Senior SAP EWM Functional Lead

Job Title: Senior SAP EWM Functional LeadLocation: New Zealand (Travel to Auckland as required)Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract/Fixed termAbout the RoleWe are looking for an accomplished SAP EWM Functional Lead to join our client’s high-performing team and drive the end-to-end implementation of Warehouse and Inventory Management solutions in SAP S/4HANA. This leadership role requires deep process expertise, strong integration experience, and the ability to steer complex delivery in a multi-stakeholder environment.Key Responsibilities:Solution Architecture & DesignLead the design and configuration of SAP EWM and IM/MM within S/4HANA.Define EWM process models including Inbound, Outbound, Production Integration, Yard Management, Returns, Shipping, Quality Inspection, Physical Inventory, and special processes (Import/Export).Ensure accurate end-to-end logistics and accounting document flows.Conduct Fit-to-Standard workshops and translate business requirements into optimized functional designs.Integration & Technical ExpertiseLead integration of SAP EWM with internal modules and 3PL systems.Design and govern interfaces using SAP CPI (ODATA, SOAP, APIs).Prepare functional specifications and lead end-to-end impact assessment for complex enhancements.Support automation initiatives using SAP BPA and warehouse automation technologies.Oversee RF framework design for warehousing operations.Delivery LeadershipDrive workstream deliverables, ensuring alignment with project timelines and quality standards.Collaborate effectively within a multi-vendor and distributed delivery environment.Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring solution integrity across global teams.Mentor and develop junior consultants; support knowledge sharing and capability uplift.Required Experience & Skills10+ years of SAP experience, including 7+ years in SAP EWM/IM with proven S/4HANA expertise.Minimum 2 full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations, including one greenfield.Strong hands-on configuration of EWM and MM/IM processes and RF solutions.Proven expertise across end-to-end logistics processes:Inbound / OutboundProduction IntegrationInventory & Physical InventoryYard ManagementShipping / ReturnsQuality InspectionImport / ExportExperience in integrating SAP with 3PL systems via SAP CPI.Demonstrated ability to write detailed functional specifications and design robust interfaces with strong error-handling mechanisms.2+ years of leadership experience in managing teams and deliverables.Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills.SAP S/4HANA EWM Certification.Exposure to SAP Transportation Management (TM), mobile warehousing, and automation technologies.Understanding of global logistics and supply chain business models.