SAP Functional Lead

Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled SAP Functional Lead to drive full life cycle implementations of SAP MM. This role involves optimizing procurement and inventory management processes, integrating SAP with key modules, and supporting system configuration and testing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SAP MM, a solid understanding of business processes, and a passion for delivering operational efficiencies. Join a dynamic team that prioritizes safety and world-class customer service, and make a significant impact in the aviation industry.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of SAP MM experience with a focus on procurement and inventory.
• Minimum 2 full-cycle SAP projects, including S/4HANA implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP MM implementations covering procurement and inventory management.
• Conduct workshops and model business processes using BPM tools.

Skills

SAP MM Implementation

Procurement Management

Inventory Management

Business Process Modelling

Integration with SAP Modules

Process Standardisation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Master's degree or SAP certifications

Tools

Signavio

SAP Ariba

Job description

Bachelors in Computer Application (Computers)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

Accountabilities:

1. Lead full life cycle implementations of SAP MM, covering procurement, inventory management, material master governance, and supplier collaboration.
2. Drive the design and optimisation of P2P processes in close coordination with procurement and supply chain functions.
3. Conduct business workshops, gather requirements, and model business processes using Signavio or similar BPM tools.
4. Integrate SAP MM with key modules such as FICO, EAM, WM, and external logistics platforms.
5. Provide guidance on sourcing structures, approval workflows, inventory control policies, and master data strategy.
6. Develop and maintain robust inventory management solutions, including stock monitoring, replenishment, and valuation processes.
7. Support system configuration, testing, data migration, and cutover planning to ensure seamless go-lives and system stability.
8. Contribute to carve-out and M&A-related SAP landscape transitions, minimising disruption to procurement and inventory operations.
9. Produce high-quality documentation including process flows, functional specifications, training guides, and user manuals.
10. Deliver hypercare and continuous improvement support, identifying optimisation opportunities across procurement and inventory operations.
11. Provide input on future integrations with SAP Ariba and related platforms, where relevant.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Master's degree or SAP certifications in Sourcing & Procurement or S/4HANA are a plus.
3. 8+ years of hands-on SAP MM implementation and support experience, with a strong focus on procurement and inventory management.
4. Minimum 2 full-cycle SAP projects, with at least one S/4HANA greenfield implementation.
5. Experience with carve-outs, M&A projects, or multi-entity SAP rollouts is highly desirable.
6. In-depth experience in MM integration with FICO, EAM, and WM modules.
7. Familiarity with Signavio or similar BPM tools for process modelling and fit-gap analysis.
8. Knowledge of SAP Ariba (e.g., sourcing, contracts, procurement) is advantageous but not required.
9. Proven track record of delivering process standardisation and operational efficiencies.

About Etihad Airport Services-Ground

Etihad Airport Services Ground is the sole ground operations handler at Zayed International Airport. EASG handles a wide variety of ground functions at the capital's international airport, from passenger check-in and boarding to baggage handling and aircraft services. All operations are centered around its three main prerogatives: safety and security in all its functions, world-class operations for all customer airlines through maximum efficiency and a world-class customer experience for all visiting and transiting guests.

Company Industry

• Airlines
• Aviation

Department / Functional Area

• IT Software

Keywords

• SAP Functional Lead (Procurement / Materials Management / Supply Chain)

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