In Rizing, as the functional lead, the Senior Consultant owns and runs the deliverables within the OTC/SD functional area.
The individual would lead the module, managing the OTC/SD stream as a small project and be responsible for the overall delivery of the work within OTC/SD functional area, with high client satisfaction, while managing a team of consultants, both from onsite (EU based) and offshore. The Lead Consultant is responsible for driving the discussions related to the “To-Be” business process finalisation, helping to resolve any process related and/or technical issues. During the discussions, it is expected to follow the “Why Not” approach, by challenging the process flows of the client and ensure that the “To-Be” process flows adhere to or are closer to the industry practices within the Fashion space. He/she should work to identify the potential Gaps that may exist, and define the best fit solution related to the business process as well as the technical set up in the SAP system. The Lead Consultant will be involved in preparing the detailed level plan for the OTC/SD functional area as well as working with the Project Leadership team in developing and finalizing the overall integrated master project plan. The Lead Consultant would also be involved in and providing the needed input related to Data Migration, Testing, Training, Cutover Planning, and Post Go Live activities related to their specific functional areas.
Overall accountable for the successful delivery of the work captured within the OTC/SD functional area on time and in the expected quality
This involves the performing the required configuration and working with the team as well as the clients in finding the right solution
Maintain and expand client’s contact at high levels and be viewed as the trusted advisor to the customer, demonstrating the ability to connect with customers to discuss industry practices and SAP functionality
Take ownership by leading the OTC/SD functional area being responsible for the overall delivery of the work with high client satisfaction
Be the “Go-To” person for the OTC/SD area, while supporting the other colleagues in the team in their deliverables
Assist in the development and implementation of the detailed plan for OTC/SD for the given scope, deliverables, timelines, and resources. This includes supporting team members in the preparation of individual work plans following the appropriate implementation methodology and the tools used in the project
Working with the Project Leadership team in developing and finalizing the overall integrated master project plan
Leading the design workshops and detailed discussions with the customer, in business language, and clearly identifying the requirements
Analysing the customer business processes and define the best fit solution in SAP to run the specific business processes as well as address the pain points
Assigning work and managing the consultants within the stream in the preparation and completion of the Business Process Documents, System configuration along with the Configuration rationale documents, Functional Specifications for RICEFW objects, Functional Unit Testing and related documentation, Test Scenarios and Scripts, Training documentations, Data Migration field mapping documents and any other deliverables within the stream using appropriate implementation methodology and tools used in the project
Be involved in and providing the needed input related to Data Migration, Testing, Training and Cutover Planning, and Post Go Live activities related to their specific functional areas.
Understand customer requirements and assist in upselling additional business by bringing any opportunities to the attention of the Project Leadership team
Continuously develop SAP core skills within the functional and cross-functional expertise and Fashion business as well as domain knowledge
Perform any additional duties commensurate with the role, as and when required by the Project Leadership team
Additional areas of contribution
Formal training/certification in core module of SAP is preferred
Excellent communication skills - verbal and written. Deep proficiency in OTC/SD functional area
Experience in playing lead roles within the OTC/SD functional area
Fluent in English (Proficiency in other languages such as German, Dutch, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese are an added advantage)
Experience in FIORI, working with the apps within the OTC/SD area
Advanced knowledge of Consumer Industries SAP software solutions.
Basic knowledge of project management methodology, to include planning, schedule development, scope, and cost management.
Basic knowledge of project management methodology to include planning, schedule development, and cost management.
Advanced MS Office to include Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Ability to creatively and effectively communicate in writing and verbally to include creating presentations, marketing collateral, etc.
Ability to manage time, handle multiple activities/projects, and shift priorities with a high degree of attention to detail.