SAP HANA Project Specialist

Gainesville, Georgia

IMS Gear SE and Co. KGaA
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Job overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SAP Specialist to support the migration from SAP R/3 ERP to SAP S/4HANA. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing the current SAP R/3 environment, coordinating technical and functional requirements, and ensuring a seamless transition to the S/4HANA platform. This role is critical to ensuring business continuity, data integrity, and process optimization throughout the upgrade.

Responsibilities
  • Lead or support the planning, design, and execution of the SAP R/3 to S/4HANA upgrade project
  • Analyze the current SAP R/3 landscape, identify gaps, and define transformation strategies
  • Collaborate with business process owners, SAP functional consultants, and developers to align migration efforts with business needs
  • Coordinate and perform system assessments, data migrations, sandbox and test conversions
  • Participate in Fit/Gap analysis, system configuration, and testing activities
  • Develop and document technical specifications and integration strategies
  • Support custom code remediation, simplification item analysis, and Fiori app activation
  • Ensure data consistency, integrity, and accuracy throughout the migration process
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during migration and testing
  • Provide post-go-live support and optimization for the S/4HANA environment
  • Maintain documentation of project progress, decisions, and key system changes.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in SAP project management
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale SAP projects, migrations, or greenfield/brownfield implementations.
  • Strong understanding of SAP modules (e.g., FI/CO, MM, SD, PP) and their integration
  • Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and tools (SUM, DMO, ATC, etc.)
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • SAP certification(s) in S/4HANA preferred
Work Environment
  • Office-based work environment with occasional travel required to IMS Gear sister locations (domestic and international).
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven atmosphere with a strong emphasis on collaboration and cross-functional coordination.
  • Frequent interaction with executive leadership, technical teams, and external vendors or consulting partners.
  • Exposure to high-stakes decision-making and enterprise-level project execution.
  • Work involves extended use of computers, project management tools, and virtual collaboration platforms.
  • May occasionally require after-hours availability to support project milestones, global deployments, or urgent issues across time zones.
Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, and video conferencing tools
  • Occasional lifting of materials up to 15 pounds (e.g., laptops, documents)
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for project-related activities
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in person and via phone, video conference, and email
  • Occasional extended hours or evening work may be required to support global teams or meet project deadlines
Benefits
  • Selection of medical plans (Traditional and H.S.A plans available)
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • FSA Medical & FSA Dependent Care
  • Employer paid life and disability insurance
  • Additional voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
  • Voluntary Critical Illness insurance & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401K with employer match up to 6% (with personalized retirement planning assistance)
  • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7

IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

If you are ready to contribute to our success and experience your own wow moments, apply now to be part of the IMS Gear family.
Date Posted: 19 May 2025
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