Manager of SAP Applications

Job Description Summary:
Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, and external partners to enhance SAP integrations, data flow, and system performance across key operational modules, including finance, manufacturing, sourcing and procurement, inventory management, and sales and distribution.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Strategic Leadership

• Define and govern the enterprise architecture strategy for SAP S/4 HANA, ensuring alignment with the company's business goals and sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee the long-term roadmap for SAP system enhancements, integrations, and optimizations.
• Provide technical leadership in SAP S/4 HANA design, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and security.
• Collaborate with AWS architects to optimize cloud-hosted SAP environments for performance and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory requirements.

Program Management

• Lead the end-to-end integration of SAP S/4 HANA with other critical business applications (e.g., manufacturing, procurement, finance, and inventory systems).
• Establish and enforce architectural governance for SAP customizations, data flows, and automation.
• Continuously assess and implement process improvements, leveraging SAP Fiori, analytics, and AI-driven capabilities.
• Collaborate with business leaders to map and optimize workflows across SAP modules.
• Drive the adoption of automation and analytics to improve efficiency, sustainability, and decision-making.
• Spearhead the configuration, troubleshooting and/or issue resolution of system implementation, configuration, integration, etc.
• Boots on the ground at each facility to configure the system to each location's needs.
• Responsible for budgeting of SAP projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness for each facility.

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of technology professionals, while influencing cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive alignment and delivery across SAP-enabled business processes.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Provide regular performance feedback and support professional development.
• Manage team to stay updated on latest SAP trends, tools, and certifications.

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and IT leadership, ensuring SAP solutions align with organizational goals.
• Manage SAP technical resources, including external partners, vendors, and consultants.
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless SAP operations.
• Develop and execute IT strategies to enhance operational processes and support business growth.
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies to improve IT capabilities within the organization.

Governance, Security, & Compliance

• Implement data governance and security best practices for SAP environments.
• Ensure system resilience and business continuity through effective backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Maintain compliance with industry regulations and ensure audit readiness.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in SAP architecture, implementation, and system integration, preferably with SAP S/4 HANA.
• 5+ years of experience in SAP enterprise architecture, cloud ERP deployments (AWS preferred), and integration frameworks.
• Proven ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment with minimal supervision, while adapting to shifting priorities and evolving business needs.
• Proven experience leading and developing technical teams, including performance management, coaching, and team building.
• Experience working with SAP Finance (FI), Manufacturing (PP), Sourcing & Procurement (MM), Inventory Management (IM), and Sales & Distribution (SD) modules.
• Deep understanding of SAP best practices, system scalability, and enterprise IT strategy.
• Proven experience in cloud-based SAP deployments, including security, networking, and performance optimization.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• SAP certifications (SAP S/4 HANA Architect, SAP Integration Specialist, or related) preferred.
• Experience with SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP Fiori, and AI-driven analytics preferred.
• Knowledge of sustainability-focused ERP strategies in construction or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Programming and configuration abilities within SAP, incl. CPQ and AVC preferred.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.