Job description
SAP Integration Specialist
The Role
We are seeking to identify highly motivated and qualified individuals for an opportunity as a SAP Integration Specialist to configure and support SAP solutions that enable our end-to-end value chain across:
- Source-to-Deliver / Source-to-Pay (Supply Chain & Direct Material Sourcing and Procurement)
- Make-to-Ship (Manufacturing & Plant Operations)
- Order-to-Delivery (Order Management & Distribution)
This requisition is intentionally broad across SAP specialties, including but not limited to SD, FI-CO, MM, PP, WM, EWM and S/4HANA. You do not need experience in all the areas listed; we are seeking strong SAP talent across one or more of these modules and encourage candidates to apply even if their expertise is focused in specific domains.
As a SAP Integration Specialist, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Order Management to gather requirements and to configure and support SAP solutions that meet business needs. You will implement scalable SAP processes, ensure solutions align with industry best practices, optimise business operations, support SAP modules and drive process improvements through automation and standardisation.
Key Responsibilities
- SAP configuration for core business processes.
- Support sourcing, procurement, supplier management, production planning, manufacturing, logistics, inventory control, warehouse management and goods movement processes.
- Proactively learn and adopt internal company processes, systems, and operational standards to fully support daily team objectives.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and technical teams to gather requirements and implement SAP solutions that are scalable, secure, and aligned with company standards.
- Participate in testing, validation, and deployment of SAP enhancements and new functionalities; ensure strong end-to-end process validation.
- Support integration of SAP with external systems, partnering with integration and infrastructure teams.
- Help evaluate and rationalize the existing manufacturing, supply chain, and order management application landscape, determining which solutions are integrated with, absorbed into, or retired in favour of SAP S/4HANA and related SAP SaaS solutions.
- Participate in SAP upgrades, migrations, and digital transformation initiatives, including S/4HANA and cloud/SaaS adoption.
- Apply standard SAP functionality to meet business needs.
- Contribute to application management and production support.
- Create and maintain process documentation, configuration guides, and training materials to support adoption and reuse.
- Adhere to organizational IT standards, security protocols, and industry best practices, including relevant regulatory and internal control requirements.
Skills Required
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Computing, Information Systems, Supply Chain or a related field or equivalent practical experience and certifications.
Technical Skills
- Hands-on SAP experience, including configuration of one or more relevant modules, for example:
- SD Order Management, Pricing, Billing, Order-to-Cash.
- FI-CO integration with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Order Management.
- MM, WM, EWM procurement, inventory, warehouse, and logistics execution.
- PP / Manufacturing production planning and execution, plan-to-produce.
- S/4HANA functional configuration and extensibility.
- Strong understanding of SAP principles and extensibility approaches, including how to design upgrade-safe, cloud-compliant solutions.
- Solid business process knowledge in areas such as Order Management, Pricing, Billing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Direct Material Sourcing & Procurement, Purchasing, Production Planning, Warehousing, and Master Data.
- Experience supporting integration with other SAP modules and external systems, including familiarity with common interface technologies.
- Familiarity with software testing, automation, and quality assurance practices; ability to define and execute test plans and support automated/regression testing.
- Ability to debug and analyse SAP systems.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to diagnosing issues and proposing options.
- Strong commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork, and integrity, including willingness to learn new SAP and cloud capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly absorb, adapt to, and execute new organisational workflows and business processes.
Advantageous Skills
- SAP certification in one or more relevant modules (e.g., SD, MM, PP, WM/EWM, FI-CO, S/4HANA).
- Exposure to SAP AI / analytics capabilities and apply analytics/AI in manufacturing, supply chain, or order management use cases.
- Background working with manufacturers, suppliers, or service providers, ideally in manufacturing environments.
General Skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong 'can-do' attitude.
- Highly adaptable and self-motivated - able to take initiative and thrive in ambiguity.
- Strong communication skills - able to liaise effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- A team player who takes the initiative to understand how their role fits into broader company processes to better support the team.
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About Kyte Powertech
Company Overview
Kyte Powertech
Cavan, Ireland
1977
Approximately 490 employees (source: transformers-magazine.com). No public revenue figures disclosed for 2023 or later.
What They Do
Kyte Powertech has transitioned from a traditional transformer manufacturer to a significant player in energy infrastructure, focusing on the production of distribution transformers and related energy solutions. Their product range includes pole-mounted and ground-mounted transformers, amorphous core transformers, eco-core transformers, earthing and housing transformers, mini and micro substations, and energy storage systems. This diverse offering positions Kyte Powertech within the energy storage and grid/utility sectors, catering to modern grid demands while maintaining a strong foundation in bespoke transformer production (source: cbinsights.com). The company primarily serves energy suppliers, the renewables industry, utilities, infrastructure, and industrial sectors, with a notable presence in Ireland, the UK, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France.
Projects & Track Record
While specific details on completed projects are limited, Kyte Powertech has a long-standing history of delivering distribution transformer solutions to utilities and renewable energy firms since its inception in 1977. The company has established a reputation for high customization and technical expertise in advanced transformer designs, particularly in the bespoke distribution transformer market. Although no current major projects are publicly detailed, the recent acquisition by R&S Group includes plans for investments in Cavan's production capacities and technology center to meet rising demand, indicating a commitment to expanding their operational capabilities (source: transformers-magazine.com). This strategic move aims to enhance their service offerings across their core markets in Western Europe.
Recent Developments
The most significant recent development for Kyte Powertech was the acquisition by R&S Group Holding AG, announced on August 20, 2024, for an enterprise value of €250 million. This acquisition marks a pivotal moment for the company, positioning it as a European leader in transformers under the R&S umbrella. The deal was funded partly by a CHF 233 million bridge loan, and management retained approximately 6% participation in R&S shares, indicating a strong alignment with the new ownership (source: bakermckenzie.com). Beyond this acquisition, no other major contracts, mergers, or funding rounds have been documented in the past two years, although the company was mentioned in the State of Climate Tech Q3’24 Report, highlighting its relevance in the energy sector (source: cbinsights.com).
Working There
Kyte Powertech offers a range of roles primarily concentrated in manufacturing, engineering, technical, and management departments, reflecting its focus on transformer production. Opportunities likely exist in transformer design, production, quality control, and sales for European markets, particularly as the company integrates into R&S Group's broader operations. The workforce is centered at the Cavan headquarters, where R&S has committed to retaining all employees while investing in expansions (source: transformers-magazine.com). The company culture emphasizes growth, customer relationships, and brand strength, with a history of evolution into a market leader under private equity, as highlighted by CEO Stephanie Leonard.