This role involves managing all aspects of the platform transition, including planning, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support. In this pivotal role, you will provide critical leadership and guidance to functions, utilizing your extensive knowledge and experience of the SAP S/4 HANA system.
Position Responsibilities: may include:- SAP S/4HANA Implementation: Oversee the full lifecycle of SAP S/4 HANA SD deployment, from initial system design, configuring and customizing the system to meet Daikin's unique requirements, to conducting comprehensive system and user acceptance testing, to finally deploying the system.
- Planning and Strategy: Create a data-driven approach to plan for Daikin's end-to-end business transformation towards SAP S/4 HANA Sales and Distribution (SD) module. Evaluate our existing processes and create strategic plans to integrate these with S/4 HANA's functionalities.
- Process Optimization: Understand business processes in the manufacturing area, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the solution aligns with SAP S/4HANA environment.
- Stakeholder Management: Work closely with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including inventory, finance, logistics, to ensure seamless integration of S/4 HANA functions with other business operations. Also, manage relationships with external SAP consultants and solution providers.
- Training and Support: Develop a comprehensive training program for end users, thus driving S/4 HANA adoption across the organization. This includes conceptualizing user manuals, training materials, and reference guides.
- Vendor Management: Collaborate with SAP consultants and other technology partners to ensure project deliverables are met within timelines and budgets.
- Data Integrity and Migration: Oversee the migration of sales and distribution data from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Continuous Improvement: Post-implementation, continuously monitor the sales and distribution processes within SAP S/4HANA to identify and implement further enhancements.
Nature & Scope:- Is recognized as a subject matter expert in job area
- Manages large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager
- Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower-level professionals
- Problems faced are difficult and often complex
Knowledge & Skills:- At least three full lifecycle SAP S/4 HANA implementations, preferably in a leadership role.
- Extensive knowledge of the integral functions, features, and capabilities of SAP S/4 HANA SD
- Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of driving large-scale technology transformation projects to completion.
- Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and robust decision-making abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Experience:- 10 plus years of direct experience with SAP modules
Education/Certification:- A bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
People Management: No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
- Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
Reports To:
- SAP Enterprise Architecture and Solution Leader
