Associate Principal - SAP

Bristlecone; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristlecone is seeking an experienced Associate Manager – SAP S/4HANA EWM to lead full-cycle EWM implementations on S/4HANA, configuring warehouse processes and integrating with core SAP modules. You will deliver post-go-live support across Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai and Noida while mentoring junior consultants.

The role requires 8+ years of hands-on SAP EWM experience with Embedded EWM, strong logistics expertise, and the ability to coordinate with ABAP teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on SAP EWM experience with a focus on S/4HANA.
• Minimum of 2 full lifecycle SAP EWM implementations on S/4HANA.
• Strong functional and configuration expertise in inbound/outbound logistics and warehouse layout optimization.
• Proven experience with Embedded EWM (mandatory) and knowledge of Decentralized EWM.
• Deep understanding of handling units, RF transactions, and warehouse master data.
• Hands-on experience with IDocs, RF framework, labor management, and MFS.
• Ability to create functional specifications and work closely with ABAP developers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills for testing, defect management, and post-go-live support.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management across business and technical teams.
• Willingness to travel to client sites in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, or Noida as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP EWM implementation phases (Blueprint, Realization, Testing, Cutover, Go-Live) on S/4HANA.
• Configure inbound/outbound processing, putaway, picking, storage types, and warehouse structures.
• Design and optimize warehouse orders, waves, and yard management solutions.
• Integrate EWM with SAP MM, SD, PP, and TM modules, including Embedded and Decentralized scenarios.
• Set up and maintain EWM master data such as products, packaging specs, handling units, work centers, and resources.
• Manage IDocs, RF framework, labor management, and MFS where applicable.
• Prepare functional specifications and collaborate with ABAP teams for custom enhancements.
• Support unit, integration, and UAT testing activities and drive defect resolution.
• Provide post-go-live stabilization and continuous improvement of warehouse operations.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the delivery team.

Skills

SAP EWM

S/4HANA

Logistics configuration

IDocs

RF framework

MFS

ABAP collaboration

Stakeholder mgmt

Travel willingness

Team mentoring

Job description

Job Description

Bristlecone India Limited is seeking an experienced Associate Manager – SAP S/4HANA EWM to join its S4 HANA Functional – Delivery team. The role involves leading full‑cycle EWM implementations on S/4HANA, configuring warehouse processes, integrating with core SAP modules, and delivering post‑go‑live support across Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai and Noida.

Job Description

Bristlecone India Limited is seeking an experienced Associate Manager – SAP S/4HANA EWM to join its S4 HANA Functional – Delivery team. The role involves leading full‑cycle EWM implementations on S/4HANA, configuring warehouse processes, integrating with core SAP modules, and delivering post‑go‑live support across Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai and Noida.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP EWM implementation phases (Blueprint, Realization, Testing, Cutover, Go‑Live) on S/4HANA.
• Configure inbound/outbound processing, putaway, picking, storage types, and warehouse structures.
• Design and optimize warehouse orders, waves, and yard management solutions.
• Integrate EWM with SAP MM, SD, PP, and TM modules, including Embedded and Decentralized scenarios.
• Set up and maintain EWM master data such as products, packaging specs, handling units, work centers, and resources.
• Manage IDocs, RF framework, labor management, and MFS where applicable.
• Prepare functional specifications and collaborate with ABAP teams for custom enhancements.
• Support unit, integration, and UAT testing activities and drive defect resolution.
• Provide post‑go‑live stabilization and continuous improvement of warehouse operations.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to knowledge‑sharing within the delivery team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands‑on SAP EWM experience with a focus on S/4HANA.
• Minimum of 2 full lifecycle SAP EWM implementations on S/4HANA.
• Strong functional and configuration expertise in inbound/outbound logistics and warehouse layout optimization.
• Proven experience with Embedded EWM (mandatory) and knowledge of Decentralized EWM.
• Deep understanding of handling units, RF transactions, and warehouse master data.
• Hands‑on experience with IDocs, RF framework, labor management, and MFS.
• Ability to create functional specifications and work closely with ABAP developers.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills for testing, defect management, and post‑go‑live support.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management across business and technical teams.
• Willingness to travel to client sites in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, or Noida as required.

About Us

ABOUT US

Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI‑powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.

Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.

Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status .

Information Security Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
• Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
• Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
• Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.