SAP Basis consultant

ROCKWOOL International A/S; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ROCKWOOL Group is seeking an experienced SAP Basis Consultant specializing in SAP EWM on cloud to install, configure, and maintain the SAP EWM landscape while bridging traditional Basis with cloud-native automation to drive warehouse efficiency.

The role covers cloud infrastructure management with HA/DR, end-to-end SAP EWM administration, 24/7 support, performance tuning, and seamless integrations with MFS, RF devices, and 3PL connections, plus DevOps automation and SOPs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as SAP Basis Administrator/Consultant.
• Hands-on experience migrating or managing SAP HANA on cloud.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Windows OS and cloud networking.
• Relevant SAP or cloud certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provision, configure, and monitor SAP EWM systems on cloud VMs with HA/DR.
• Perform SAP kernel upgrades, HANA patching, and SP updates in 24/7 warehouse environments.
• Monitor and tune SAP EWM performance and background jobs; provide 24/7 P1/P2 support.
• Maintain integrations with MFS, RF/handheld devices, and 3PL connections; data aging/archiving.

Skills

SAP Basis Administration

Linux/Windows OS

Cloud infrastructure

SAP HANA

DevOps

Terraform

Ansible

SAP EWM

Education

SAP Certified Technology Associate

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Job Description Role Summary:

As an SAP Basis Consultant specializing in EWM on cloud. You will be responsible for the installation, configuration, performance optimization, and maintenance of our SAP EWM landscape in a cloud environment. You will bridge traditional Basis administration with cloud-native, automated operations to drive maximum warehouse efficiency.

Key responsibilities and activities include, but is not limited to:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management Provision, configure, and monitor SAP EWM systems on cloud VMs. Ensure High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) for EWM using HANA System Replication (HSR) and cloud Site Recovery. Optimize cloud resource utilization and cost.
• SAP EWM System Administration & Support Manage end-to-end technical administration of SAP EWM. Perform SAP kernel upgrades, HANA database patching, and SP updates in a critical 24/7 warehouse environment. Monitor and tune SAP EWM performance, background jobs. Provide 24/7 technical support for P1/P2 issues, managing incidents through resolution.
• Integration & Optimization Maintain integrations with SAP EWM interfaces: Material Flow Systems (MFS), RF/Handheld devices, and 3PL connections. Perform EWM system refreshes and data volume management (data aging/archiving). Collaborate with functional teams to ensure seamless integration between SAP EWM and ERP (ECC or S/4HANA).
• Automation & DevOps Automate SAP Basis operations using cloud Automation. Develop documentation and maintain SOPs for system operations.

Communication & Working Relationships

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Personal qualities

• Skills & Experience – Essential 3-5 years of experience as an SAP Basis Administrator/Consultant. Hands-on experience migrating or managing SAP HANA on cloud. Strong knowledge of Linux/Windows OS and cloud networking. Relevant SAP or cloud certifications (e.g. SAP Workloads, SAP Certified Technology Associate - SAP HANA).
• Skills & Experience - Desirable Experience with warehouse automation scenarios. Knowledge with DevOps practices and Infrastructure-as-Code tools. (Terraform/Ansible).

ROCKWOOL Group Values

Ambition We strive relentlessly for success It all starts with ambition. Without ambition to drive things forward nothing happens. We believe we become a more successful company by being ambitious and setting big goals for ourselves, individuals and our teams.

Responsibility Be the Rock – today and tomorrow Do not shy away from taking personal responsibility when facing challenges. Success is built in teams; remember to share the praise and to recognize individual and collective achievements.

Integrity Being honest and trustworthy We never compromise our integrity for business results.

Efficiency Breaking constraints and maximizing output Avoid extravagance and maximise the value of the resources available to you to get the biggest sustainable result. Define clear priority areas and direct resources accordingly. Identify what is most urgent and important for ROCKWOOL and take action on these issues first.

Functional Competencies We are seeking a candidate with strong hands-on experience in cloud administration and S/4 HANA logistics environments. Hands on experience managing SAP workloads in cloud solution. Strong knowledge in SAP BTP, Cloud Connectors and hybrid connectivity Deep understanding of the technical requirements for S/4 HANA embedded EWM or Decentralizes EWM. Expertise in SAP HANA administration, performance tuning, memory management, and backup/recovery strategies within cloud environments Proficient in managing Transport Management System, troubleshooting interfaces and integration Experience with system copies / refresh, support pack and kernel updates. SAP Fiori troubleshooting.

Behavioural Competencies As an internal consultant, you will collaborate closely with warehouse operations, logistics functional teams, and IT leadership. We value: Proactive Problem-Solver: diagnose and resolve complex technical issues under pressure. Effective Communicator: Ability to translate complex technical Basis issues into simple business language for logistics stakeholders. Team Collaboration: Positive attitude and a strong team player, willing to share knowledge. Meticulous approach to security, patching, and system documentation to ensure audit-ready compliance.

Other Requirements: Education: SAP Certified Technology Associate Languages: Fluency in English Other:3 – 5 years of hands-on Basis Administration

At ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who experiences our products and services. We help our customers and communities tackle many of today’s biggest sustainability and development challenges, from energy consumption and noise pollution to fire resilience, water scarcity, and flooding. Our product range reflects the diversity of the world’s needs, while supporting our stakeholders in reducing their own carbon footprint. Stone wool is a fully recyclable, versatile material that forms the basis of all our businesses. With ~11,800 dedicated colleagues in 37 countries and sales in more than 120, we are the world leader in stone wool products, from building insulation to acoustic ceilings, external cladding systems to horticultural solutions, customised stone wool insulation components for other manufacturers’ products and systems (OEM), to insulation for the process industry and marine & offshore. Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? Join us and make a difference! http://www.rockwool.com/group/about-us/careers/