Sap Manufacturing Functional Lead

Company Overview

Lennox International Inc. (LII) is a global leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions. Dedicated to sustainability and creating comfortable and healthier environments for our residential and commercial customers while reducing their carbon footprint, we lead the field in innovation with our air conditioning, heating, indoor air quality, and refrigeration systems.

 

Heatcraft Worldwide Refrigeration is a long-standing leader in commercial refrigeration, providing climate-control solutions to customers in more than 70 countries.

 

Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Stone Mountain and Tifton, Georgia, produce evaporators, condensers, compressor racks, and other top-quality refrigeration products for their five market-leading brands: Bohn, Larkin, Climate Control, Chandler, and InterLink.

 

Heatcraft products are primarily used to preserve food and other perishables in supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, warehouses, and distribution centers, in addition to other applications such as data centers, pharmaceuticals, and industrial process cooling.

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

 

As the SAP Manufacturing Functional Lead, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing and enhancing our manufacturing operations by effectively utilizing SAP modules. You will serve as the subject matter expert in various SAP modules, including MM (Materials Management), PP (Production Planning), IM (Inventory Management), and EWM (Extended Warehouse Management). Your primary responsibility will be to architect and provide strategic direction for the seamless integration and functioning of these modules to support our manufacturing processes, with a particular focus on Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Configure-to-Order (CTO) concepts.

 

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

 

• Solution Architecture: Develop and articulate comprehensive SAP solutions to enhance manufacturing processes, with a deep understanding of ETO and CTO concepts, ensuring alignment with business goals and requirements.
• Module Expertise: Leverage your extensive expertise (minimum 7 years) in at least one of the following modules: MM, PP, or EWM to guide and lead the design, configuration, customization, and implementation of these modules across the factory.
• Integration Management: Ensure effective integration of SAP modules across manufacturing processes, identifying opportunities for automation, streamlined workflows, and data accuracy.
• Problem Solving: Act as a strategic thinker and problem solver, addressing complex operational issues across various modules, analyzing root causes, and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT staff, end users, and senior management, to understand business needs, gather requirements, and translate them into effective SAP solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations by staying abreast of SAP advancements, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Change Management: Lead change management efforts related to SAP implementations and upgrades, ensuring smooth transitions and supporting end users.
• Training and Education: Educate and mentor team members, business users, and stakeholders on SAP capabilities, workflows, and best practices.
• Project Leadership: Assume a leadership role in managing projects focusing on module enhancements, process optimization, and integration across the factory.

 

Qualifications

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred in a relevant field.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in SAP modules, specifically MM, PP, or EWM, with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and concepts such as ETO and CTO.
• Proven experience in solution architecture, demonstrating the ability to design end-to-end solutions that drive operational efficiencies.
• Strong problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to address complex challenges across multiple SAP modules.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels, from end users to senior management.
• Prior experience in project management, change management, and leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives and staying current with SAP trends and technologies.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of SAP modules, manufacturing processes, and related concepts.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions.
• Collaboration: Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Strategic Vision: Forward-thinking approach to align SAP solutions with business strategies.
• Leadership:Capable of leading projects, mentoring team members, and providing direction.
• Change Management: Skillful in managing change and transitions in an SAP environment.

 

This role is an essential part of our manufacturing operations, requiring a seasoned SAP professional with in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, SAP modules, and the ability to drive strategic solutions for operational excellence.  The primary location for this role will be in Stone Mountain, GA, with the expectation of occasional travel to our secondary facility located in Tifton, GA.

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

 

At Lennox, our greatest assets are our employees, and we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development of all, largely promoting from within the organization. This position is ideal for anyone looking for a diverse working environment with long term growth possibilities. This role is designated hybrid. In the office Monday - Thursday, remote on Friday.

 

The Compensation range for this position is approximately $120,000 - $145,000 and will be based on the candidate's qualification, experience, and education.

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BENEFITS:

• Competitive base salary
• Excellent medical plans designed to support healthy lifestyles
• Mental and financial health programs
• Outstanding 401k with company matching
• Employee stock purchase program
• Community involvement opportunities
• Robust employee assistance program
• And much, much more!

 

WE VALUE DIVERSITY:

 

Here at Lennox, we believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our goal is to build workplaces that reflect the communities where we live and work, support the growth and development of each team member as they strive to reach their full potential, and empower them to be their authentic selves. Lennox is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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Employment Type: OTHER