Senior SAP Techno-functional Last Mile Distribution SME - Remoteemote

Job Description

SAP S/4 - LMD (Last Mile Distribution) Lead SME and/or Techno-functional Consultant - 100% Remote

Job Description

Job Title: SAP S/4 - LMD (Last Mile Distribution) Lead SME and/or Techno-functional Consultant

Location: Fully Remote - working MST Time Zone

Start Date: Immediate Start

Job Type: 6 Month Contract

Company Introduction

The SAP DSD - S4HANA LMD Consultant role is a critical position that focuses on configuring, deploying, and managing SAP ERP systems, particularly with an emphasis on SAP SD, SAP LE, and SAP DSD modules. This position requires a deep understanding of the integration of these modules with handheld solutions, which are essential for effective go-to-market strategies. The consultant will be responsible for ensuring that the SAP systems are tailored to meet the specific needs of the organization, particularly in the consumer goods industry, with a preference for candidates who have experience in the food and beverage sector. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in SAP ERP, with at least 4 years specifically in SAP S/4HANA. Hands-on experience with various SAP DSD models, such as Pre-Seller routes, Delivery Drivers, Van sales, and Mixed routes, is essential. The consultant will also be tasked with setting up SAP Master data, including Customers, Routes, Visit plans, Tasks, and Activities for DSD routes. This role involves mapping order capture processes, managing the provisioning of goods or services on routes, and handling returns of finished products, empties, free goods, and exchanges. Additionally, the consultant will need to possess a good working knowledge of pricing agreements and route settlement processes. Knowledge of integration with mobile devices, warehouse systems, and advanced transportation systems for route planning, load building, route execution, and settlement is also required. Strong leadership skills, including planning, organization, prioritization, and collaboration, are necessary to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and to work flexible hours based on varying business requirements is also crucial.

Responsibilities

Configure, deploy, and manage SAP ERP systems with a focus on SAP SD, SAP LE, and SAP DSD modules.

Integrate SAP DSD modules with handheld solutions for effective go-to-market strategies.

Set up SAP Master data including Customers, Routes, Visit plans, Tasks, and Activities for DSD routes.

Map order capture processes and manage the provisioning of goods or services on routes.

Handle returns of finished products, empties, free goods, and exchanges.

Maintain a good working knowledge of pricing agreements and route settlement processes.

Integrate mobile devices, warehouse systems, and advanced transportation systems for route planning and execution.

Demonstrate leadership skills in planning, organization, prioritization, and collaboration.

Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Requirements

8+ years of experience configuring, deploying, and managing SAP ERP systems.

4+ years of experience in SAP S/4HANA preferred.

Hands-on experience with various SAP DSD models such as Pre-Seller routes, Delivery Drivers, Van sales, and Mixed routes.

Experience in setting up SAP Master data for DSD routes.

Knowledge of order capture, management, and provisioning of goods or services on routes.

Good working knowledge of pricing agreements and route settlement processes.

Knowledge of integration with mobile devices and warehouse systems.

Nice-to-haves

Experience in the Consumer Goods Industry, particularly in the food and beverage sector.

Demonstrated leadership skills.

Ability to work flexible hours based on business requirements

Requirements

SAP S/4HANA DSD (Direct Store Delivery) and LMD (Last Mile Distribution) are two related solutions within SAP's broader logistics suite, designed to optimize distribution processes, particularly for consumer goods and retail industries. DSD focuses on delivering goods directly to end customers (like retailers) bypassing traditional distribution centers, while LMD focuses on the final stage of delivery, including route planning, execution, and settlement.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

SAP S/4HANA DSD (Direct Store Delivery):

Core Function:

DSD involves delivering goods directly from the supplier to the retailer's store, without going through a central warehouse or distribution center.

Key Features:

Route Planning: Optimizing delivery routes for drivers, including presales visits, deliveries of ordered goods, and van sales.

Mobile Applications: Using mobile apps on Android and Windows Mobile devices for sales and distribution activities offline.

Integration: Integrating with SAP S/4HANA SD (Sales and Distribution) and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) for seamless data flow.

Visit Control: Managing and planning customer visits, including strategic planning of visit plans and operational planning of visit lists.

Web-based Monitoring: Monitoring tour status and performing administrative actions from a web browser.

Custom Reports: Creating and exporting custom reports for mobile users, such as delivery reports or presettlement reports.

Benefits:

Increased efficiency, reduced inventory costs, better customer satisfaction, and real-time inventory visibility.

SAP S/4HANA LMD (Last Mile Distribution):

Core Function:

LMD focuses on the final stage of delivery, from the warehouse/distribution center to the end customer.

Key Features:

Route Planning and Execution: Optimizing delivery routes, including route tracking, execution, and settlement.

Inventory Management: Real-time inventory visibility and control through route stock management.

Freight Orders: Utilizing freight orders for LMD to manage transportation costs and scheduling.

Settle Route Data: Settling route data and generating reports.

SAP Fiori Apps: Providing Fiori apps for route tracking, execution, settlement, and analytics.

Benefits:

Streamlined delivery process, improved customer satisfaction, and reduced costs associated with the final mile.

Relationship between DSD and LMD:

DSD and LMD are both part of SAP S/4HANA's logistics suite, but they address different stages of the delivery process.

DSD can be seen as a specific type of LMD, where the last mile is also the direct route to the customer (retail store).

LMD can also include deliveries from distribution centers to retailers, but DSD focuses on direct deliveries.

In summary, DSD focuses on direct deliveries to retail stores, while LMD encompasses the broader process of optimizing the final stage of delivery, including route planning, execution, and settlement, which can include DSD scenarios.

Fully remote