Description :
Position : Senior SAP Retail Consultant (Contract & Business Partner Management)
Experience : 1215 Years
Location : PAN INDIA (Hybrid Mode)
Notice Period : Immediate to 10 Days
Educational Qualification : Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Job Summary :
We are seeking a seasoned and specialized SAP professional with 1215 years of hands-on experience in SAP Retail, focusing specifically on Contract Management and the Business Partner (BP) concept. The ideal candidate must be an immediate joiner (or 10-day notice) with a proven track record in full lifecycle SAP implementations. This role demands deep technical expertise in configuration, customization, and integration, coupled with mandatory advanced knowledge of ALE / EDI technologies and IDoc processing to ensure seamless, compliant operations within the retail business landscape.
Job Description :
SAP Retail Implementation and Core Configuration :
- Lead the end-to-end implementation and continuous support of the SAP Retail modules, with a dedicated focus on processes related to Contracting and Business Partner Management.
- Expertly configure, customize, and troubleshoot SAP Materials Management (MM) and core Retail-specific processes to accurately meet complex business requirements.
- Collaborate extensively with business stakeholders for meticulous Requirements Gathering, translating business needs into detailed functional specifications and robust system designs.
- Design and maintain optimized SAP MM configurations and data models aligned with core retail processes, including procurement, inventory management, and invoice verification.
Business Partner (BP) and CVI Expertise :
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for the SAP Business Partner concept, overseeing its implementation and functionality as the replacement for traditional Customer / Vendor master data structures.Mandatorily manage customer and vendor data lifecycle using the BP framework, configuring and assigning appropriate Business Partner roles (e.g., customer, supplier, contact person).Implement and provide deep technical support for Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI), including defining necessary mapping rules, managing CVI customizing settings, and utilizing the CVI cockpit for precise data and ALE / EDI Expertise :Ensure seamless and robust Integration of SAP Retail with critical related modules, including SD (Sales and Distribution), FI (Financial Accounting), and PP (Production Planning), securing end-to-end process integrity.Possess strong knowledge of SAP ALE / EDI technologies, including the configuration of IDoc types, partner profiles, and distribution models for cross-system data transfer.Perform advanced monitoring and troubleshooting of IDoc processing using standard transactions such as WE02, WE05, SM58, and BD87.Develop and customize IDoc interfaces for integration with both internal SAP and external non-SAP systems, demonstrating proficiency in both inbound and outbound IDoc configuration.Project Management and Quality Assurance :
Plan and execute comprehensive system testing, including rigorous integration testing and facilitating client-led User Acceptance Testing (UAT).Proactively identify and resolve technical issues related to SAP MM and Retail functionalities, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.Develop and maintain meticulous documentation, including detailed business process flows, technical configuration guides, and functional specifications.Work closely with business users and cross-functional technical teams to collaboratively deliver fully integrated, production-ready solutions and ensure successful post-go-live support.Required Skills & Qualifications :
Experience : Mandatory 1215 years of hands-on experience in SAP Retail (specifically Contract Management & Business Partner processes).Implementation : Proven track record in multiple full lifecycle SAP implementations.Core Modules : Deep functional and configuration expertise in SAP MM and SAP Retail.Integration : Mandatory expert knowledge of SAP ALE / EDI, IDoc types, BAPI, and CVI implementation.Problem Solving : Strong analytical, problem-solving, and excellent communication skills.Education : Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.Preferred Skills :
Industry Experience : Previous consulting or in-house experience with large-scale retail or CPG organizations.S / 4HANA : Familiarity with SAP S / 4HANA Retail concepts and system conversion processes.Technical Debugging : Proficiency in ABAP debugging to isolate and resolve complex functional issues.Reporting Tools : Experience with SAP query tools or reporting solutions within the Retail domain.(ref : hirist.tech)