SAP S/4HANA MM/EWM Consultant (100%)

Location: German-speaking Switzerland
Industry: Consulting

Main tasks:

• Lead the planning, support, and execution of SAP S/4HANA transformation initiatives, emphasizing the optimization, standardization, and digitization of procurement functions.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses of clients' existing procurement processes, pinpoint weaknesses, and identify opportunities for process enhancements to develop customized digital solutions and strategies for effective sourcing and procurement.
• Provide expert advice on the design, development, and deployment of business models within the SAP S/4HANA and SAP Ariba ecosystems, ensuring seamless configuration, customization, and integration to meet business needs.
• Harmonize procurement solutions with interconnected workstreams such as Inventory & Warehouse Management, Quality Management, and Accounts Payable.
• Depending on your expertise, assume a leadership role in sub-project management or consultancy within complex transformation projects, leveraging SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba, and/or SAP EWM, and facilitate the change management process within client organizations.
• Oversee the technical direction of solution delivery teams, identify and evolve best practices, tools, and innovative methodologies to continually enhance our consulting services and deliver optimal client solutions.
• Build and maintain robust client relationships, comprehend their requirements and expectations, and provide ongoing support and counsel to foster long-term partnerships.
• Take charge of SAP transformation projects, specializing in at least two SAP S/4HANA modules such as Material Management and Warehouse & Inventory Management.
• Contribute to the expansion of our service portfolio in Supply Chain Management, with a particular focus on S/4 HANA Cloud Solutions and utilize your expertise to develop capabilities and provide technical support for bids in the sourcing and procurement domain.

Your qualifications:

• Educational background in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain/Procurement, or a related field from a recognized institution, with an advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.).
• Several years of professional experience in consulting, including a minimum of 5 years focused on SAP implementation and customization, specifically with SAP S/4HANA procurement modules.
• Highly desirable SAP certifications such as SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Sourcing and Procurement, SAP Ariba Procurement, or Extended Warehouse Management with SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience in process analytics and modeling, with proficiency in process mining tools such as SAP Signavio or Celonis.
• Proven ability to lead complex international projects with diverse teams and drive transformation in sourcing and procurement.
• Comprehensive experience across all project phases, including fit/gap analysis, design, implementation, testing, and rollout, preferably as a partial or full project manager.
• Industry-specific expertise in sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, consumer products, and retail, with an understanding of current industry challenges.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in directing cross-functional teams, exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a demonstrated history of process optimization.
• Outstanding communication skills and client relationship management abilities, focused on technology advisory and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Proficiency in English is mandatory; additional language skills, especially in German, are advantageous.
• Familiarity with Swiss business practices and cultural adaptability.

If you have any questions, please contact us at any time on +41 55 299 58 58 or recruiting@ffiadvisory.ch. We will be happy to help you!