Project Expert SD&SCM Senior Specialist

Yazaki North America, Inc.
Köln, Germany
19 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) Knowledge Management SAP (Applications) SAP FI/CO SAP HANA SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) SAP Sales and Distribution Information Technology

Job description

  • Analyze business requirements and implement SAP SD & SCM solutions through system customizing and development activities.
  • Coordinate and steer internal and external stakeholders, including developers and consultants, within assigned projects and changes.
  • Support testing, quality assurance, deployment activities, and ensure appropriate system and process documentation.
  • Lead assigned projects and changes with responsibility for scope, quality, timelines, and budget.
  • Act as the main contact person for business users and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Maintain and continuously expand expertise within the assigned SAP domain, supporting implementation of new processes and solutions.
  • Create, review, and maintain documentation and ensure proper knowledge management standards are followed.
  • Deliver knowledge transfer and training activities for IT and business users when required.
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the assigned area and provide guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvements and contribute ideas that enhance existing systems, processes, and services.
  • Provide 2nd and 3rd level support for incidents and problems within service operations.
  • Participate in on-call support activities when required.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in SAP SD and SCM.
  • Expert knowledge of SAP SD and SAP SCM.
  • Experience with SAP HANA and understanding of SAP FI/CO, MM, PP, and ABAP.
  • ITIL certification and/or SAP certification in SD, SCM, or a related area.
  • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience within service transition, incident management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Professional English language skills.
  • A proactive, solution-oriented, and customer-focused approach to work.
  • Ability to adapt quickly, learn new technologies and processes, and thrive in a dynamic environment.

About the company

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a Japanese full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. More than 235,000 committed and highly motivated employees in 45 countries make us one of the most successful international automotive suppliers. Join a family-owned company committed to being environmentally friendly in every aspect of its business, contributing to society, and inspiring trust. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Project Expert SD&SCM Senior Specialist (f/m/d) in our offices in Cologne.

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