SAP SD Lead Consultant

About Position:We are seeking a highly experienced SAP SD Lead Consultant with 12 to 15 years of expertise in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) across SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong functional leadership capabilities, extensive SAP implementation and AMS experience, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation and global rollout programs.Role: SAP SD Lead ConsultantLocation: PuneExperience: 12 to 15 YearsJob Type: Full Time EmploymentWhat You'll Do:Lead and facilitate requirement discovery workshops with business stakeholders.Drive global template design and process standardization initiatives.Conduct fit-gap analysis and define future-state business processes.Lead SAP SD solution architecture reviews and design governance activities.Oversee system configuration, testing, deployment, and release planning.Manage cutover planning, go-live execution, hypercare, and stabilization activities.Lead ECC to S/4HANA migration and transformation initiatives.Ensure alignment of SAP solutions with business objectives and industry best practices.Lead SAP SD application support and AMS engagements.Govern Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Release ManagementDrive SLA and KPI compliance across support engagements.Manage critical business incidents and escalation handling.Conduct service review meetings and operational governance reviews.Drive continuous service improvement and process optimization initiatives.Ensure high-quality delivery and operational excellence.Lead end-to-end Order-to-Cash (OTC) solution design and implementation.Configure and optimize Sales Order Processing, Advanced Pricing, Rebate Management, Settlement Management, Credit Management, Returns Processing.Intercompany Sales ProcessesCross-Company TransactionsLogistics ExecutionCustomer Fulfilment ProcessesSupport global rollouts and multi-country implementation programs.Identify opportunities for process automation and business transformation.Partner with Sales, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, and Operations teams.Present solution recommendations and transformation roadmaps to leadership.Manage project risks, dependencies, and escalation paths.Coordinate with technical, integration, and infrastructure teams.Support business process optimization and digital transformation initiatives.Ensure delivery milestones and project objectives are achieved successfully.Lead SAP SD functional workstreams across implementation and support programs.Mentor and guide junior consultants and functional teams.Conduct design reviews and ensure quality assurance across deliverables.Support estimation, proposal development, solutioning, and presales activities.Participate in RFP responses and customer presentations.Drive governance reviews, executive reporting, and project health assessments.Expertise You'll Bring:12 to 15 years of SAP SD consulting experience.Strong expertise in Order-to-Cash (OTC), Advanced Pricing, Rebate Processing, Settlement Management, Credit Management, Returns Management, Logistics Execution, Customer FulfillmentIntercompany and Cross-Company ProcessesStrong understanding of end-to-end sales and distribution business processes.Extensive experience with SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA.Hands-on experience in S/4HANA Implementations, S/4HANA Migrations, Global Rollouts, Business Process Transformation, SAP Activate MethodologyMinimum 3+ end-to-end SAP implementation projects.Experience leading AMS and production support engagements.Strong expertise in Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Release Management, SLA Governance, KPI MonitoringExperience managing critical business escalations and service reviews.Experience leading functional workstreams and consulting teams.Strong client-facing consulting experience.Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.Proven experience managing large enterprise programs and transformations.Ability to drive governance, decision-making, and executive reporting.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits packageCulture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certificationsOpportunity to work with cutting-edge technologiesEmployee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awardsAnnual health check-upsInsurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parentsValues-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment: Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employmentLet’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”