Rashmi Metaliks stands as India's largest and the world's second-largest manufacturer of Ductile Iron Pipes and Fittings. Established in 2004, Rashmi Metaliks is the flagship brand of the Rashmi Group, a global business conglomerate valued at $3.5 billion. With cutting-edge integrated steel manufacturing facilities, Rashmi Metaliks has solidified its position as a premium player in the Ductile Iron Pipes and Fittings industry.

Our commitment to innovation, sustainability and applying highest ecological standards and latest manufacturing technology has made Rashmi Metaliks Limited – name synonymous with reliability & quality in India’s iron & steel manufacturing industry.

As a global business, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our fast-growing team, where they can contribute to innovative projects and sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities:

1. SAP Strategy and Leadership:

   • Lead the SAP team in defining, planning, and implementing the overall SAP strategy.
   • Collaborate with senior leadership to align SAP initiatives with corporate goals and objectives.
   • Provide leadership and mentorship to the SAP functional and technical teams to deliver best-in-class SAP solutions.

2. System Design and Implementation:

   • Oversee the design, customization, and configuration of SAP solutions (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP Fiori).
   • Manage large-scale SAP implementation, upgrades, and migrations, ensuring project deadlines and budgets are met.
   • Partner with business users to gather requirements and design solutions that meet functional and technical needs.

3. Project Management:

   • Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of SAP-related projects, ensuring on-time delivery, scope management, and quality assurance.
   • Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing phases.
   • Ensure proper resource allocation and risk management throughout project delivery.

4. System Optimization and Maintenance:

   • Continuously assess and optimize SAP processes and workflows for greater efficiency and productivity.
   • Manage SAP system performance, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability.
   • Drive SAP upgrades, patches, and enhancements to ensure the system is up to date with business needs and technological advancements.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

   • Work closely with business leaders from finance, supply chain, human resources, and other departments to identify and implement SAP solutions that drive business value.
   • Ensure smooth integration between SAP and other enterprise systems (CRM, BI, legacy systems).
   • Facilitate communication between SAP teams and business stakeholders to ensure alignment on system requirements and goals.

6. Team Development:

   • Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing SAP professionals to build a strong internal team.
   • Provide ongoing coaching, training, and professional development opportunities for team members.
   • Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing within the SAP team and across the business.

7. Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

   • Manage relationships with SAP vendors, consultants, and third-party service providers.
   • Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements (SLAs) with SAP vendors to ensure competitive pricing and effective support.
   • Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders regarding SAP projects, initiatives, and performance.

8. Change Management:

   • Lead change management efforts related to SAP implementations, ensuring smooth transitions and user adoption across the organization.
   • Provide training and support for users to ensure they can leverage the full functionality of the SAP system.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or equivalent is preferred.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in SAP, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing SAP implementations, upgrades, and optimization efforts.
  • Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP Fiori, and other SAP modules (Finance, Supply Chain, HR, etc.).
  • Proven track record in managing complex projects, including ERP implementations and integrations.
  • Experience in managing large cross-functional teams and working with senior leadership.

• Skills & Competencies:

  • In-depth understanding of business processes and how SAP can be leveraged to optimize them.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with Agile project management methodologies is a plus.

• Certifications:

  • SAP Certified in relevant modules (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP FICO, SAP MM, etc.) is a plus.
  • Project management certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 would be beneficial.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to drive change and innovation while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand and address complex business needs.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.