SAP SD Functional Lead (Logistics Execution)

Seeking an experienced SAP SD Functional Lead to join its SAP Delivery Team, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a high-impact leadership role supporting global SAP S/4HANA transformation initiatives with a primary focus on Sales & Distribution (SD) Logistics Execution, including outbound delivery, shipping, fulfillment, and transportation processes. This position combines functional leadership with hands-on SAP expertise. Approximately 75% of the role involves leading workshops, partnering with business stakeholders, designing end-to-end solutions, and guiding globally distributed teams. The remaining time involves hands-on SAP configuration, supporting proof of concepts, troubleshooting critical issues, and ensuring successful implementations. If you enjoy working directly with business leaders while remaining technically engaged in SAP SD, this is an outstanding opportunity to lead enterprise-wide transformation programs. Why Join Schneider Electric?

• Lead major SAP S/4HANA transformation initiatives
• High-visibility role with significant business impact
• Balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on SAP configuration
• Work with globally distributed implementation teams
• Participate in large-scale implementations and go-live events
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits package
• Hybrid work environment with strong team collaboration

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Functional Lead for SAP SD with a focus on Logistics Execution.

• Design and implement end-to-end Order-to-Delivery processes.

• Lead business workshops to gather, analyze, and document functional requirements.

• Translate business needs into scalable SAP solution designs.

• Develop functional specifications and oversee offshore development and configuration teams.

• Perform hands-on SAP configuration when necessary, including proof of concepts, demos, urgent production support, and complex solution scenarios.

• Lead and optimize logistics execution processes including:

• Outbound Delivery Processing

• Picking, Packing, and Handling Units

• Shipping Execution

• Routing and Scheduling

• Delivery Fulfillment

• Lead System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

• Create test plans, scripts, and validation scenarios.

• Support cutover planning and execute go-live activities.

• Provide hypercare and post-production support following deployments.

• Collaborate with cross-functional SAP teams to ensure successful end-to-end solution delivery.

• Mentor functional consultants and provide leadership to offshore implementation teams., This position is not intended for candidates whose experience is primarily focused on:

• SAP Sales, Pricing, or Quotation processes without logistics execution expertise

• Pure SAP Architecture roles without implementation experience

• Project Management without hands-on SAP configuration

• Candidates lacking end-to-end Order-to-Delivery implementation experience

• Individuals unwilling to travel or participate in implementation activities

Hybrid Work Model This is a hybrid position requiring employees to work two days per week from one of the office locations. Preferred Office:

• Nashville, TN, Job Description In the assigned Job Role of Package Consultant 2, your Area Of Responsibility will be as below: Participate in requirements gathering with stakeholders across…

• 14 days ago

• Extensive SAP Sales & Distribution (SD) experience with deep expertise in Logistics Execution and outbound delivery processes.
• Proven success leading full lifecycle SAP implementations.
• Strong understanding of Order-to-Cash processes from Sales Order through Delivery and Shipment.
• Experience leading business workshops and interacting directly with executive and operational stakeholders.
• Ability to design functional solutions and prepare detailed functional specifications.
• Strong hands-on SAP configuration experience within SAP SD.
• Experience leading System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Experience planning and supporting production cutovers and SAP go-lives.
• Ability to lead globally distributed and offshore implementation teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25 45% based on project requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP S/4HANA implementation experience.

• Experience with Transportation Management or delivery integration.

• Knowledge of Advanced Shipping Notices (ASN) and EDI integrations.

• Experience developing Proof of Concepts (POCs) and solution prototypes.

• Experience supporting large global SAP transformation programs., We are looking for senior SAP professionals who have successfully led complex SAP SD implementations with a strong concentration on delivery and logistics execution rather than pricing or sales configuration. Successful candidates typically come from:

• SAP SD Functional Lead positions

• Senior SAP SD Consultants

• Global SAP Transformation Programs

• Large consulting organizations

• Enterprise manufacturing or distribution environments

What Will Make You Successful

• Deep expertise in SAP SD Logistics Execution
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to bridge business and technology teams
• Comfortable working in both strategic and hands-on capacities
• Experience leading global implementation teams
• Passion for delivering high-quality SAP solutions

• $67.00 per hour

The SAP Delivery is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, making Nashville the preferred location for this role.