Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Manager, SCM Process Innovation drives business process optimization and operational excellence across SAP and related enterprise systems. Acting as a strategic bridge between U.S. business stakeholders, HQ Korea SAP development teams, and global IT partners, this role translates complex business requirements into scalable, compliant ERP solutions.
This position is central to aligning local business needs with global ERP standards while ensuring data integrity, process standardization, and SOX-compliant governance. The ideal candidate brings deep SAP SCM functional expertise, strong cross-cultural communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering enterprise-level improvements.
This position will be based in Irvine, CA with 10% of travel.
RESPONSIBILITIES: - Analyze current SCM business processes and recommend improvements aligned with industry best practices and organizational objectives.
- Lead discovery workshops to surface inefficiencies and define requirements across complex, cross-functional processes.
- Document current-state (as-is) and design future-state (to-be) process flows that support business goals and global ERP standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, automation, and data integrity.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement scalable, sustainable corrective solutions.
- Serve as the functional subject-matter expert for core SAP SCM and related processes, including Order-to-Cash (O2C) - SD/LE modules, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) - MM module, Record-to-Report (R2R) - finance integration
- Lead the development and global deployment of SAP SCM templates and standardized process frameworks.
- Ensure seamless integration and consistency across SCM-related SAP modules and third-party systems (e.g., sales order management, procurement tools).
- Act as the primary liaison between U.S. business stakeholders and SAP development teams at HQ Korea.
- Translate business needs into precise functional and technical specifications for global development teams.
- Coordinate global solution design, balancing HQ standards with local business requirements.
- Lead or support end-to-end SAP implementation and enhancement projects from design through post-go-live stabilization.
- Coordinate cross-functional activities including UAT, integration testing, and production deployment.
- Develop key project deliverables: process flows, test cases, SOPs, and training materials.
- Drive change management and user adoption strategies to ensure successful transitions.
- Ensure all SAP processes comply with SOX, ITGC, and internal control requirements.
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and actively support internal and external audit requests.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Business or a related field
- 5-10 years of SAP business analysis or ERP-related experience in a corporate environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA or ECC, with emphasis on SD, LE, and MM modules
- Proven expertise in end-to-end SCM process design across P2P, R2R, and O2C.
- Experience collaborating with global or offshore development teams (Korea-based strongly preferred).
- Solid understanding of system integration principles and enterprise architecture concepts.
- Working knowledge of SOX, ITGC, and internal control frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to engage both technical and business audiences.
- Korean bilingual proficiency strongly preferred effective day-to-day HQ collaboration.
COMPENSATION: In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the anticipated annual base salary for this position is:
- Zone 1 (Bay Area, NYC): $146,200-$182,600
- Zone 2 (CA, NJ, NY): $134,000-$167,000
- Zone 3 (All others): $121,000-$152,000
The applicable salary range is based on the employee's primary work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and other business-related factors.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job's minimum qualifications.
*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
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