SAP MM Consultant

Job Description

Appealing Points

• Lead SAP S/4HANA P2P Architecture for Japan Expansion Own end-to-end solution architecture across MM, Procurement, and AP, delivering Japan-specific automotive manufacturing requirements within a global S/4HANA template.
• Design Authority for Global Template & Localization Governance Define and govern integrated SAP and non-SAP architectures (MES, legacy, third-party systems), approving deviations and ensuring compliance with global standards.
• High-Impact Role in Large-Scale Global Manufacturing Programs Partner with Japanese business stakeholders and global IT leadership to drive full lifecycle rollouts—from Blueprint to Go-Live—across complex, multi-country deployments.

Annual Salary: 12 million Yen and above

Responsibilities:

• Lead Solution Discovery, Standard Conformity Workshop, Architecture Design for Japanese expansion
• Strengthen global templates and introduce Japan localization
• Act as design authority, approve deviations, ensure governance compliance
• Define integrated architectures for SAP and non-SAP systems (MES, PMC, legacy, third-party tools)
• Liaise with Japanese business stakeholders, global process owners, and IT leadership
• Drive roll-out across Blueprint, Build, Test, Cut-Over, and Go-Live stages
• Ensure compliance with Japanese statutory, auditing, and control requirements

Job Qualifications

• Lead deployment and global template enhancements for SAP S/4HANA in Japan’s automotive manufacturing sector. Responsible for solution architecture, template governance, localization design, and integration with SAP/non-SAP systems.
• Requires 15+ years of SAP experience, strong expertise in P2P processes, and deep knowledge of MM, Procurement, and AP modules.
• Must have experience in large-scale global programs, Japanese business processes, and multi-country deployments
• Lead deployment and global template enhancements for large-scale manufacturing programs in Japan
• Focus on solution architecture, template governance, localization design, and build implementation

Core Specialties

• End-to-end SAP S/4HANA solution architecture
• Expertise in MM, Procurement, AP modules for automotive scenarios
• Deep knowledge of P2P processes:
  • Consumables Procurement, Import Procurement, Source Determination, Demand Flow, STO
  • Auto A/C Determination, Auto PO Conversion, Price Control, Output Determination
  • Batch Management, Third Party Subcontracting, Serialization, Consignment, Pipeline
  • Invoice Planning, Evaluation Receipt Payment, EDI integration, LSMW/BDC data transfer
• Interface management: IDOCS, API/Data, EDI, flat files, CPI/PI/PO
• Ability to create configuration documents, process flows, test scripts, and functional specs
• SAP MM essential for EWM integration

Industry Experience

• Essential: Large Manufacturing/Automotive
• Preferred: Discrete manufacturing, supply chain, production planning, quality, logistics, cost management
• Strong knowledge of Japanese manufacturing standards

Prerequisites

• Strong global template governance and architecture decision-making
• Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA best practices
• Ability to articulate complex architecture decisions to senior leadership
• Proven achievements in multi-vendor global deployment programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-country deployment experience with a single S/4HANA global template
• Work experience with Japan OEM and Tier 1 suppliers
• SAP S/4HANA certification

Bilingual requirements: Native level Japanese, Business Level English

About Company

This company has been certified as the “best employer” in 2020 by the “Top Employers Institute” which recognizes outstanding employers.
A global leader in consulting, technology, outsourcing, and next-generation services. With approximately 180,000 employees worldwide, the company helps clients in more than 50 countries stay ahead of the competition. Through the co-creation of innovative solutions, they help companies transform and thrive in an ever-changing world.

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