**Federal Project - Applicant must be a United States Citizen with Active or Interim Secret Clearance**
Baer is looking for an SAP Procurement Consultant for a 12-month Federal remote project.
Title: SAP Procurement Consultant Location: Remote Duration: 12+ months Alignment: W2 or C2C (Vendors Not Permitted)
Project Overview:
Our client is leading the technical upgrade of their critical Financial and Procurement systems for a major branch of the Department of Defense (DoD), transitioning from SAP ECC to S/4 HANA. The project focuses on a fit-to-standard approach, minimizing customizations and aligning with S/4 HANA's standard configuration. Key efforts include defining requirements for the upgrade and supporting business process re-engineering.
Description:
We are seeking an experienced SAP Procurement Consultant to support the fit-to-standard evaluation and process alignment for procurement and inventory management. Responsibilities include:
Analyzing and optimizing end-to-end procurement processes, including requisitioning, purchase orders, vendor management, and invoicing, ensuring compliance with federal government policies and regulations.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to conduct fit-to-standard workshops, identifying gaps and optimizing processes with minimal customization.
Configuring and enhancing SAP MM (Materials Management) modules to streamline procurement activities and improve inventory management efficiency.
Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements, identify process gaps, and develop solutions that leverage S/4 HANA best practices.
Supporting the integration of procurement processes with other modules such as Finance (FI).
Conducting data analysis and reporting to optimize procurement strategies, improve supply chain visibility, and support decision-making processes.
Providing expertise in inventory management, including stock levels, inventory turnover, and material forecasting to ensure readiness and cost optimization.
Leading testing, training, and change management activities for procurement processes to ensure a smooth transition to S/4 HANA.
Requirements:
5+ years of hands-on experience of SAP Procurement experience with a strong focus on end-to-end procurement processes and inventory management.
9+ years of relevant SAP experience including 6 years of experience leading business systems modernization/sustainment and related projects.
Proven experience with S/4 HANA implementations, particularly in procurement and inventory optimization.
In-depth knowledge of SAP MM module and its integration with other SAP Finance modules.
Strong understanding of fit-to-standard methodologies and their application in public sector projects, preferably in federal or defense environments.
Demonstrated ability to configure and optimize procurement workflows, including vendor management, sourcing, and contract management.
Proficiency in analyzing procurement data, generating actionable insights, and improving process efficiency.
Bachelor's Degree in appropriate technical field from an accredited institution. An additional (2) years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Professional IT Certification - CISA (or similar) or Certification in one or more relevant SAP Modules.
Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Public Sector, or government regulated industry experience (i.e.: Aerospace & Defense) experience required.
Interim or Active Secret Clearance Required.
Company Overview:
Baer is an Enterprise Performance Partner providing job opportunities with several 1st Tier Global Systems Integrators and a wide array of Fortune 1000 clients. Baer consultants and employees enjoy access to the highest profile job opportunities across leading Enterprise Technology Solutions ranging from Digital Transformation programs utilizing the latest technologies from SAP and Oracle to a wide range of emerging Cloud based infrastructure, application and AI related solutions.
At Baer we aim to provide a best-in-class engagement experience for our consultants. Our job requirements are carefully vetted and are typically associated with pivotal programs offering tremendous opportunities to expand your skills leveraging the latest solutions.
Baer is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran.
