SAP SD Lead Consultant

Company Description Smartedge Solutions is a globally recognized technology firm established in 2005, headquartered in London with 15 offices worldwide. The company provides a full range of IT services and professional recruitment services across Europe, with strong expertise in IT and engineering domains. Smartedge leverages an extensive, authenticated network of over 100,000 consultants to deliver tailored and effective solutions. The organization focuses on enhancing client performance and competitiveness through its “SMART” solutions brand promise. Team members join a collaborative, international environment that values innovation and measurable results.Role Description This full-time SAP SD Lead Consultant role is based in Whitley / Leamington Spa in a hybrid working model, combining on-site collaboration with some work-from-home flexibility. The role involves leading SAP SD solution design, configuration, and implementation, ensuring that sales and distribution processes are optimized to meet business requirements. Daily responsibilities include gathering and analyzing requirements, mapping business processes to SAP SD functionalities, and providing expert consulting guidance to stakeholders. The consultant will coordinate with cross-functional SAP teams, manage change requests, support integration with related modules and EDI interfaces, and oversee testing and documentation. Ongoing tasks include resolving complex incidents, mentoring junior consultants, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance and user experience.QualificationsYour ProfileEssential skills/knowledge/experience:10+ years of SAP consulting experience with focus on Automotive Aftermarket or Aftersales processes. Strong understanding of automotive service parts management and distribution. Experience with SAP S/4HANA Automotive solutions and aftermarket business processes. Experience integrating SAP Aftermarket solutions with SD, MM, EWM, and Finance. Ability to lead business workshops and manage stakeholder expectations. Strong functional design and testing experience. Experience supporting global rollouts and transformation programmes. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Experience working within automotive manufacturing environments. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: SAP Vehicle Management System (VMS) experience. SAP Service Management (CS/SM) experience. SAP Dealer Business Management (DBM) knowledge. SAP S/4HANA Automotive industry solution experience. SAP Activate methodology and Agile delivery experience.