SAP S/4HANA Functional Consultant

Description
We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA Work Order Management Consultant to support and optimize maintenance, asset management, and manufacturing work order processes within a complex production environment. This individual will serve as a functional subject matter expert, partnering with operations, maintenance, engineering, supply chain, and IT stakeholders to improve efficiency and maximize utilization of SAP S/4HANA.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA work order management processes, maintenance planning, preventive maintenance, and asset lifecycle management in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary functional expert for SAP S/4HANA Work Order Management processes.
Analyze, configure, and optimize work order workflows within SAP.
Partner with maintenance, engineering, operations, and production teams to identify process improvements.
Support preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and asset management programs.
Translate business requirements into SAP functional specifications.
Participate in SAP implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct end-user training and provide ongoing support.
Assist with testing, validation, and deployment of SAP enhancements.
Develop process documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
Monitor system performance and recommend best practices for work order execution.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
5+ years of SAP functional experience.
3+ years supporting SAP S/4HANA environments.
Experience managing and optimizing work order processes within SAP.
Strong understanding of:
SAP Plant Maintenance (PM)
Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
Maintenance Planning
Preventive Maintenance Programs
Equipment Master Data
Work Order Lifecycle Management
Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into system solutions.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
SAP S/4HANA implementation experience.
Manufacturing industry experience.
Experience supporting multiple facilities or plant locations.
SAP PM/EAM certification.
Experience integrating SAP with:
Production Planning (PP)
Materials Management (MM)
Supply Chain processes
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Libertyville, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $90.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Libertyville,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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