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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP Lead - **Company:** Simple Solutions - **Location:** East Hartford, CT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP), Application Integration Architecture, Software Bug Management, Data Integrity, Decision Support Systems, Performance Tuning, SAP (Applications), SAP Configuration, SAP R/3, SAP Project System, Data Streaming, Reliability of Systems, Sap Production Planning, SAP S/4HANA, Data Management, Servicenow, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1f2bc6a8-0247-414e-b4ce-7e80a8f61c00 ## About the Role · Minimum of 10-15+ years of SAP functional experience across multiple workstreams/modules (e.g. PP, PM, QM, MM, SCM, and HCM). · Prior experience as SAP Lead, Solution Lead, or Workstream Lead · Hands-on experience with MES integration, preferably Solumina · Working knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter or equivalent PLM platforms · Experience supporting SAP production environments · Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills · Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments Preferred Qualifications · S/4HANA implementation or migration experience · Industry background in Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, or Discrete Manufacturing · SAP certifications (PP, MM, QM, S/4HANA) · Experience with global, multi-plant SAP landscapes. · Working knowledge of ServiceNow. ## Description We are seeking an experienced SAP Lead to own end-to-end solution delivery and support across Production Planning (PP), Plant Maintenance (PM), Quality Management (QM), Materials Management (MM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Human Capital Management (HCM). This role supports complex manufacturing environments with a strong focus on integration between SAP (ECC and/or S/4HANA), Manufacturing Execution Systems (Solumina), Product Lifecycle Management (Siemens Teamcenter), and other non-SAP systems. The SAP Lead serves as a trusted partner to business stakeholders, providing functional leadership across build, integrate, and run operations. Key Responsibilities SAP Functional & Solution Support · Provide SAP PP, PM, QM, MM, SCM, and HCM solution design and delivery across manufacturing and supply chain processes · Act as functional design lead and ensure alignment with SAP best practices - Oversee enhancements, testing, deployments, and upgrades · Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable SAP solutions MES, PLM & Non-SAP Integration · Lead and govern integration between SAP and Solumina MES for shop floor execution and manufacturing data exchange. · Support SAP integration with Siemens Teamcenter for engineering BOMs, product changes, and master data alignment. · Ensure end-to-end data integrity, traceability, and system reliability across integrated platforms · Production Support & Operations Leadership Own steady-state SAP production support across manufacturing and supply chain domains · Ensure system stability, performance, and business continuity in a 24x7 environment. · Lead incidents, problems, and change management processes using ServiceNow. · Drive root cause analysis, defect resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives Project & Program Leadership · Serve as SAP workstream or solution lead on SAP upgrades, S/4HANA transformations, and development/enhancement projects · Manage scope, timelines, risks, dependencies, and delivery milestones · Provide clear status reporting and decision support to stakeholders and leadership Client-Facing & Stakeholder Engagement · Act as a trusted advisor to business and client stakeholders · Lead requirements workshops, design reviews, and solution walkthroughs · Translate technical concepts into clear business-oriented communication · Build strong partnerships across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams Team Leadership & Collaboration · Lead and mentor SAP functional/technical support teams · Allocate work, set priorities, and ensure quality, on-budget, and timely delivery · Coordinate with system integrators and third-party vendors Technical & Integration Awareness · Working knowledge of ABAP to review custom programs, enhancements, BADIs, and user exits · Strong understanding of SAP integration architecture and data flows · Support testing, defect triage, and performance optimization activities ## Related Videos - [Replacing Excel with SAP APIs & Python validation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1944-replacing-excel-with-sap-apis-python-validation) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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