SAP P2P Functional Lead

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design & Implementation
• Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP P2P solutions, including Materials Management (MM) and Accounts Payable (AP) modules.
• Drive full lifecycle SAP implementations (at least 2–3 projects) with a focus on procurement, invoice processing, and supplier collaboration.
• Ensure integration with related modules such as FI, WM, QM, and SD.
• Process Optimization
• Analyze business requirements and map them to SAP best practices for procurement, subcontracting, intercompany stock transfers, and payment processes.
• Implement automation and compliance controls for procurement and invoicing.
• Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, IT, and external vendors to deliver business transformation initiatives.
• Conduct workshops, gather requirements, and prepare functional specifications (FS) and technical specifications (TS).
• Testing & Deployment
• Prepare and execute test scenarios (UT, SIT, UAT), troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely resolution.
• Support cutover planning and post-go-live stabilization.
• Documentation & Training
• Create SOPs, training materials, and user guides for P2P processes.
• Mentor junior consultants and provide knowledge transfer sessions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 10–12 years of SAP MM/P2P functional experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a lead or managerial role.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA and ECC environments.
• Expertise in direct/indirect procurement, invoice/payment processing, and supplier lifecycle management.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong knowledge of SAP MM, Procurement, and AP modules.
• Familiarity with integration tools (e.g., SAP Cloud Integration Gateway, Coupa, Ariba).
• Understanding of compliance frameworks and tax integrations.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead global teams and manage stakeholders across regions.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving capabilities.
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related field.
• SAP certifications in MM or P2P preferred.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with SAP Ariba and Supplier Collaboration.
• Knowledge of E2Open, SAP GTS, and advanced supply chain solutions.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and project management tools.

The ideal candidate should:

• Possess strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Effectively collaborate with both business and IT stakeholders.
• Lead and support Procure-to-Pay (PTP) enhancement initiatives, incident management, and operational support activities.
• Provide functional leadership and project support across the PTP workstream.
• Have prior experience in SAP PTP processes, production support, and enhancement delivery.