SAP EWM / TM Functional lead Description

The SAP EWM / TM Functional lead is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, and support of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module to optimize warehouse and logistics operations. This role ensures efficient goods movement, inventory management, and warehouse process execution through SAP EWM. The consultant collaborates with supply chain, logistics, and IT teams to deliver solutions aligned with business needs. This role requires strong integration knowledge with SAP SD, MM, and TM.

Key Responsibilities:

Configure and customize SAP EWM processes (inbound, outbound, internal warehouse processes)

Design and implement solutions for warehouse structure, storage types, and bin management

Manage goods receipt, putaway, picking, packing, and shipping processes

Manage physical inventory and cycle count processes

Integrate EWM with SAP ERP (MM, SD, LE) and external systems

Support RF (Radio Frequency) device integration for warehouse operations

Define and maintain warehouse master data (storage bins, resources, activity areas)

Set up labor management, slotting/rearrangement, and wave management (if applicable)

Configure and support SAP TM functionalities like freight planning and execution (nice to have this experience)

Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide production support

Participate in testing, training, cutover, and go-live activities

Document functional designs, user guides, and standard operating procedures

Research and apply OSS notes as required to resolve issues

Monitor System performance and implement enhancements as needed

Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standard in warehouse management

Develop test plans including test scenarios, executing unit testing, integration testing and end user acceptance

Work with End users resolving day-to-day help requests

Required Skills:

Strong experience in SAP EWM (Decentralized or Embedded) configuration and support

Hands on experience migrating from ECC to S4/Hana

Understanding of warehouse and supply chain business processes

Integration knowledge with SAP MM, SD, and TM modules

Experience with RF framework and warehouse task optimization

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

SAP EWM certification

Experience with S/4HANA advanced EWM and TM

Familiarity with Fiori apps for EWM

Familiarity with ShipERP or other third party logistics integration software

Experience in industries with complex warehousing needs (e.g., retail, automotive, pharma)