SAP S/4HANA Sales & Distribution and Global Trade Services Lead

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)

Experience Level

Senior Level