We are looking for a
SAP
Manufacturing Systems Domain Lead
to oversee the digital transformation of manufacturing operations across multiple production sites.
You will lead a small team of ICT specialists and act as both
domain expert and architect
, shaping the roadmap for
SAP S/4HANA, MES
, and complementary manufacturing applications.
Your focus: ensure the alignment between ICT and business, manage the full application lifecycle, and deliver projects that drive operational excellence and innovation in manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as application owner for SAP and non-SAP manufacturing domains; define the long-term architecture and evolution roadmap.
* Lead and coach a team of ICT specialists supporting production systems.
* Coordinate daily priorities, monitor performance, and ensure incident resolution within SLA.
* Act as primary liaison for business stakeholders, managing governance forums and communicating progress on the manufacturing IT roadmap.
* Translate business requirements into system solutions supporting efficiency, quality, and traceability.
* Manage third-party providers for both SAP and non-SAP applications (changes, upgrades, 3rd-line support).
* Drive application lifecycle management, from incident reduction to upgrade planning.
* Represent the manufacturing domain in ICT projects; lead smaller initiatives end-to-end (time, budget, scope).
What are we looking for?
SAP & Manufacturing Systems
* Deep expertise in
SAP PP, WM, QM
, including hands-on
configuration
and integration.
* Experience managing or implementing
MES solutions
and
shop-floor applications
(non-SAP).
* Solid understanding of end-to-end manufacturing processes and system integration with logistics, quality, and plant maintenance.
Application & Project Management
* Proven track record in application lifecycle management (support, change, upgrades).
* Experience working with outsourced support partners and multi-vendor setups.
* Pragmatic use of project management methods in global organizations.
* Experience applying change management and risk management principles during deployments.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Strong business partnering and communication skills with both operations and senior management.
* Ability to define, prioritize, and communicate a
manufacturing systems roadmap
aligned with corporate strategy.
Nice-to-Have Skills
* Exposure to
S/4HANA migration projects
or brownfield/greenfield implementations.
* Experience integrating
automation or OT systems
(PLC, SCADA, IoT) into MES.
* Familiarity with
GMP
,
ISO 9001
, or regulated manufacturing environments.
* Working knowledge of
SAP EWM
,
PM
, or
MM
modules.
* Fluent in
English and Dutch
(preferred)
What do we offer?
Location: Eeklo
Contract: Freelance or Permanent