SAP Manufacturing Manager

parsionate; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an SAP Manufacturing Manager to lead transformations in production and plant operations using SAP S/4HANA and next-generation digital capabilities. You will guide strategy, design, configuration, testing, and deployment for global clients.

You will coach cross-functional teams, influence client stakeholders, and drive long-term value. Expect collaboration across industries like automotive, life sciences, and consumer goods with a focus on scalable, sustainable manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience leading SAP manufacturing transformations in large-scale environments.
• Strong ability to translate business goals into SAP-based solutions.
• Proven track record guiding multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate business goals into SAP Manufacturing solutions aligned with client objectives.
• Manage end-to-end SAP Manufacturing implementations from design to deployment.
• Build detailed project plans, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead and mentor diverse teams while aligning to scope and standards.
• Engage stakeholders with clear, client-tailored communication and governance.
• Embed digital capabilities such as predictive maintenance, MES integration, and IoT into SAP landscapes.
• Foster innovation and continuously create client value through new approaches.

Skills

SAP Manufacturing

SAP S/4HANA

Project Management

Stakeholder Leadership

Digital Transformation

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to lead the next wave of smart manufacturing transformations? As an SAP Manufacturing Manager at Accenture, you'll guide clients in redefining their production and plant operations using SAP S/4HANA and next-generation digital capabilities. From strategy through execution, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and sustainable manufacturing solutions for global clients.

In this role, you'll coach and mentor teams, influence client stakeholders, and ensure that our solutions deliver long-term value. You'll also help foster innovation across industries like automotive, life sciences, and consumer goods - making intelligent manufacturing a reality.

Your Role & Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Translate business goals into effective SAP Manufacturing solutions, ensuring alignment with client objectives and industry best practices.
• Manage the delivery of end-to-end SAP Manufacturing implementations, including solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Build and manage detailed project plans, mitigating risks proactively and ensuring deliverables are met on time, on budget, and with high quality.
• Ensure team activities are structured, documented, and aligned to scope and process standards.

Client Leadership & Innovation

• Work with stakeholders to shape client-centric solutions that improve operational efficiency and production outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to embed digital capabilities such as predictive maintenance, digital twins, MES integration, and IoT into SAP Manufacturing landscapes.
• Ensure innovative thinking is embedded in your team's work and continuously create client value through novel approaches.

Collaboration & Team Development

• Lead and mentor diverse, multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and contributions.
• Provide clear direction, context, and purpose to your teams-connecting project tasks to broader client goals.
• Share knowledge through communities of practice, contribute to internal accelerators, and bring the best of Accenture to client engagements.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Communicate complex ideas in a structured, accessible manner using clear visual formats and concise storytelling.
• Guide discussions with clients, managing difficult conversations with discretion, and aligning multiple viewpoints to shared outcomes.
• Ensure your team uses consistent, client-tailored messaging that reflects Accenture's brand and standards.

Continuous Learning & Development

• Role model continuous learning by staying updated on SAP innovations, industry trends, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Coach others to develop their own thinking and skills, helping them grow both technically and professionally.
• Provide timely, specific feedback and support the career development of junior team members.