SAP S/4HANA Manager Extended Warehouse Management
EY · Amsterdam
SAP S/4HANA Manager Extended Warehouse Management
Do you want to be at the forefront of complex digital transformations and have a passion for SAP? Are you looking for a role at the intersection of business and technology? And do you want to actively contribute to the growth of our SAP Practice through surprising and innovative solutions that we create for and with our clients? Then EY Consulting has the right challenge for you!
The opportunity - What future are you building towards?
As an SAP S/4HANA Extended Warehouse Management Manager, you lead business and technology transformations across warehouse and logistics operations. You translate client objectives into scalable SAP EWM solutions, shape the functional design and integration architecture, and guide delivery from discovery through implementation and stabilization. You act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that solutions align with SAP standards, operational requirements, and the broader S/4HANA landscape. You also contribute to the growth of our SAP Practice by developing propositions, supporting business development, and building EWM capability within the team.
Our team - Do great minds always think alike?
The SAP Competence Center assists organizations in successfully implementing SAP S/4HANA and related SAP applications. The team bridges the gap between business and IT.
The office
Our office in Amsterdam is located on the Zuidas: a bustling area where many companies are based. In our Cross Towers, as many as 1000 people are welcomed daily. Haven't had breakfast yet? Then a special smoothie will be made for you or simply a delicious cappuccino. During lunchtime, the team is ready to serve you a fresh lunch. For a breathtaking view of Amsterdam, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning through the Wavespace. This high-tech environment brings together clients and colleagues virtually worldwide!
Responsibilities – How can you make a lasting impact in a rapidly changing world?
- Leading the design and delivery of SAP S/4HANA EWM solutions for complex warehouse and logistics operations.
- Advising clients on warehouse process optimization, solution architecture, SAP best practices, and integration with S/4HANA and related logistics applications.
- Managing EWM workstreams, including scope, planning, budget, risks, quality, resources, and delivery governance.
- Building trusted relationships with client stakeholders and supporting proposals, solution demonstrations, and business development activities.
- Leading, coaching, and developing consultants while strengthening SAP EWM knowledge and delivery capability within the practice.
Job requirements – Where do you start if you want to change the world?
- Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Information Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of relevant SAP logistics experience in consulting or industry, including significant experience with SAP EWM.
- Experience in multiple full life-cycle SAP implementations, including at least two projects in a leadership role such as EWM stream lead, solution architect, or project manager.
- Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA EWM capabilities, deployment options, integration patterns, and relevant market developments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Dutch is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, including inbound, outbound, internal movements, inventory management, physical inventory, replenishment, and labor and resource management.
- Proven functional knowledge of SAP EWM and its integration with S/4HANA modules such as Materials Management, Sales and Distribution, Production Planning, and Transportation Management.
- Experience designing and delivering integrations between SAP EWM and third-party logistics providers (3PL), including inbound and outbound interfaces, warehouse execution messages, inventory synchronization, monitoring, and exception handling.
- Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Materials Management and end-to-end Procure-to-Pay processes, including purchase requisitioning, sourcing and purchase orders, goods receipt, inventory management, invoice verification, and integration with EWM and Finance.
- Ability to translate business requirements into solution designs, lead fit-to-standard workshops, and guide configuration, testing, deployment, and stabilization.
- An independent, proactive, and flexible work attitude, combined with strong analytical, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel internationally when required.
It is an advantage if you have:
- Hands-on experience with SAP Activate and fit-to-standard delivery methods.
- Experience with advanced EWM capabilities such as automation and material flow integration, wave management, slotting, yard management, labor management, or mobile warehouse execution.
- Experience identifying follow-up opportunities, shaping client proposals, and supporting SAP EWM sales pursuits.
- Experience supervising and coaching junior colleagues and contributing to SAP EWM capability development.
- SAP certification in SAP S/4HANA Extended Warehouse Management and Procurement.
Already interested? Apply now!
Equal opportunities
At EY, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. Our belief is that the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual make our team stronger and more innovative. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued, regardless of age, gender, race, background, sexuality, or any other characteristic that makes you unique.
What we offer – Is everything that counts being counted?
- Vitality: the choice is yours. An online session with an external vitality coach, practical tips on topics such as nutrition, energy, sleep, and mindset and/or a voucher card to rent a padel court.
- Flexible working: you decide where and when you work in consultation with your team. At home, at the office, at the client or from another European country (up to 20 working days per year).
- Home office arrangement: to optimally set up your home office, EY has the following resources available for you: office chair, sit/stand desk, external monitor, desk lamp, (Bluetooth) headset and a large external keyboard.
- Laptop and smartphone: you are entitled to a laptop and smartphone with a business subscription. *Smartphone not applicable to (thesis) interns.
- Salary: in addition to your fixed salary, depending on EY's financial performance, you may be eligible for a bonus. You are also entitled to an expense allowance (depending on the function) and an internet allowance of €40 net per month.
- Time off: you are entitled to 34 vacation days per year when full-time employed.
- Sabbatical: the option to take unpaid leave after consultation.
- Birth leave: EY will pay 100% of the birth leave, in case of an additional birth leave EY will pay 70% of the salary.
- Training and education: EY believes it's important for everyone to always have the opportunity to further develop yourself. We therefore offer you the opportunity to take part in various soft & hard skills training, external courses and/or sign up for an additional education. For example, obtaining an MBA to broaden your skills in Leadership, Business and Tech.
- Mobility: Contribute directly to our ambition to reduce EY's carbon footprint to zero by 2025. With the new scheme you choose the most diverse sustainable options via the EY My Daily Travel app or online environment. Think of the use of lease bicycles, electric shared scooters, electric shared cars, flexible lease cars and various subscriptions for public transport. You can also view your CO2 footprint via the app.
- Bicycle arrangement: finance the purchase cost of your new bicycle from your gross monthly salary (purchase cost amount divided over 12 months) or from your non-statutory holiday entitlement.
- Pension scheme: you will build up a pension capital directly after your start at EY. Each month the available premium amount is transferred for you in an investment account at our pension provider. You will also have the option to build up additional pension capital on a voluntary basis.
For more information about our employment terms, visit our page here.
Recruitment procedure – How can you prepare for a long life together?
The application procedure consists of two interviews and an assessment
Pre-employment screening
Due to laws and regulations, and because EY (and in some cases its clients) has high demands on the reliability and integrity of its employees, every new employee will be screened. Depending on your rank the pre employment screening could contain the following: Certificate of Conduct (in Dutch: VOG) or - if requesting a Dutch VOG is not possible - Criminal Background Check of the country you are currently living or have lived during the last five years, integrity questionnaire, verification of ID, diploma’s and/or work experience and consultation of the Dutch insolvency registry.