SAP EWM Architect/Lead (Contract, Outside IR35)

Job Description

Our client, a Global IT Services organisation is delivering a greenfield SAP S/4HANA programme with Embedded EWM for a Consumer Goods business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to be involved throughout the full project life cycle.

Duration: 6 months initial contract

Start: ASAP

Location: London, hybrid working

Rate: Based on experience, outside IR35

Key responsibilities

• Own the functional solution architecture for Embedded EWM on S/4HANA across inbound, internal and outbound warehouse processes.
• Translate business requirements into a scalable warehouse design, including warehouse structure, storage types, bins and process flows.
• Produce and sign off functional specifications, solution design documents and configuration guides.
• Configure core EWM functionality and guide other functional consultants on build.
• Design integration points with S/4HANA modules such as MM, SD, PP and QM, plus any third-party systems.
• Define RF and mobile processes for Warehouse Operatives.
• Act as design authority: review changes, manage scope and keep the solution close to SAP standard.

Essential skills and experience

• Strong functional SAP EWM experience, with time spent at architect or lead level.
• Hands-on experience with Embedded EWM on S/4HANA.
• Deep knowledge of core EWM processes: goods receipt, putaway strategies, picking, packing, wave management, replenishment, physical inventory and goods issue.
• Solid understanding of EWM integration with MM, SD and other S/4HANA modules.
• Experience configuring RF frameworks for warehouse mobile devices.
• Proven ability to run design workshops and challenge business requirements.
• Experience writing functional specifications and working with technical (ABAP) teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, comfortable with both warehouse floor and senior leadership.