Functional Lead, SAP Platform

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited is seeking an SAP Functional Lead to join our team in Brampton, ON, operating in a hybrid in-office model with four days on-site. You will design, configure, and implement SAP Retail solutions, collaborating with business stakeholders, technical teams, and other partners to deliver scalable, integrated software in support of retail operations.

You will translate business requirements into user stories and functional designs, support day-to-day SAP operations, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of SAP functional experience in IS Retail, SAP MM or SD
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to translate stakeholder requirements into clear user stories and design documents
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Willingness to learn ABAP concepts and SAP tech stack

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and translate into SAP solution requirements and user stories
• Design, configure, test, and implement SAP Retail solutions with cross-functional teams
• Support day-to-day SAP operations by investigating issues and performing root-cause analysis
• Establish strong partnerships with stakeholders for effective collaboration
• Communicate project health, gaps, risks, and solutions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Stakeholder collaboration

Translate requirements to user stories

Tools

SAP

ABAP

ABAP Development Workbench

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Please note the Loblaw hybrid work model is 4 days in office

Functional Lead, SAP Platform | Brampton, ON

We are looking for an SAP Functional Lead to join our dynamic team at Loblaw Companies Limited. In this role, you will work in an Agile, hybrid environment, supporting the design, configuration, integration, and implementation of SAP solutions, as well as supporting day-to-day SAP operations. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and other technology partners to understand requirements, resolve issues, and deliver effective solutions. This role provides an excellent opportunity to utilize your current SAP knowledge while developing additional SAP experience; including, the advancement of your knowledge of modern SAP S/4 solutions and best practices, Agile delivery methodologies, operational support models, and other relevant technologies.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze business requirements and processes and translate stakeholder needs into clear user stories, functional design documents, and SAP solution requirements that support business objectives.
• Design, configure, test, and implement SAP Retail solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring solutions are scalable, integrated, and aligned with organizational standards and best practices.
• Support day-to-day SAP operations by investigating functional issues, performing root-cause analysis, identifying solution or process gaps, and recommending and implementing effective resolutions.
• Establish strong partnerships with stakeholders, peers and others to facilitate meaningful communication and collaboration.
• Communication on project health status, gaps or risks, and recommend solutions in a timely manner to enable successful delivery of the finished product on time, and on budget.

What You Bring

• SAP functional expertise with 3+ years hands-on experience in IS Retail, SAP MM, or SD modules, including configuration
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in understanding how systems and business processes work together.
• Ability to convert abstract, complex information into concrete material and design proposals that can be easily understood.
• Strong time management, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to learn new concepts and technologies quickly and adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, communicate information clearly to diverse audiences, present ideas effectively, maintain accuracy, and follow through on commitments.
• Basic knowledge of ABAP language and ABAP Development Workbench is an asset

Loblaw recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. At Loblaw, we celebrate diversity and strive to build a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced, valued and supported. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds and identities to apply to our jobs. Accommodation in the recruitment, assessment, and hiring process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all candidates for their interest but please note, those candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position will be contacted.

www.Loblaw.ca/careers

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle Salariale à L’embauche

$80,000.00 - $110,000.00 / 80.000,00$ - 110.000,00$ (per year / par an)

A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.