SAP Materials & Continuous Improvement Specialist

Technibilt Ltd dba Wanzl NA•Newton, NC

About The Position

The SAP Materials & Continuous Improvement Integrator will play a pivotal role in the implementation and optimization of SAP S/4HANA modules that support the Materials function. This includes, but is not limited to, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Inventory Management (IM), Warehouse Management (WM), Procurement (MM), and advanced planning tools such as SAP Detailed Scheduling for Public Cloud (DSPC) and/or Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This position will serve as a key liaison between the Materials team, Operations, IT, and external SAP consultants to ensure SAP capabilities are fully leveraged to support data-driven decision-making, inventory accuracy, procurement efficiency, and supply chain resilience. Initially, the role will focus on optimizing manufacturing planning, scheduling, and inventory control through effective use of SAP S/4HANA DSPC. Over time, it is expected to evolve into broader materials management responsibilities, supporting the development of future leadership within the supply chain organization. Wanzl North America’s (WNA) vision is to be a leading entrepreneurial player in terms of market share, agility, and game-changing solutions. WNA is a solution provider, creating value along the supply chain of our customers, from the online purchase to the delivery to their customers. WNA, which includes the Technibilt and Cari-All brands, headquartered in Denver, North Carolina. With nearly 500 employees and 175 MUSD of sales, WNA focuses on the retail and distribution market segments with marquee customers such as Walmart, Amazon, and the majority of large grocers and retailers. In addition to being the largest manufacturer of shopping carts in North America, WNA has three (3) additional main product segments as well as a Service business, providing turnkey solutions for customer guidance (Access Systems) and Shelving & Fixtures, as well as Material Handling/Rolling Stock products. Additionally, WNA is active in building a “digital” business line with products for shopping cart containment, smart exit gate technology, and solutions for autonomous and/or semi-autonomous retail stores. WNA is part of the Wanzl group, headquartered in Germany, and has 12 plants in 8 countries, providing comprehensive, solutions-driven service and expert knowledge of local markets for customers across the globe through their 360° service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Information Systems
5–7 years of experience in SAP implementation, continuous improvement, or materials/supply chain roles.
Proven experience with SAP S/4HANA, particularly in MRP, MM, IM, WM, and planning modules.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed organization and influence across functions.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree a plus.
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) preferred.
Experience in manufacturing or production environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation and optimization of SAP S/4HANA modules related to the Materials function, including MRP, MM, IM, WM, DSPC, and IBP.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy planning strategies aligned with business goals.
Identify and resolve process gaps related to master data, BOM accuracy, lead times, and capacity planning.
Leverage SAP tools to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve on-time delivery.
Monitor key KPIs (e.g., schedule adherence, inventory turns, forecast accuracy) using SAP analytics and reporting tools.
Facilitate workshops to define current vs. future-state processes and ensure alignment with SAP capabilities.
Partner with IT and external consultants to ensure system configurations support best practices and scalability.
Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess system adoption and identify further optimization opportunities.
Support inventory control and material flow initiatives in collaboration with the Materials Manager.
Assist in procurement process improvements and supplier performance tracking.
Contribute to cost reduction and inventory optimization efforts.
Provide backup support for planning and purchasing activities.
Help maintain accurate master data and support cycle counting and inventory audits.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
Support change management efforts, including training and documentation.
Contribute to building a culture of accountability and data-driven decision-making.
Prepare for future leadership responsibilities within the Materials or Supply Chain function.