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Job Overview We are seeking a skilled SAP S/4HANA Process Release Management Engineer to manage and oversee the release processes, deployment strategies, and change management within SAP S/4HANA environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SAP Solution Manager (SolMan), ChaRM (Change Request Management), and ITIL-based release management processes , ensuring smooth and controlled software releases and system updates. Key Responsibilities: Release & Deployment Management: Develop and maintain release schedules for SAP S/4HANA updates, enhancements, and patches. Implement/coordinate Change Request Management (ChaRM) to control SAP landscape changes effectively. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth deployment of releases with minimal business disruption. Enforce governance and compliance in SAP release processes. 2. Process & Configuration Management Ensure best practices for SAP S/4HANA system configurations and custom developments changes. Coordinate / manage transport and deployment strategies using SAP Transport Management System (TMS) . Oversee regression testing and impact analysis before releases go live. Automation and Tool Management: Collaborate with development teams to ensure understanding and effective use of automation tools (e.g., Solution Manager) for software development and deployment. 3. Issue Resolution and Support: Act as an escalation point for release-related queries and provide L2/L3 support for urgent issues, maintaining and updating reports related to releases, and addressing issues to prevent future problems. 4. Stakeholder Coordination & Support: Collaborate with functional, technical, and business teams to align release strategies with business goals. Provide support during go-live and post-implementation phases, addressing any release-related issues. Conduct training and knowledge-sharing sessions on SAP release and change management processes. 5. Continuous Improvement & Compliance: Identify areas for automation and process improvements in release management. Ensure compliance with ITIL, SOX, and other regulatory requirements for SAP change and release processes. Monitor and track SAP system performance to enhance reliability and stability. Required Qualifications: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science , Information Technology, Business Administration , or related field or a STEM-related field 5+ years of experience in SAP release, deployment, and change management within an SAP S/4HANA environment. Technical Skills: Expertise in SAP Solution Manager (SolMan), ChaRM, and Transport Management System (TMS) . Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA architecture, cloud/hybrid landscapes, and upgrade methodologies . Experience with ABAP transports, CTS+, and Retrofit processes . Familiarity with DevOps, Agile, CI/CD tools , and automation for SAP landscape management is a plus. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work with cross-functional teams. Detail-oriented with a focus on risk management and compliance.
