SAP SD Lead

Job Summary:

Senior SAP SD Lead/Architect

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the SAP SD functional lead for large-scale implementation and enhancement projects.
• Design, configure, and support

  Scheduling Agreement

  processes, including forecast-based and JIT-based agreements.
• Lead solution architecture discussions and decisions related to

  Sales and Distribution

  .
• Collaborate closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure robust

  EDI integrations

  with third-party vendors, customers, and logistics providers.
• Provide expert-level input on

  S/4HANA

  best practices, simplifications, and innovations within SD.
• Conduct gap analysis and develop functional specifications for custom development when required.
• Lead cross-functional integration with modules such as MM, LE, FI, and external systems.
• Support data migration, cutover planning, and go-live execution activities.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, providing quality assurance on deliverables.
• Participate in or lead workshops, requirement-gathering sessions, and status reporting with stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating current processes and proposing enhancements.
• Support post-implementation activities including hypercare and end-user training.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years

  of hands-on experience in

  SAP SD

  module, with at least

  2 full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations

  .
• Strong expertise in

  Scheduling Agreement

  processes and related configuration.
• Deep understanding of

  EDI processes

  , including inbound/outbound IDocs, partner profiles, and message types.
• Exposure to

  third-party integration

  scenarios such as drop shipments, intercompany sales, or logistics providers.
• Solid experience in S/4HANA (on-premise or cloud) — knowledge of

  Simplification Items, Fiori apps

  , and

  SAP Best Practices

  .
• Experience with

  SAP Public Cloud

  or RISE with SAP is a strong plus.
• Working knowledge of integration with

  MM, WM, FI

  , and

  ATP

  .
• Ability to translate business requirements into detailed functional design documents.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• SAP certification in SD or S/4HANA Sales is preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Agile or hybrid project methodologies.
• Understanding of SAP Activate methodology.
• Knowledge of modern integration platforms (e.g., SAP BTP, PI/PO, or CPI) is an advantage.
• Exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or embedded analytics in S/4HANA is a bonus.