SAP S4 HANA SD / GTS Lead

Job Title

SAP S/4HANA Transformation – SD / GTS Lead

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced  SAP S/4HANA SD / GTS Lead to lead  Sales & Distribution (SD) and  Global Trade Services (GTS) workstreams in large-scale  SAP S/4HANA transformation projects . The role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of order-to-cash, compliance, and cross-border trade processes, ensuring alignment with SAP S/4HANA best practices and regulatory requirements.

The SD / GTS Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross-functional SAP teams to drive a successful transformation across sales, logistics, billing, and global trade compliance.

Key Responsibilities

S/4HANA SD / GTS Workstream Leadership

• Lead  SD and GTS workstreams in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition).
• Own end-to-end  Order-to-Cash (O2C) and  Global Trade Compliance processes.
• Act as the primary escalation point for SD and GTS-related topics.

Solution Design & Delivery

• Drive solution design and hands-on configuration for:
  • SAP SD : Sales Orders, Pricing, Deliveries, Billing, Credit Management (FSCM)
  • SAP GTS : Compliance Management, Customs Management, Preference Management, Trade Agreements
• Ensure adoption of  S/4HANA SD simplifications , Fiori apps, and embedded analytics.
• Design and govern  SD–GTS integration for embargo checks, export controls, customs processing, and duty calculation.

S/4HANA Transformation Activities

• Lead  Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and business process harmonization.
• Assess and manage  custom code (RICEFW) impacts for SD and GTS in S/4HANA.
• Guide  Business Partner (BP) conversion and customer master data harmonization.

Integration & Cross-Module Coordination

• Coordinate closely with  MM, WM/EWM, TM, PP, and FI/CO teams.
• Ensure seamless integration across  Order-to-Cash, Logistics, Finance, and Trade Compliance processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, middleware) for interfaces and enhancements.

Testing, Cutover & Go-Live

• Lead  unit testing, SIT, UAT , and defect management for SD and GTS.
• Own  cutover planning for open sales orders, deliveries, billing, and trade data.
• Provide  go-live and hypercare support , ensuring business continuity and compliance.

Governance & Team Leadership

• Ensure adherence to  SAP Activate methodology , project standards, and documentation.
• Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
• Mentor SD and GTS consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP SD / GTS Expertise

• 10–12+ years of SAP experience with strong hands-on expertise in:
  • SAP SD (Order-to-Cash)
  • SAP GTS (Compliance, Customs, Preference Management)
• At least 2–3 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a Lead role.
• Strong understanding of  global trade regulations and compliance processes .

S/4HANA & Trade Compliance Knowledge

• Experience with:
  • S/4HANA SD simplifications and FSCM Credit Management
  • SAP GTS integration with S/4HANA
  • Export controls, embargo checks, and customs declarations
• Exposure to  GTS Edition for S/4HANA is highly desirable.

Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage.

Leadership & Delivery Skills

• Proven experience leading SD / GTS delivery in large SAP programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working in  global onshore–offshore and multi-country environments .

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP S/4HANA certification in SD and/or GTS
• Experience with  SAP Activate methodology
• Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Life Sciences, Retail, or Consumer Goods
• Exposure to  SAP TM, EWM, or Advanced ATP is a plus

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into SAP solutions
• Mentoring and coaching mindset
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills

Location & Work Model

• Location: As per project requirements
• Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)