Job Title: SAP Application Lead
Location: Irvine, CA
Work Style: Hybrid
Work Hours: M-F 8-5
Salary Range：up to 100K+bonus
Overview
A U.S.-based company with global operations is seeking an experienced SAP Application Lead to support an ongoing SAP S/4HANA implementation and serve as the primary operational owner after go-live. This role leads IT-related workstreams, collaborates closely with external vendors and internal stakeholders, and ensures stable, compliant operation of SAP and related systems. The position offers a balance of hands-on system operations, project coordination, vendor management, and long-term system ownership.
Key Responsibilities
SAP Implementation & Project Support
- Lead IT-related coordination and workstreams during the SAP S/4HANA implementation
- Collaborate with external partners and internal users to manage system activities
- Support project coordination tasks including documentation, follow-up actions, and stakeholder communication
Application Operations
- Serve as the primary operational lead for SAP S/4HANA (SD/MM/FI/CO coordination level)
- Manage IBP planning cycles, scheduled jobs, and basic master data synchronization
- Monitor EDI/IDoc workflows and perform initial troubleshooting prior to vendor escalation
- Coordinate RPA bot operations, updates, and issue resolution with automation vendors
Change Management & Controls
- Manage issue triage, enhancements, testing, and application changes
- Maintain SOPs, operational documentation, and application runbooks
- Lead IT General Controls (ITGC) activities including access reviews and change management coordination
- Prepare documentation for SOX / J-SOX audits
Vendor & Budget Management
- Manage relationships with IT vendors and review service deliverables
- Track IT spending, review vendor invoices, and support the annual IT budget process
Minimum Qualifications
- 3–6 years of experience supporting SAP ERP (ECC and/or S/4HANA)
- Solid understanding of SAP SD, MM, or FI/CO business processes
- Hands-on experience participating in SAP implementation projects
- Experience coordinating IT projects, system enhancements, and vendor management
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with SOX / J-SOX IT General Controls
- Experience working in multi-system, integrated environments
- Exposure to EDI/IDoc, IBP, and/or RPA systems
- Japanese language skills