SAP Manufacturing & Logistics Lead

RED Global; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 80 000 - 120 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative international company is seeking a dynamic SAP Delivery Lead to spearhead technology solutions in manufacturing and logistics. This pivotal role involves leading end-to-end product delivery, ensuring integration across systems, and driving continuous improvement. With a focus on agile methodologies, you'll collaborate with diverse teams to translate business needs into actionable technical requirements. If you're passionate about delivering high-impact solutions in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of ERP platforms, especially SAP S/4HANA.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of systems supporting manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Define and manage the roadmap for new functionalities.
• Act as the liaison between business, IT, and operations teams.

Skills

Enterprise Solutions Delivery

ERP Platforms (SAP S/4HANA)

Systems Integration

Manufacturing Operations

Logistics Processes

Agile Mindset

Job description

SAP Delivery Lead - Manufacturing & Logistics Systems

Location: South Africa, Cape Town (Hybrid)

Type: 12 Month Contract (Likely to extend)

Overview

We’re supporting a International company on a large-scale digital transformation. As part of this, we’re looking for an experienced Product Delivery Lead to help shape and deliver technology solutions across manufacturing operations and logistics processes.

You’ll be working at the heart of a global programme, leading end-to-end product delivery from design and build to rollout and support for systems that support planning, production, warehousing, and shipping.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of key systems that support manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Define and manage the roadmap for new and improved functionality.
• Act as the go-to lead between business, IT, and operations teams.
• Own the lifecycle of each solution from concept through to user adoption.
• Translate business needs into clear technical requirements.
• Ensure integration with other systems (e.g. planning, finance, suppliers).
• Track performance and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Lead and coach a team of analysts and technical experts.

What You’ll Need

• Hands-on experience delivering enterprise solutions in manufacturing, supply chain or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of ERP platforms (SAP S/4HANA or similar), especially in production, warehousing, and transport.
• Understanding of systems integration, including data exchange
• Experience delivering within global programmes and working across different teams and regions.
• Ability to explain technical solutions clearly to business users and stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in fast-moving, multi-stream programmes.
• Agile mindset and focus on value delivery.

Desirable

• Experience with warehouse management, production planning, quality, or plant maintenance.
• Understanding of logistics execution processes and third-party logistics (3PL) integrations.

If you’re a delivery lead with strong experience in manufacturing and logistics environments and are looking for your next high-impact opportunity we’d love to hear from you.