SAP MM Supply Chain Procurement Expert

KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. Role : SAP MM Supply Chain Procurement Expert/Architect: Location : Remote 10-15 % Travel to CA Roles and Responsibilities Core Responsibilities 1. System Design and Architecture - Design and implement SAP Procurement and Logistic fulfilment functionalities - Develop system architecture aligned with business processes - Ensure integration with other SAP Project Systems 2. Sub-Contracting and Sourcing Expertise - Configure and optimize sub-contracting processes - Implement sourcing strategies within SAP - Integrate sub-contracting with overall project management 3. Process Optimization - Analyze and improve end-to-end procurement processes - Streamline sub-contracting workflows - Enhance efficiency in project-related sourcing activities 4. Configuration and Customization - Set up and configure SAP MM module - Customize SAP functionalities to meet specific business requirements - Implement best practices in project systems and procurement 5. Integration Management - Ensure seamless integration between material documents and other modules - Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Production, etc.) - Manage interfaces with external systems if required Specific Areas of Expertise Purchase Requisition - Configure and optimize the creation and processing of purchase requisitions - Implement approval workflows and controls - Integrate requisitions with project structures and WBS elements Purchase Order - Design and implement purchase order processes - Configure PO types, fields, and controls specific to project-related procurement - Ensure proper linkage between POs, projects, and sub-contracting processes Goods Receipt/Goods Issue (GR/GI) - Set up GR/GI processes for project materials and services - Implement proper valuation and accounting for project-related goods movements - Configure special GR/GI scenarios for sub-contracted items Serialization - Implement serialization for project-specific materials - Configure tracking of serialized components through sub-contracting processes - Ensure proper handling of serialized items in GR/GI transactions Sub-Contracting Specific Tasks - Configure sub-contracting scenarios in SAP - Implement processes for providing materials to sub-contractors - Set up proper costing and valuation for sub-contracted work Additional Responsibilities 1. Training and Support - Provide training to end-users on SAP PS and related procurement functions - Offer ongoing support and troubleshooting 2. Documentation - Maintain comprehensive system and process documentation - Create user guides and standard operating procedures 3. Continuous Improvement - Stay updated with SAP enhancements and new features - Propose and implement system improvements - Conduct regular process reviews and optimizations 4. Project Management - Participate in or lead SAP implementation/upgrade projects - Manage timelines, resources, and deliverables for MM/PS-related initiatives 5. Stakeholder Management - Liaise with business users to understand requirements - Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders - Provide regular updates and reports to management