SAP Functional Expert, Supply Chain (IBP) – Sandvik

DON’T BE IN THE DARK ABOUT YOUR CAREER…….

WE WANT YOU TO HELP US CREATE THE DIGITAL FUTURE OF OUR COMPANY

We are embarking on an eight year global Business Transformation programme enabled by SAP S/4HANA. This is a brownfield implementation for Sandvik, a large Swedish multinational group.

We are in the process of building an in-house delivery team with the best competence and a genuine passion to deliver successful IT Operations and we are looking for exceptional people to join our multi-cultural team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to create the digital future for our organisation using the very latest SAP technologies, creating sustainable business benefits and supporting the execution of Divisional strategies. We’re ready to invest in you and your personal development, so if are you in for a super exciting digital journey? Please keep reading!

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group, providing front-line products and services for the mining and construction industries. The Sandvik Group has been in operation since 1862 and today employs some 40,000 people, working in approximately 160 countries. Our diverse solutions delivered by our highly qualified and proficient employees enhance our customers’ productivity, safety and their profitability.

We are now recruiting for a SAP Functional Expert – Supply Chain (P4) – for a permanent role in our organization

JOB PURPOSE

The SAP Functional Expert –Supply Chain will ensure that implementation of all business processes within the IT application area of inventory planning and supply chain are done according to set requirements, using the possibilities given in the Enterprise Resource planning (ERP) system and SAP S/4Hana. The role will involve working collaboratively with functional experts and business/technical teams. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring that the business requirements are fully understood and that solutions meet business expectations.

The role of the SAP Functional Expert has been created to enable our business to maximize the value from our S/4 HANA transformation programs.

This person is part of the IT Delivery function globally and works closely with the other functional delivery leads, experts and solution architects to ensure the integrity of the SAP specific design and the wider end to end solution. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring that the business requirements are fully understood and that solutions implemented meet business expectations. As well as supporting the BAU change processes of live sites.

They will play a leading role in ongoing Transformation projects leveraging S/4 by providing their inputs to the program in relation to the SAP solution and will be expected to play a leading role when transitioning projects to the support organization.

FUNCTIONAL AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

Inventory Planning, IM, WM, TM

• Inventory Planning
• Inventory Management
• Warehouse Management
• Transportation Management

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enable S/4 HANA and Supply Chain transformation covering end to end processes and connected systems (eg. Logility Voyager / SAP IBP / Blue Yonder / Pagero / Centiro)
• IT Primary point of contact for the Process Owners, Solution Architects and key business stakeholders with responsibility for solution delivery of processes covering Demand Planning, Sales & Operations Planning, Inbound/Outbound Logistics, Warehousing and Transportation Management
• Ensure S/4 Hana core solution leverages standard best practice solutions as much as possible in order to promote one standard end to end solution.
• Support project detailed design stages to ensure the integrity of the end-to-end solution is maintained contributing to Fit/Gap analysis to assess the value/ROI of any deviation from SAP standard.
• Develop and enable relevant operational reporting requirements leveraging S/4 Hana capabilities
• Work with other IT Leads and application experts to ensure integrations with other functions and complimentary applications are performing as expected.
• Mentor and develop IT team members actively sharing knowledge to develop and broaden our internal expertise
• Business oriented mindset comfortable providing inputs to functional discussions and keen awareness of different perspectives
• Agile methods with a strong appetite for new technologies and innovation looking

Your Profile

• You are a highly motivated, delivery focused individual with exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• You have a can-do attitude and thrive on working in a multi-cultural team environment.
• You have excellent inter-personal skills and strong communication skills. You are proficient in the MS Office suite and are capable of producing high quality documents and outputs.
• You have 8+ years of experience working in a similar role on a large-scale SAP implementation project, and have a deep functional understanding of the Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Warehouse Management, Transportation Management, Logistics processes in SAP.
• You set high standards for yourself and have a passion for excellence. You are educated to degree level or equivalent. Experience of S/4HANA is a distinct advantage.
• Some international travel will be required.

What we offer:

• 22 days annual leave
• 4 Company Days
• Defined Contribution Pension
• VHI Health Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Onsite Gym
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives – gym membership, wellbeing seminars, bike to work scheme
• Flexible start & Finish times

Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability

Sandvik has a developed belief in conducting our business in a sustainable and responsible manner, both for our employees and the environment, wherever in the world we operate.

Our high ethical standards determine our policy of putting Safety at a premium, acknowledging and respecting the communities and giving due consideration to the environment in the areas we operate.

These core values, to prioritise the safety and well-being of our employees, are the foundation of how we work today. We also recognise the importance on inter-personal relationships and how those based on honesty, respect and trust, enhance our working lives and help each other’s growth and career development.

Equality of opportunity is fully supported and endorsed as an employer by Sandvik, while also welcoming the additional strength that diversity brings, by providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Reporting to: You report to the SAP SCM Functional Lead within Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. In 2021, sales were approximately 41 billion SEK with about 15,500 employees within continuing operations.

A glimpse of our culture

At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial! For us, success is a team effort – we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. We also give you the freedom to find that perfect mix between work, family life and interests. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn  Opens in new windowor Facebook  Opens in new windowto get to know us further.

How to apply? Interested in the challenge? Please apply directly at https://www.home.sandvik/career

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The closing date for applications is 29th November 2024

Applicants must be eligible to work in the EU or hold a valid permit to work in the EU

 

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