Manager, SAP Business Solutions & Data
Blommer Chocolate Company · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
HybridInformation TechnologyFull-time
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver SAP S/4HANA enhancements, projects, and support aligned to approved priorities and governance frameworks
- Translate DBT strategy into executable roadmaps, backlog prioritization, and resource plans
- Ensure delivery meets defined timelines, budgets, and performance targets
- Oversee design, configuration, enhancement, and support across SAP modules (SD, MM, PP, FI/CO)
- Enable end-to-end processes including Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Plan-to-Produce, and Record-to-Report
- Identify and implement improvements to drive efficiency, automation, and process standardization
- Enable SAP data readiness to support reporting, analytics, and downstream integrations
- Drive improvements in data quality, governance compliance, and reporting reliability
- Partner with analytics teams to enhance system usability and decision-support capabilities
- Oversee SAP production support, ensuring SLA adherence, root cause analysis, and system stability
- Maintain system performance and drive continuous improvement in uptime, reliability, and defect reduction
- Lead and develop a high-performing SAP team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
Physical Requirements
- General office environment with extensive computer use
- Requires occasional travel (up to 20%)
Safety, Quality and Hygiene Requirements
- Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and Code of Conduct
- Comply with workplace uniform requirements and safety gear, when on the plant floor v. office
Performance Expectations
- Deliver SAP initiatives on time and within budget, meeting defined throughput and backlog performance targets
- Maintain system stability through SLA adherence, defect reduction, and uptime performance
- Drive measurable improvements in business processes (e.g., cycle time reduction, automation, error reduction)
- Ensure SAP data accuracy and governance compliance supporting critical business operations
- Build and develop a high-performing team with strong cross-functional capabilities
Skills and Work Experience Requirements
- SAP & Technical Expertise:
- 10+ years of experience in SAP S/4HANA and/or ECC supporting end-to-end business processes in manufacturing environments
- Strong experience across SAP modules (SD, MM, PP, FI/CO) with integrated process design
- Experience delivering full lifecycle SAP implementations (design, build, test, deploy, support)
- Experience with SAP integration, data migration, and system interoperability
- Leadership & Delivery Experience:
- Proven ability to lead SAP delivery teams and manage competing priorities across projects and support
- Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering initiatives on time and within budget
- Experience driving continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
- Business & Industry Knowledge:
- Solid understanding of manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and financial operations
- Experience supporting SAP within multi-site or complex operational environments
- Core Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence and communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders
- Proven leadership, team development, and coaching capabilities
- Technical Tools:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with reporting and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI or SAP Analytics Cloud) preferred
- Certifications Required:
- SAP S/4HANA Business Process Integration certification (or equivalent experience)
- At least one SAP functional certification (SD, MM, PP, FI, or equivalent)
- Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
- Preferred:
- SAP Activate Project Manager or S/4HANA System Conversion certification
- Multiple SAP functional certifications across modules
- Experience or certification in SAP integration or enterprise architecture
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Career Progression:
- Opportunities for advancement aligned with IT leadership career paths within Blommer
- Growth driven by demonstrated performance, leadership capability, and functional expertise
- 155K-185K
- Health, Dental & Vision- eligibility begins day 1 of hire!
- 401(K)
- Pet insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- 10 pounds of free chocolate for your birthday
- Blommer Chocolate Company does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
- This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.