SAP S/4HANA Retail, Assortment Planning (AP) Functional Consultant

Job type: Contract
Job ref: 32522
Published: 3 months ago

Role Type: Contract

Location: Onsite + Remote (Hybrid) 

Duration: 6 months + Rolling

Start: ASAP

 

Position Overview:

We are looking for a highly skilled SAP AP (Assortment Planning) Functional Consultant to join our team in Dubai for a major greenfield SAP S/4 HANA on RISE transformation project within the retail industry. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a significant retail transformation in one of the most dynamic regions in the world. Visa sponsorship and relocation support are provided.

 

Key Responsibilities:

High-Level Design & Detailed Design:

  • Lead workshops with business users in Dubai to gather and document requirements related to Assortment Planning.

  • Develop comprehensive Business Process Documents (BPDs) and Functional Specification Documents (FSDs) for SAP Assortment Planning.

  • Configuration/Workbook Development:

  • Configure SAP AP modules based on business requirements and document all configurations in detailed workbooks.

Functional Unit Testing:

  • Create test scenarios, develop test scripts, and perform unit testing to ensure that the SAP AP system functions as expected.

  • Identify and resolve issues during the testing phase.

Support for IST/UAT:

  • Provide support during Integration System Testing (IST) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

  • Resolve issues and provide guidance to ensure successful testing outcomes.

Change Management & Training:

  • Collaborate with the change management team to develop training materials and user documentation specific to SAP Assortment Planning.

  • Conduct user training sessions and provide ongoing support during the transition period.

Data Migration:

  • Coordinate with data migration teams to ensure accurate mapping, transformation, and loading of Assortment Planning data.

  • Validate data accuracy and integrity post-migration.

Go-Live & Hypercare:

  • Support the go-live process in Dubai, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

  • Provide on-site support during the Hypercare phase to troubleshoot and resolve any issues.

 

Qualifications:

  • Strong experience with SAP Assortment Planning, particularly within SAP S/4 HANA on RISE implementations.

  • Proven experience in greenfield SAP implementation projects within the retail industry.

  • Expertise in gathering business requirements, conducting workshops, and translating them into functional designs.

  • Proficiency in writing BPDs, FSDs, and configuring SAP systems for Assortment Planning.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.

  • Effective communication skills, capable of working with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • SAP certification in Assortment Planning or related modules.

  • Experience in international projects or previous experience in the Middle East.