Technical Specialist / Sr. Specialist

Colgate; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive in Mumbai, India, seeks an experienced SAP technical specialist to act as a bridge between the SAP ERP backend and the wider enterprise ecosystem. You will design, build, and maintain end-to-end technical solutions that connect with cloud and third-party applications.

The role emphasizes a Clean Core architecture, OO-ABAP development, CDS views, RAP/CAP, and building robust integrations. You will lead technical reviews, guide ERP vs integration-layer decisions, and support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of core hands-on experience in SAP technical development.
• Strong expertise in OO-ABAP, Enhancement Framework, and SQL performance tuning.
• Hands-on experience with S/4HANA, CDS Views, OData service creation (SEGW or RAP), and SAP BTP.
• Proficiency in ABAP, along with working knowledge of APIs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to debug ambiguous, cross-system issues.
• Excellent communication and ability to translate complex technical architectures into business language.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across functional business teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain robust backend code using OO-ABAP.
• Design and build CDS Views and develop custom APIs using RAP or CAP.
• Create, extend, and debug integration objects such as IDocs, BAPIs, RFCs, and Proxy frameworks.
• Implement custom business logic while strictly adhering to SAP’s "Clean Core" extensibility guidelines.
• Conduct performance tuning for high-volume data transfers across both the ABAP and API layers.
• Provide technical leadership, code reviews, and architectural guidance on when to build logic in the ERP core versus on the integration layer (SAP BTP).

Skills

OO-ABAP

Enhancement Framework

SQL performance tuning

S/4HANA

CDS Views

OData services

ABAP RAP

ABAP

APIs

BTP

Debugging cross-system

Communication

Independent work

Tools

SEGW

BTP

Job description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognised brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programmes that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Job Title: Technical Specialist / Sr. Specialist

Travel Required?: No Travel

Posting Start Date: 09/09/2026

Hybrid

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number#175978 - Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programmes that enrich communities around the world.

Job Summary

Act as a bridge between the core SAP ERP backend and the wider enterprise ecosystem.

Design, build, and maintain end-to-end technical solutions, ensuring that custom backend logic seamlessly connects with cloud and third-party applications.

Drive digital transformation while maintaining a "Clean Core" architectural strategy.

Provide a powerful expertise in SAP ABAP development

Main Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and maintain robust backend code using Object-Oriented ABAP (OO-ABAP).

Design and build Core Data Services (CDS) Views and develop custom APIs using the ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model (RAP) or Cloud Application Programming Model (CAP).

Create, extend, and debug standard SAP integration objects such as IDocs, BAPIs, RFCs, and Proxy frameworks.

Implement custom business logic while strictly adhering to SAP’s "Clean Core" extensibility guidelines.

Conduct performance tuning for high-volume data transfers across both the ABAP and API layers.

Provide technical leadership, code reviews, and architectural guidance on when to build logic in the ERP core versus on the integration layer (SAP BTP).

Required Qualifications

(Education, Knowledge required, Skills (language & other), etc.)

5+ years of core hands-on experience in SAP technical development.

Strong expertise in OO-ABAP, Enhancement Framework (BAdIs, User Exits), and SQL performance tuning.

Hands-on experience with S/4HANA, CDS Views, OData service creation (SEGW or RAP), and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).

Proficiency in ABAP, along with working knowledge of APIs

Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to debug ambiguous, cross-system issues.

Excellent communication skills to translate complex technical architectures into business-friendly language.

Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across functional business teams and external vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

SAP Certified Development Associate – ABAP for SAP S/4HANA.

Good understanding of business processes - SAP O2I , SAP FI

Exposure to non-SAP middleware or enterprise service buses (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi, Azure Integration Services).

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
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