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IBM SAP Senior Functional Consultant - EAM: Plant Maintenance in Perth, Australia
Introduction
As a Package Consultant at IBM, get ready to tackle numerous mission-critical company directives. Our team takes on the challenge of designing, developing and re-engineering highly complex application components and integrating software packages using various tools. You will use a mix of consultative skills, business knowledge, and technical expertise to effectively integrate packaged technology into our clients' business environment and achieve business results.
Your Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced SAP EAM Functional Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the functional design, development, and implementation of SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of SAP EAM functionality, industry best practices, and the ability to work closely with business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business requirements.
As an experienced SAP consultant at IBM Consulting, you will deliver innovative business solutions through design, build and test, including systems integration. You will leverage your subject matter expertise and your experience to ensure successful project delivery and client success. We will give you access to unique career opportunities, and a vast and diverse network of talented SAP professionals.
As a lead member of our SAP functional team, you will get the chance to participate in new and existing implementations, developed with the latest technology and tools. At IBM you will find your role has a unique look, combining both strong technical and business skills. This role will require far more than just functional experience with SAP Plant Maintenance; candidates will also need to demonstrate deep consulting skills backed up by practical experience, preferably in a professional consulting organisation.
The successful candidate will have a solid SAP Enterprise Asset Management and Supply Chain Management background with extensive experience of the Plant Maintenance modules, across at least 4 full implementations. The candidate will demonstrate end-to-end project experience that encompasses process design, planning, and management; execution of the build through to go-live is a must. Experience implementing systems based on a templated solution will be highly valued.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the functional design and development of SAP EAM solutions, including configuration, customization, and integration with other SAP modules
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure that solutions meet business needs
Develop and maintain detailed functional specifications, technical specifications, and testing plans
Conduct fit-gap analysis to identify areas where SAP EAM can be leveraged to improve business processes
Design and implement workflows, notifications, and approvals to support business processes
Configure and customize SAP EAM modules, including Plant Maintenance, Quality Management, and Inventory Management
Develop and maintain data migration plans, data validation rules, and data cleansing procedures
Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration with other SAP modules and external systems
Develop and execute testing plans, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing
Provide training and support to end-users to ensure successful adoption of SAP EAM solutions
Stay up-to-date with SAP EAM roadmap, new features, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to continuously improve solutions
Lead and mentor junior team members to ensure knowledge sharing and skill development
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Extensive demonstrable SAP implementation experience, including at least 4 full end-to end project lifecycles, including instances where the candidate has led the Plant Maintenance (PM) stream for the project.
Strong knowledge in the SAP PM domain and general knowledge of other SAP modules. We are looking for an PM expert for this role.
Previous history performing FITGAP analysis and leading workshops with client business representatives and Process Architects.
Customisation experience of SAP EAM solutions and an understanding of the core data structures and data flows.
Strong problem-solving skills to drive resolution of defects and issues by understanding client needs and presenting options to resolve the problem.
An ability to identify, develop and implement solutions in the SAP EAM PM domain to address gaps to meet the needs of the business.
Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to deliver high profile activities to tight timescales.
Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment.
Strong stakeholder management skills
Strong presentation skills
Must be able to be able to plan and manage own workload (self-directing) with minimal. oversight, escalating where necessary to address potential risks or resolve issues
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 8 years of experience in SAP EAM, with at least 3 years in a lead or management role
Deep understanding of SAP EAM functionality, including Plant Maintenance, Quality Management, and Inventory Management
Strong knowledge of industry best practices, such as ISO 55000 and PAS 55
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements and design solutions
Experience with SAP EAM configuration, customization, and integration with other SAP modules
Strong understanding of data migration, data validation, and data cleansing principles
Experience with testing methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing
Ability to lead and mentor junior team members
Strong project management skills, with experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Certification in SAP EAM or a related field is a plus
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Previous experience delivering SAP solutions while working for a professional services consulting organisation will be highly valued.
Has implemented globally designed template solutions into a regional (subsidiary) market.
Team lead or project management aspirations in combination with a strong drive to develop as a functional consultant.
Ambition, excellent leadership skills and a talent for building successful client relationships will be highly valued.
Experience with other SAP modules, such as SAP ERP, SAP CRM, or SAP SCM
Knowledge of agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban
Experience with cloud-based SAP EAM solutions, such as SAP Cloud for Asset Management
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, such as Jenkins or Git
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