KPMG UK

SAP Warehouse Management, Implementation Consultant – Manager

KPMG UK

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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CloudERP

About the role

  • Lead the functional design, configuration, and implementation of SAP WM and/or EWM modules within S/4HANA environments
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate complex warehousing and logistics requirements into effective SAP solutions, ensuring seamless integration with other modules and adherence to SAP best practices
  • Lead functional design, configuration, and implementation of SAP WM and/or EWM solutions, covering areas such as Inbound Processing, Outbound Processing, Internal Warehouse Movements, Physical Inventory, Yard Management, Cross-Docking, Kitting, and Value-Added Services (VAS)
  • Conduct detailed requirements gathering workshops and fit-to-standard analysis with warehouse and logistics stakeholders to align SAP solutions with business needs and S/4HANA capabilities
  • Provide expert guidance on leveraging SAP S/4HANA innovations in Warehouse Management, including embedded analytics, Fiori apps, and integration with other supply chain solutions (e.g., TM, PP, QM)
  • Design and optimize end-to-end warehouse processes within S/4HANA, ensuring seamless integration with other modules like MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales & Distribution), PP (Production Planning), and QM (Quality Management)
  • Oversee data migration strategies and activities related to WM/EWM master data (e.g., storage bins, products, resources) and transactional data
  • Develop functional specifications for enhancements, integrations, and reports, working closely with technical teams
  • Provide training and support to end-users and key stakeholders, ensuring successful adoption of new SAP WM/EWM functionalities
  • Act as a primary point of contact for clients on SAP WM/EWM-related matters, managing expectations and fostering strong client relationships
  • Supervising and coaching junior members of staff to help them realise their full potential
  • Lead and Support business development and sales initiatives including bid and proposal support/presenting with our SAP clients.

Requirements

  • Extensive hands-on expertise in SAP WM and/or EWM configuration across core functionalities (e.g., Inbound/Outbound Processing, Internal Movements, Physical Inventory, Storage Unit Management, Handling Unit Management)
  • Proven experience with SAP Activate Methodology, including leading fit-to-standard workshops and identifying process improvements in warehouse operations
  • Strong understanding of integration points between WM/EWM and other SAP modules (MM, SD, PP, QM, FI/CO)
  • Familiarity with SAP Fiori apps for enhanced user experience in warehouse operations
  • Knowledge of advanced warehouse concepts such as labor management, material flow systems (MFS), and integration with automated warehouse equipment is highly desirable
  • Understanding of different S/4HANA deployment options (on-premise, private cloud, public cloud) and their implications for WM/EWM functionalities
  • SAP ERP experience, with time focused on SAP WM/EWM, including significant experience with S/4HANA EWM
  • Completed at least 2 full lifecycle SAP WM/EWM implementations (design to go-live)
  • Proven track record in leading functional teams, managing project phases, and delivering complex SAP WM/EWM solutions
  • Experience in leading customer workshops, gathering business requirements, and translating them into SAP functional designs
  • Ability to define functional business requirements and create detailed functional specifications for development
  • Experience in managing client expectations and fostering strong client relationships
  • Prior experience in a logistics, manufacturing, or retail industry setting with complex warehouse operations is highly desirable
  • SAP system design, build and deployment experience – 2+ full lifecycle implementations preferred
  • Ability to build strong client relationships based on subject matter expertise ensuring quality of delivery
  • Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to provide clarity to complex issues, and synthesize large volume of information
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and supporting multiple activities such as mentoring and capability knowledge transfer to enhance the practice
  • Team Lead Experience (on/offshore)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal, team building, organisational and motivational skills.
Benefits
  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
SAP WMSAP EWMS/4HANASAP Activate MethodologyInbound ProcessingOutbound ProcessingPhysical InventoryFiori appsData migrationFunctional specifications
Soft Skills
Client relationship managementTeam leadershipAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsMentoringCoachingProject managementBusiness development