
SAP-Supply Chain Lead
- Riyadh
- Permanent
- Full-time
- RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the Delivery Leadership Team to oversee and regulate the development and delivery of functionalities related to Supply Chain Management (SCM)
- Formulate application strategies and provide direction for all SAP services within the SCM domain
- Manage relationships and ensure alignment of activities with other functional and technical teams
- Ensure prompt investigation and resolution of incidents and issues occurring in SAP systems and services
- Offer necessary support, input, guidance, and recommendations regarding Technical Designs produced by other SAP domain teams
- Ensure compliance with established standards for procedures, quality assurance, templates, and documentation
- Preserve the integrity, manageability, and architectural standards of the SAP systems in accordance with agreed protocols
- Lead and oversee the daily activities of SCM team members while monitoring their performance
- Act as a technical lead in the design, development, testing, and implementation of technological solutions
- (significant support may be required outside standard working hours)
- Establish a performance baseline for SCM-related processes; Monitor system performance and optimize
- it for peak efficiency within the SCM domain
- Review and provide input for common deliverables (e.g., user acceptance test plans)
- Collaborate with the authorization team to develop and implement an appropriate security model within the SCM
- domain
- Drive the resolution of issues associated with the implementation and testing of SAP upgrades and service pack
- enhancements concerning SCM
- Engage actively in the hiring and selection process for the project team
- Responsible for conducting post-implementation reviews and monitoring business applications within the SCM.
- Participate in the Change Request process to document and rationalize the need for changes.
- Develop and sustain effective and productive relationships with customers and other team members
- Undertake additional activities as required to achieve the objectives of the role
- A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field from a recognized national or international educational institution.
- Proficiency in both Arabic and English.
- A current SAP certification.
- Over 10 years of professional experience working on SAP projects within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) domain.
- At least 5 years of experience managing SAP landscapes within medium-sized or large organizations.
- Demonstrated strong management skills vital for effective strategic planning, directing, reporting, and executing the administrative duties associated with this position.
- A thorough understanding of the system development lifecycle and its associated implications.
- Proficient understanding of IT best practices, including ITIL frameworks pertinent to Incident, Problem, and Request processes.
- In-depth knowledge of various SAP functional areas, especially from an integration perspective (FICO, HR, BI, etc.).
- Experience in the SAP Defence sector will be considered advantageous.
- Acquainted with various SAP security models and products (SSO, IDM) from a Supply Chain Management (SCM) viewpoint.
- Proven experience in gathering and documenting system requirements, as well as articulating functional designs for business application solutions and identifying implementation challenges from a functional perspective.
- Strong understanding of the complexities associated with enterprise-wide system implementation.
- Familiarity with standardized support development frameworks and methodologies.
- Expert proficiency in SAP implementation methodologies, including Activate.
- Capacity to lead cross-functional projects and initiatives.
- Strong organizational, time management, and stress management skills, with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Exceptional multi-tasking capabilities.
- We seek an individual who can excel under pressure and make well-considered decisions!