SAP Specialist
Advertised as “SAP Specialist (PP_QM)”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
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Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro Group. Its ultimate goal is to provide business services in IT, Finance, HR, and Facilities that are relevant to all business areas across the company. Join our dynamic SAP support team as a SAP Senior Specialist PP/QM for S4 Hana, where you will play a key role in optimizing and maintaining our SAP landscape. As a seasoned professional, you'll leverage your expertise to ensure the smooth functioning of SAP systems, troubleshoot issues, resolving tickets promptly, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
What we offer you
The opportunity to join diverse teams at a global leader in aluminium and renewable energy that is changing the aluminium industry;
A dynamic and creative work environment, with global projects and strong sustainability ambitions;
The opportunity to shape your role and grow your career through professional and personal development;
The chance to be part of a future-focused business and join us on a transformative journey.
What you will be doing
- Provide expert guidance in SAP solutions, focusing on support and maintenance, taking ownership of ticket resolution and troubleshooting complex issues efficiently;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business users and third-party vendors to resolve SAP-related incidents, problems and change requests;
- Perform system analysis, design and enhancements to meet business requirements, including diverse interfaces and integration points;
- Conduct regular system audits and implement preventive measures to enhance system stability and optimize business operations using SAP best practices;
- Lead SAP system upgrades, enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives, supporting and maintaining the clean core initiative;
- Develop and maintain documentation for SAP configurations, processes and procedures, with emphasis on manufacturing processes and integration points.
What will make you successful?
Education
- IT/ Business Degree or Equivalent
Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in a comparable role within SAP (ECC6 / S4 Hana) with hands-on application management;
- Proven track record of extensive and senior-level experience in SAP, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of PP and QM modules, with a history of delivering high-impact solutions in a senior capacity;
- Strong candidates will have knowledge and experience with three or more of the following SAP areas: materials management, procurement, inventory warehouse management, sales operations, logistics, finance and controlling;
- Strong continuous improvement, problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex SAP issues;
- Integration experience integrating SAP with different business systems, especially MES systems, as well as experience working with integration tools;
- Experience in a discrete manufacturing and/or automotive environment is preferred.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams;
- Solid understanding of manufacturing business processes related to the business application(s) concerned;
- Understanding of the technical environment of the business application(s) concerned;
- Advanced English (verbal and written);
- Knowledge of basic project management and change management procedures within IT.
"Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us."
“A job where you matter.”
Applications: Exclusively on Hydro's website until October 23, 2026.
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