Lead Functional Engineer SAP GTS AMS

Overview

• Own the global SAP GTS application landscape from a functional and application-management perspective.
• Ensure the   availability, stability, performance, and continuous improvement   of SAP GTS.
• Manage the application lifecycle, including incidents, problems, service requests, changes, releases, upgrades, and enhancements.
• Establish and maintain application management processes, standards, and documentation.
• Act as the escalation point for complex SAP GTS issues and coordinate resolution with internal teams, SAP, and external service providers.
• Manage and prioritize the global GTS application backlog in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Ensure appropriate testing, release management, and deployment practices for GTS changes.
• Own and continuously improve SAP GTS capabilities supporting   Export Control and Sanctions Compliance .
• Manage and optimize processes for sanctioned-party screening, legal control checks, embargo controls, and related compliance requirements.
• Ensure GTS solutions support changing global trade regulations and company compliance policies.
• Work closely with Trade Compliance and Legal teams to translate regulatory requirements into effective system solutions.
• Support implementation and maintenance of global trade compliance processes across countries and regions.
• Manage SAP GTS functionality supporting   trade and customs processes   across the global organization.
• Drive continuous improvement of customs declaration, customs communication, import/export, and related trade processes.
• Support global and local customs requirements and ensure appropriate system configuration and integration.
• Collaborate with customs and trade specialists to identify opportunities for process standardization, automation, and simplification.
• Ensure alignment between SAP GTS and ERP processes across the global supply chain.
• Own the functional integration of SAP GTS with relevant enterprise applications, including   SAP ERP/SAP S/4HANA and other business, logistics, compliance, and customs systems .
• Ensure robust and reliable data flows between GTS and connected systems.
• Analyze integration issues and coordinate resolution across application teams.
• Contribute to integration architecture and design decisions for new solutions and enhancements.
• Ensure interfaces and integrations are appropriately monitored, documented, and maintained.
• Own and continuously improve   SAP GTS reporting and analytics capabilities .
• Ensure business stakeholders have access to accurate and relevant trade compliance, customs, and operational reporting.
• Translate reporting requirements into scalable SAP GTS solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, transparency, automation, and management information.
• Act as the primary IT point of contact for global SAP GTS stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with   Global Trade, Customs, Export Controls, Sanctions, Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics, IT Architecture, and other business functions .
• Facilitate requirements gathering, solution design, prioritization, and decision-making.
• Manage relationships with SAP and external implementation/application-support partners.
• Challenge external providers on quality, delivery, cost, and adherence to agreed service levels.
• Communicate application status, risks, issues, roadmap, and priorities to relevant stakeholders and management.
• Lead or contribute to global SAP GTS projects, implementations, rollouts, upgrades, migrations, and transformation initiatives.
• Drive harmonization and standardization of GTS processes across regions and business units.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Evaluate new SAP GTS capabilities and technologies and assess their potential business value.
• Ensure solutions are scalable and aligned with the organization's global SAP and IT strategy.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in   Information Technology, Business, Sup

About Signify

Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.

At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.

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More about the role

Application Management & Ownership

Export Controls & Sanctions

Trade & Customs

Integration & Architecture

Reporting & Analytics

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

Projects & Continuous Improvement

Required Experience & Skills