SAP Lead - Global Automotive

SKF has been around for more than a century and we are one of the world’s largest suppliers of bearing and related services and solutions for rotating equipment. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement in vehicles, SKF’s solutions may be used. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. 

Recently, we in Automotive have demonstrated the significant value that focus, and dedication can bring to SKF and its shareholders. Separating the automotive business will allow for a more precise concentration on unique opportunities to upgrade customer satisfaction, speed up development, and boost performance and market presence. A more tailored, leaner Automotive business model will further strengthen its competitive advantage and capture additional profitable growth opportunities, while at the same time accelerating its profitability transformation. In consequence, we are now addressing key enablers for improved profitability and customer experience by digitizing supply chains, sales processes, and project management.

As an independent company, the automotive industry faces increasing competition, complexity, and regulation. A robust, efficient, and standardized IT environment can be a strategic advantage by improving transparency, agility, customer satisfaction and loyalty. It enables faster and smarter decision-making, better quality control, and reduced costs and risks. 

Creating value for customers and society has always been at the core of what we do. Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion? 

Our Automotive Global Digitalization & Processes, PMO & Quality team is now looking for a highly motivated colleague to join us, as

SAP Lead – GLOBAL AUTOMOTIVE

Recently, we in Automotive could demonstrate how much more value there is to SKF and shareholders with focus & dedication. In believing there is even more potential, we are about to tackle some key enablers for improved profitability and customer experience by digitizing supply chains, sales processes, and project management.
 
For the automotive industry, which faces increasing competition, complexity, and regulation, an ERP system can be a strategic advantage that enables faster and smarter decision-making, better-quality control, and reduced costs and risks. Hence, to achieve greater efficiency, transparency, and agility, as well as improve customer satisfaction and loyalty, SKF Automotive needs to functions and processes from Sales to Production.
 
In this context, we are looking for a SAP Lead who will own the implementation and integration of SAP S/4HANA as the core ERP system for automotive. The SAP Lead will work closely with the business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of the project within the scope, budget, and timeline. The SAP Lead will also oversee the change management, training, and communication activities related to the ERP transformation.

We expect you to have/be

• Build the SAP team for Automotive 
• Establish and maintain effective governance and communication structures, and ensure compliance with SKF's policies and standards
• Coordinate and collaborate with the business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners to define the business requirements, configure the system, test the solution, and manage the data migration and cutover activities
• Providing technical expertise and guidance on SAP best practices
• Direct the end-to-end implementation and integration of SAP S/4HANA as the core ERP system for automotive, covering business functions and processes from Sales to Production
• Define and conduct the change management, training, and communication plans to ensure the successful adoption and utilization of the new ERP system by the end-users
• Provide post-go-live support and monitor the system performance, quality, and user feedback and trouble-shoot and resolve issues related to SAP system
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities and best practices to optimize the ERP system functionality and efficiency as well as manage system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.

 
We are looking for people who have:

• A can-do, hands-on, dynamic personality that promotes a positive culture and teamwork within international and multicultural teams
• Leadership competencies & ability to develop IT strategies 
• The ability to communicate timely and effectively
• A high motivation for developing great user experiences in a global environment
• Willingness to travel, if needed, for specific activities
• About 3-5 years of experience with SAP as well as respective design & deployment projects
• Communication, facilitation, and collaboration are your strength - you feel comfortable coordinating independently the collaboration of larger senior stakeholder groups and project teams
• A self-driven, independent, efficient and responsible working style
• Good negotiation and presentation skills on all levels in a large organization
• Knowledge and experience in project management, process modeling, data modeling and systems analysis

 
Nice if you have

• SAP certifications
• Experience in one of the following functional domains: Sales, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering or Customer Project management
• Leading teams

At SKF we are committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

You will enjoy working here if you…
…are a communicative team member with the ability to coach and engage others to changes
…are open to new opportunities in a global environment
…like working across cultures and borders

Additional information
The position holder will be based in one of the major Automotive locations or remote (preferred Europe). As most of the programs will have an EMEA focus, time zone implications are to be acknowledged. 

The role is reporting to Automotive Global Digitalization & Process, PMO and Quality Director.

For information and questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Katrin Edelmann, Recruitment Expert, at katrin.edelmann@skf.com. 

Please note that we can't accept applications via email, due to GDPR.

Is this you?
If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please submit your application with resumé in English no later than 2024-11-3. 

Please note that we can't accept applications via email, due to GDPR.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.

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