This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Min Experience : 7 years
Location : Remote (India)
JobType : full-time
Requirements
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SAP Consultant with proven expertise in SAP modules and fluency in Japanese (Japanese Language Proficiency Test certification preferred). The successful candidate will play a critical role in bridging communication between Japanese stakeholders and global teams while delivering effective SAP solutions across modules such as SD, MM, FI, and ABAP .
This role is ideal for professionals who combine strong technical / functional SAP expertise with excellent Japanese communication skills , enabling seamless collaboration with onsite / offshore teams and end-users in Japan.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide functional and technical SAP support across modules such as SD, MM, FI, or ABAP , with deep hands-on expertise in at least one area.
- Engage with Japanese stakeholders to gather requirements, document business processes, and provide clear solutions.
- Collaborate with global teams, including onsite and offshore consultants, to ensure smooth delivery of SAP projects.
- Translate business needs into effective SAP configurations, customizations, or enhancements.
- Manage issue resolution by troubleshooting, identifying root causes, and delivering timely fixes.
- Work on system enhancements, integrations, and upgrades to improve SAP performance and align with business needs.
- Support ongoing projects by providing technical and functional expertise in SAP modules.
- Ensure all project documentation is clear, concise, and available in both Japanese and English when required.
- Act as a cultural and linguistic bridge between Japanese business teams and global delivery teams.
- Conduct training sessions and knowledge transfers for business users and technical teams.
Key Skills & Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field.Experience : Minimum 7+ years of SAP consulting experience with at least one end-to-end SAP implementation .SAP Expertise :Strong hands-on expertise in at least one SAP module ( SD / MM / FI / ABAP ).Cross-functional knowledge across multiple modules is preferred.Language Proficiency :Fluent in Japanese (spoken and written) – Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) certification is mandatory (N2 or N1 preferred).Strong command of English for effective cross-border collaboration.Technical & Functional Skills :Experience in requirement gathering, configuration, enhancements, and testing .Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and deliver under tight deadlines.Soft Skills
Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.Strong stakeholder management and client engagement abilities.Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as in global teams.Flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements.