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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP GTS Senior Manager - **Company:** Ignitesap - **Location:** Germany (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €120,000.0 - €165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, SAP (Applications), SAP Business Suiteing, Systems Integration, SAP Business Technology Platform, SAP S/4HANA, SAP GTS - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5821332415 ## About the Role * Extensive experience in SAP GTS consulting, with a proven track record delivering complex transformation programmes. * Strong leadership experience managing SAP teams, large-scale projects, or client accounts. * Deep expertise across SAP GTS processes, including: + Customs Management. + Export control and legal compliance. + Sanctions screening. + Import/export regulations. + Preference determination. * Experience advising senior stakeholders and influencing strategic business decisions. * Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes. * Experience with SAP GTS Edition for SAP S/4HANA is highly desirable. * Commercial mindset with experience supporting proposals, sales cycles, and client acquisition. * Passion for emerging technologies, including: + SAP Business AI. + SAP BTP. + Intelligent automation. + AI-enabled enterprise transformation. * Excellent communication skills in German and English ## Description * Join a multiple SAP Pinnacle Award-winning organisation recognised for SAP innovation and excellence. * Lead some of the most complex SAP GTS, S/4HANA, BTP, and AI-enabled transformation programmes in the market. * Shape the strategic direction and continued growth of a market-leading SAP GTS practice. * Clear leadership pathway towards Director and Partner-level roles in 12-18 months. * Access to executive-level training, SAP certifications, and cutting-edge technology initiatives. * Work alongside leading SAP specialists across Germany and globally. * Flexible working model including hybrid options, tailored travel arrangements, and part-time possibilities. * Build your reputation as a recognised SAP GTS thought leader in intelligent global trade transformation. Your Role As a Senior Manager SAP GTS, you will lead strategic client engagements, oversee complex transformation programmes, and drive the growth of SAP GTS capabilities. Your responsibilities will include: * Own and lead large-scale SAP GTS implementation, transformation, and optimisation programmes for international clients. * Act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, helping organisations define their future global trade strategy. * Shape SAP GTS solution roadmaps across: + SAP GTS Edition for SAP S/4HANA. + Customs Management. + Export Control and sanctions compliance. + Import/export processes. + Preference management. * Drive innovation through the adoption of: + SAP Business AI for intelligent compliance, risk management, and decision support. + SAP BTP for scalable extensions, integrations, and intelligent applications. + AI-driven automation for trade documentation, classification, and regulatory processes. + Advanced analytics to improve compliance visibility and operational performance. * Lead executive workshops, transformation assessments, and strategic roadmap engagements. * Manage project portfolios, delivery quality, budgets, timelines, and client satisfaction. * Build trusted relationships with global clients and identify opportunities for long-term collaboration. * Support business growth through: + Proposal development. + Pre-sales activities. + Account strategy. + Market development. * Mentor and develop SAP GTS consultants, managers, and future leaders. * Contribute to the continued expansion and market positioning of the SAP GTS practice. ## Related Videos - [When AI Runs the Business: The Reality of Enterprise-Wide Automation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100124-when-ai-runs-the-business-the-reality-of-enterprise-wide-automation) - [Independently together: how micro-applications improve developer experience + app performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/452-independently-together-how-micro-applications-improve-developer-experience-app-performance) - [Replacing Excel with SAP APIs & Python validation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1944-replacing-excel-with-sap-apis-python-validation) - [Beyond Hiring: Building a Sustainable Talent Acquisition Engine at Deutsche Bahn](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1856-beyond-hiring-building-a-sustainable-talent-acquisition-engine-at-deutsche-bahn) - [Inside Mercedes-Benz: How CIO Katrin Lehmann is Empowering 5,000 Developers and Driving Digital Change](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1360-inside-mercedes-benz-how-cio-katrin-lehmann-is-empowering-5-000-developers-and-driving-digital-change) - [Application Modernization and Rabbits](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/120-application-modernization-and-rabbits) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [IT Salaries in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/287-it-salaries-in-germany) - [Jobs in Germany for Americans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/423-jobs-in-germany-for-americans) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Finding Jobs in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/375-finding-jobs-in-germany)