Why this role stands out
Take ownership of a high-impact Supply Chain technology function where you will lead a specialist team and drive strategic optimizations across a complex SAP S/4HANA landscape. This hybrid role is perfect for a seasoned SAP functional leader who thrives on bridging the gap between technical excellence and business strategy to deliver real-world value. Apply today to elevate your career within a leading Australian organization that prioritizes innovation and professional growth.
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Job description
Melbourne SAP Functional Lead Opportunity
A leading Australian organisation is seeking an experienced SAP Supply Chain leader to take ownership of its Supply Chain Technology function.
This is a strategic leadership role responsible for partnering with Supply Chain executives, leading a team of SAP specialists, and governing outsourced support and delivery partners across a complex SAP landscape.
We're looking for someone who has grown their career from an SAP functional background and can confidently operate between business stakeholders and technical teams. This is not a role for a people leader with limited SAP exposure. The successful candidate will have the experience and credibility to challenge vendors, review solution designs, and ensure technical decisions align with business objectives and SAP best practice.
The RoleReporting to a senior technology leader, you will be responsible for the day to day BAU of the Supply Chain systems, including SAP S/4HANA, EWM, IBP and related solutions.
You will act as the key interface between business stakeholders and outsourced application support providers, ensuring solutions are delivered effectively, risks are managed, and technology investments deliver value.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building strong relationships across Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement and Planning functions
- Leading a small team of SAP Supply Chain specialists
- Managing external vendors and AMS providers
- Driving continuous improvement and optimisation initiativesReviewing and governing solution designs and technical recommendations
- Supporting SAP projects, business cases and governance activities
- Ensuring technology strategy aligns with broader business objectives
- Developing a high-performing and customer-focused team culture
To be successful, you'll bring:
- Strong SAP functional experience across Supply Chain domains
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA environments
- Deep understanding of SAP EWM and related Supply Chain processes
- Previous end-to-end implementation and/or SAP support leadership experience
- Experience managing outsourced vendors, system integrators or application support providers
- The ability to challenge technical recommendations and make informed solution decisions
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
- Experience leading teams within enterprise SAP environments
The key requirement for this position is SAP functional credibility,you must be capable of engaging in detailed solution discussions, validating recommendations, identifying risks and ensuring vendors are delivering the right outcome from both a business and technical perspective.
This role will suit an SAP Supply Chain Lead, SAP Solution Architect, SAP Delivery Manager or SAP Functional Manager who enjoys combining stakeholder management, strategic leadership and hands-on SAP expertise.
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