SAP Functional Specialist - Manufacturing

Ultipro; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin is seeking a SAP Functional Specialist in Manufacturing to lead the SAP S/4HANA SD deployment on-site in Waller, TX. You will drive the project from system design through configuration, testing, deployment, and post‑go‑live support, with a strong emphasis on PP/MM processes.

The role requires coordinating with inventory, finance, and logistics, managing vendor relationships, and training end users while ensuring data integrity during migration and ongoing process optimization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SAP functional experience with manufacturing, especially PP/MM.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP S/4HANA SD functions.
• Strong leadership and project-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating with external SAP consultants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of SAP S/4HANA SD deployment from design to go-live.
• Plan data-driven transformation aligning processes with S/4HANA.
• Coordinate with inventory, finance, and logistics for integration.
• Manage data migration and post-implementation support.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA SD

PP/MM Manufacturing

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Data Migration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, CS, IS, or related

Job description

SAP Functional Specialist - Manufacturing

• Posted on July 27, 2026

Locations

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WALLER, TX 77484, USA

• On-site
• Information Technology
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SAPFU012177

Description

This role involves managing all aspects of the platform transition, including planning, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support. In this pivotal role, you will provide critical leadership and guidance to functions, utilizing your extensive knowledge and experience of the SAP S/4 HANA system.

Position Responsibilities: may include:

• SAP S/4HANA Implementation: Oversee the full lifecycle of SAP S/4 HANA SD deployment, from initial system design, configuring and customizing the system to meet Daikin's unique requirements, to conducting comprehensive system and user acceptance testing, to finally deploying the system.
• Planning and Strategy: Create a data-driven approach to plan for Daikin's end-to-end business transformation towards SAP S/4 standard processes. Evaluate our existing processes and create strategic plans to integrate these with S/4 HANA's functionalities.
• Process Optimization: Understand business processes in the manufacturing area, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the solution aligns with SAP S/4HANA environment.
• Stakeholder Management: Work closely with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including inventory, finance, logistics, to ensure seamless integration of S/4 HANA functions with other business operations. Also, manage relationships with external SAP consultants and solution providers.
• Training and Support: Develop a comprehensive training program for end users, thus driving S/4 HANA adoption across the organization. This includes conceptualizing user manuals, training materials, and reference guides.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with SAP consultants and other technology partners to ensure project deliverables are met within timelines and budgets.
• Data Integrity and Migration: Oversee the migration of sales and distribution data from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Continuous Improvement: Post-implementation, continuously monitor manufacturing ERP (PP,MM) processes within SAP S/4HANA to identify and implement further enhancements.

Nature & Scope:

• Is recognized as a subject matter expert in job area
• Manages large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager
• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to lower-level professionals
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex

Knowledge & Skills:

• 5+ years of SAP functional experience with strong focus on Manufacturing (PP/MM or similar).
• Extensive knowledge of the integral functions, features, and capabilities of SAP S/4 HANA SD
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of driving large-scale technology transformation projects to completion.
• Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and robust decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Experience:

• 10 plus years of direct experience with SAP modules

Education/Certification:

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations

Reports To:

• SAP Enterprise Architecture and Solution Leader

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes about individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

Required

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

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