P2P/MM Senior Consultant

Description

as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PTP/MM, the Senior Consultant will own the deliverables within one or more topics within the functional areas in the PTP/MM stream. The individual would be responsible for the delivery of the work within the given specific functional areas with high client satisfaction. 

The Senior Consultant would be involved in the assessment of the client’s business processes in PTP/MM, understanding the current business practices, while also driving the discussions in eliciting the future “To-Be” requirements considering the future target operating model of the client. The Senior Consultant is responsible for driving the discussions related to the “To-Be” business process finalisation, helping to resolve any process related and/or technical issues. During the discussions, it is expected to follow the “Why Not” approach, by challenging the existing mater data processes of the client and ensure that the “To-Be” process flows adhere to or are closer to the industry practices within the Fashion space. 

The Incumbent should work to identify the potential Gaps that may exist, and define the best fit solution related to the business process as well as the technical set up the system. The Senior Consultant will be involved in preparing the detailed level plan for the functional areas as well as working with the PTP/MM Stream Lead and the Project Leadership team in developing and finalizing the plan for the PTP/MM area. The Senior Consultant would also be involved in and providing the needed input related to Data Migration, Testing, Training, Cutover Planning, and Post Go Live activities related to their specific functional areas. 

Essential Functions

• Overall accountable for the successful delivery of the work captured within the specific functional area under PTP/MM on time and in the expected quality
• Engage with the client by analysing client’s business processes and defining the best fit solution. This involves the performing the required configuration and working with the team as well as the clients in finding the right solution
• Maintain and expand client’s contact at high levels and be viewed as the trusted advisor to the customer, demonstrating the ability to connect with customers to discuss industry practices and SAP functionality
• Take ownership of the respective functional area in PTP/MM and being responsible for the delivery of the work with high client satisfaction
• Be the “Go-To” person for the assigned functional area, while supporting the other colleagues in the team in their deliverables
• Assist in the development and implementation of the detailed plan for the respective functional area in PTP/MM for the given scope, deliverables, and timelines
• Leading the design workshops and detailed discussions with the customer, in business language, and clearly identifying the requirements
• Analysing the customer business processes and define the best fit solution in SAP to run the specific business processes as well as address the pain points

Essential Functions (Continued)

• Managing the work within the functional area in the preparation and completion of the Business Process Documents, System configuration along with the Configuration rationale documents, Functional Specifications for RICEFW objects, Functional Unit Testing and related documentation, Test Scenarios and Scripts, Training documentations, Data Migration field mapping documents and any other deliverables within the stream
• Be involved in and providing the needed input related to Data Migration, Testing, Training and Cutover Planning, and Post Go Live activities related to their specific functional areas. 
• Understand customer requirements and assist in upselling additional business by bringing any opportunities to the attention of the PTP/MM Lead and the Project Leadership team
• Continuously develop SAP core skills within the functional and cross-functional expertise and Fashion business as well as domain knowledge
• Perform any additional duties commensurate with the role, as and when required by the Project Leadership team

Additional areas of contribution

• Invest time in the professional development of other consultants through coaching and mentoring 
• Be a role model through dedication to customer service, problem solving and demonstrating a high level of capability
• Being capable and available for interviewing candidates for potential opportunities within the company
   

Required Qualifications

• General degree or equivalent/recognized professional qualifications
• Formal training/certification in core module of SAP is preferred
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written. Ability to articulate ideas and opinions to all
• stakeholders
• Ability to lead and work in teams - interpersonal skills are essential
• Leadership capabilities, result orientation, conceptual thinking, and innovative mindset
• Ability and willingness to take on new initiatives/technologies
   

Desired Qualifications

• Deep proficiency in PTP/MM functional area 
• Domain knowledge in the Fashion and Lifestyle industry
• Experience in playing lead roles within the PTP/MM functional area
• Experience in working in a Consultancy firm is an added advantage
• Lateral knowledge of all complementary modules, especially related to the cross modular integrations
• Minimum of 5 full cycle implementations, with at least 1 being a S/4 HANA Implementation
• Fluent in English (Proficiency in other languages such as German, Dutch, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese are an added advantage)
• Experience in FIORI, working with the apps within the PTP/MM area
• Knowledge and business experience in working in the areas of Direct Procurement, Inbound Logistics, Vendor Invoicing, and Inventory Management would be an advantage