SAP EWM Specialist & Supply Chain Operations Manager

NSK•Plainfield, IN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The SAP EWM Specialist & Supply Chain Operations Manager is responsible for optimizing distribution and warehouse operations while serving as the functional owner for SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and analytics. Based at the Plainfield, IN Distribution Center, this role supports U.S., Canada, Mexico operations through standardized KPIs, data‑driven decision‑making, and continuous improvement. The position enhances operational performance by advancing system capabilities, improving processes, and delivering actionable insights via Power BI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
6–8 years of relevant experience.
Hands-on SAP EWM experience and strong optimization background.
Power BI skills (data modeling / Power Query).

Nice To Haves

S/4HANA, Azure Data, RF/barcoding, and warehouse automation systems.

Responsibilities

Own and optimize EWM processes for inbound, outbound, and internal warehouse operations.
Configure and enhance warehouse structures, storage strategies, RF processes, tasks, and master data.
Manage wave templates, slotting, labor fundamentals.
Govern key warehouse master data for materials, handling units, pack specifications, and resources.
Lead Internal and external teams for projects implementation.
Drive new EWM implementations, system improvements and region improvements through standardization.
Monitor and improve North America’s distribution network to enhance service, efficiency, and cost performance.
Re-engineer supply chain processes across regions to improve end-to-end operational effectiveness.
Implement and train teams on new warehouse systems, RF/mobile tools, and transportation enhancements.
Oversee throughput planning, inventory accuracy, space utilization, and cross-functional communication.
Collaborate with Trade, ICT, and business partners on system upgrades, technology deployments, and continuous improvement.
Standardize KPI definitions and reporting practices across the U.S, Mexico, Canada and Brazil
Build automated data pipelines integrating SAP EWM, S/4 HANA, TM and external sources.
Establish strong data governance through accuracy controls, security, and scheduled refresh processes.
Develop role‑based Power BI dashboards for:
Recommend improvements and measure impact.
Research and recommend Automation hardware and new procedures driving higher efficiency.
Lead training, skills development, and performance assessments.
Serve as product owner for EWM analytics managing backlog, prioritization, UAT, releases, and documentation.
Maintain strong communication with all DC’s
Manage annual operating budgets and track variance and ROI for technology investments.
Identify and quantify cost‑saving.
Measure financial gains from automation, process improvements, and analytics initiatives.