and global teams
• Ability to act as a trusted advisor to business leadership and influence decision-making
• Knowledge of SAP Fiori, SAP Business Technology Platform, integrations (IDoc, APIs), and interface design
• You are familiarity with data migration, master data management, and reporting tools
• You hold a bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field
• 15+ years of progressive SAP functional experience in multinational environments with global SAP templates
• Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in matrix organizations

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

Pay Range: $125,475 - $184,030

Have we inspired you? Let's talk about it

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.

Linde thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.

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