Senior SAP ABAP Consultant

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
75% Travel

Skills

Agile
Analytics
Backup
Budget
Business Strategy
Change Management
Collaboration
Communication
Computer Science
Conflict Resolution
Data Integrity
Database Administration
Documentation
Enterprise Resource Planning
Finance
Forms
High Availability
Interfaces
Knowledge Transfer
Leadership
Linux
MES
Management
Manufacturing
Optimization
Performance Monitoring
Problem Solving
Process Improvement
Project Scoping
RAID
Recovery
Regulatory Compliance
SAP
SAP ABAP
SAP Architecture
SAP BODS
SAP HANA
Stakeholder Management
Supply Chain Management
System Administration
System Security
Systems Architecture
User Exit
Workflow

Job Details

Position: Senior SAP ABAP Consultant

Location: Kansas City, KS (Hybrid 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Type: Contract (Only W2)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced SAP HANA / ABAP Consultant with strong System Administration expertise to lead the end-to-end implementation and optimization of SAP and HANA-based enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of hands-on experience across SAP HANA development, ABAP programming, system architecture, and ERP administration within complex manufacturing environments. This role combines technical depth with strategic oversight and collaboration across business and IT teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain custom ABAP programs, enhancements, reports, forms, and user exits to support business requirements.
  • Manage HANA system administration tasks including system installation, upgrades, patching, backup/recovery, and performance monitoring.
  • Interface with ERP partners, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless deployment of SAP and its integration with MES, analytics, and other core systems.
  • Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables; maintain RAID logs and ensure alignment with budget and compliance frameworks.
  • Oversee the change management and transition of SAP solutions into production with full documentation, knowledge transfer, and support plans.
  • Identify system inefficiencies, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement process improvements for better stability and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to align IT systems with business strategy.
  • Ensure high availability, data integrity, and system security within SAP HANA landscapes.

Required Qualifications:

  • 12+ years of overall SAP experience with deep expertise in:
    • SAP HANA Administration (installations, configuration, backup/recovery, tuning).
    • ABAP development (Reports, Interfaces, Enhancements, Forms, Workflows).
    • SAP HANA integration.
  • Hands-on experience in manufacturing, supply chain, and finance modules.
  • Proven track record of leading SAP projects in a multi-site, manufacturing-focused enterprise.
  • Experience integrating SAP with MES, FeneVision, analytics, and other 3rd-party platforms.
  • Strong understanding of SAP architecture and system landscape optimization.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • SAP Certification in HANA Administration or ABAP Development.
  • Experience with SAP BODS, PI/PO, or CPI integrations.
  • Exposure to SAP S/4HANA conversion or greenfield implementations.
  • Familiarity with Linux OS and database administration related to HANA environments.
  • Agile or hybrid project methodology experience.
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