SAP Quality Management Implementation Lead

About the Role: We are looking for a SAP QM Implementation Lead to join our team. In this role, the SAP QM Implementation Lead will have demonstrated expertise in end-to-end PP/QM business processes, including Plan, Make, and Deliver, and deep knowledge of quality control transactions executed in key systems. The candidate will have a proven track record of functionally leading teams through complex project lifecycles, translating strategy into actionable goals, and managing portfolios of related work. They excel at collaborating across functions to drive common outcomes. The candidate will bring extensive experience in SAP PP/QM modules, including integration with SAP IM/EWM, third-party MES, along with a deep understanding of SAP best practices. They will be adept at translating business requirements into effective, scalable SAP solutions that deliver measurable value.

This position offers multiple work arrangements: on-site at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, hybrid or fully remote work allowedin most locations within the United States, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Pay and Benefits:

• $xxxxx - $xxxxx per year
• Roles above $150k are eligible for the variable pay program each fiscal year, based on defined business performance metrics.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities:

• Drive end-to-end delivery from assessing the current state to defining and implementing the future-state solution; leverageS/4HANA fit-to-standard processes to design and deliver scalable, value-driven solutions on time and within investment guardrails
• Shape the architecture roadmap by ensuring process improvements and changes are reflected in the overall enterprise architecture, including alignment with technology (e.g., third-party MES), data, and analytics strategies
• Act as the primary point of contact for the SAP QM processes, collaborating with business functions to provide regular updates, gather input, and align methodologies with evolving business priorities
• Collaborate with PTM and LWM workstream leads across the Enterprise and ETO to deliver integrated solutions; and as part of Performance Solutions, partnering with both business and technical SAP teams
• Apply process design and improvement methodologies to identify, analyze, and digitally transform business processes, driving quality, reducing costs, boosting efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction
• Ensure the successful delivery of all project documentation, including business process hierarchy definitions, process maps, business requirements, functional specifications, fit-to-standard gap analysis, test scripts, training materials, and sustainability documentation
• Demonstrate a proven track record of effectively engaging with leaders at all levels within PP/QM processes in Supply Chain, providing clear overviews and gathering insights to enable successful solution design, build, and deployment
• Manage multiple regional implementations simultaneously, ensuring seamless collaboration across regions and driving consistency while accounting for local requirements and variations

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in SAP PP and QM modules, including at least 2 full lifecycle implementations of SAP S/4HANA in a process and/or discrete manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with batch determination, and SAP configuration
• Proven expertise in Quality Planning, Quality Inspection, and Quality Improvement (including Quality Notification and Nonconformance Management) processes
• Demonstrated functional expertise in end-to-end manufacturing processes, including Plan, Make, and Distribution
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and quality control principles
• Skilled in managing portfolios of related work, including risk management, planning, and execution
• Strong capability to translate strategy into actionable goals, drive performance through coaching and feedback, measure outcomes, and hold others accountable for results
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams (vendors, contractors, and internal associates) through complex implementations, ensuring decentralized decision-making drives to resolution and milestones are met on time and within budget
• Ability to travel 20%

Desired Qualifications:

• Aerospace & Defense and/or Automotive industry experience
• Experience implementing SAP using SAP Solutions Manager (SolMan)
• Knowledge of compliance requirements (e.g., CMMC, ITAR) is preferred
• Familiarity with additional SAP modules or technologies (e.g., FI, CO, MM, SD, MES, IoT, AI) is a plus

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC 1255a.

Remote Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore's remote working policies, from the country in which they are employed. For fully remote roles, the following locations are not eligible for new fully remote work arrangements: Alaska and Hawaii (for all roles), and Rhode Island (for wage/hourly roles only).

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact