SAP EWM / IM Functional Consultant

Job Description This is a remote position. Engage directly with business stakeholders (warehouse operations, supply chain, field operations, inventory management) to gather, document, and validate business requirements Author Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Design Documents (FDDs), and Configuration Design Documents (CDDs) for IM and EWM scope Conduct fit-gap analysis between current-state warehouse and inventory processes and SAP S/4HANA standard capabilities Define the functional design for inbound, outbound, internal, and inventory counting processes across IM-managed and EWM-managed warehouses Design integration touch points between SAP EWM/IM and third-party systems (e.g. Maximo, MMA, STORMS, external WMS, transportation management, field mobility platforms) Configuration and Build Configure SAP S/4HANA Embedded EWM including warehouse structure (warehouse numbers, storage types, sections, bins, activity areas), putaway and stock removal strategies, wave management, resource and queue management, replenishment rules, and RF/mobile transaction framework Configure SAP S/4HANA IM including plant and storage location setup, movement types, goods receipt/issue processing, physical inventory, batch management, and stock transfer processing Configure the IM-to-EWM integration layer including distribution model, RFC connectivity, logical system assignments, and qRFC queue management Design and configure integration interfaces with third-party systems — defining message formats, field mappings, transformation rules, error handling, and monitoring requirements in collaboration with the integration and technical teams Testing and Validation Develop Functional Unit Test (FUT) scripts for all configuration and RICEFW objects with detailed test scenarios, expected results, and traceability to functional design Execute and support FUT, System Integration Testing (SIT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) cycles Investigate and resolve functional defects, data issues, and integration failures during all testing phases Validate end-to-end warehouse processes on RF/mobile devices including putaway, picking, packing, goods issue, physical inventory, and stock transfers Integration and Interface Management Own the functional design of interfaces between SAP IM/EWM and external systems — including file-based batch interfaces, API-based real-time integrations, and IDoc/middleware (SAP Integration Suite, MuleSoft) message flows Define validation rules, error handling logic, exception notification requirements, and rerun/recovery procedures for each interface Collaborate with the integration team on SAP Integration Suite iFlow design, message mapping, and monitoring setup Support the technical team in translating functional requirements into technical specifications for custom ABAP, CDS views, OData services, and enhancement implementations Data Migration and Conversion Define functional requirements for data migration of warehouse master data (product master, storage bins, warehouse structure) and inventory stock loading Support stock conversion activities for EWM stock upload and LSMW/Migration Cockpit for batch master and material master loading Define and execute reconciliation procedures (EWM vs S/4HANA stock checks, count comparisons) to validate data migration completeness and accuracy Cutover and Go-Live Support Participate in cutover planning and dress rehearsal activities for the IM and EWM workstream Support go-live execution including final stock load, reconciliation sign-off, first MRP run, and warehouse operations readiness confirmation Provide hypercare support post go-live — monitoring interfaces, resolving functional issues, and supporting business users during stabilisation Team Coordination and Governance Coordinate with offshore and onshore functional, technical, and integration team members to ensure delivery alignment Track risks, dependencies, and action items for the IM/EWM workstream and escalate blockers proactively Participate in programme governance forums including design authority reviews, status reporting, and issue resolution meetings REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 9+ years of SAP EWM functional experience including at least one full-cycle S/4HANA implementation or ECC-to-S/4HANA migration Strong hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA Embedded EWM configuration — warehouse structure, process types, putaway/picking strategies, wave management, RF framework, and resource management Solid understanding of SAP S/4HANA Inventory Management — goods movements, stock types, batch management, physical inventory, and material valuation Experience designing and supporting interfaces between SAP and third-party systems (WMS, field mobility, work order management, transportation) Familiarity with SAP Integration Suite, MuleSoft, or SAP PI/PO middleware for interface design Strong documentation skills — ability to author clear, structured BRDs, FDDs, CDDs, and FUT scripts Experience working in large-scale programme environments with multiple workstreams, offshore/onshore delivery models, and formal governance PREFERRED SKILLS Experience with utilities, energy, or asset-intensive industries Knowledge of SAP PM/EAM integration with EWM (work order-driven material demand) Experience with ITS Mobile / RF device configuration for warehouse floor operations Familiarity with SAP MRP (MRP Live, special procurement keys, stock transfer requisitions) Experience with batch management and shelf-life handling in EWM ABAP debugging awareness for functional troubleshooting