SAP S/4 HANA MM / Master Data Functional Consultant- Japanese speaker
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA MM / Master Data Functional Consultant to support a major SAP transformation project.
The successful candidate will work as part of the SAP functional consulting team, helping to define and deliver the S/4HANA solution, perform system configuration, and present solutions and recommendations to the client.
This role requires strong functional knowledge of SAP Materials Management (MM), with a particular focus on Master Data, including Material Master, Bill of Materials (BOM), and Vendor Master data.
Japanese language proficiency is essential. Bilingual Japanese/English candidates are preferred, although Japanese-speaking candidates with limited English capability may also be considered. English-only candidates will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Work as an SAP MM Functional Consultant within an SAP S/4HANA implementation project.
Define and design SAP S/4HANA MM solutions based on business and client requirements.
Gather and analyse business requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
Configure and customise SAP MM functionality within the S/4HANA environment.
Support Master Data design, management and configuration, particularly:
Material Master
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Vendor Master / Business Partner Master
Participate in functional design workshops and client discussions.
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, explaining proposed solutions and system functionality.
Collaborate with other SAP functional and technical teams to ensure successful solution integration.
Support functional testing, issue resolution and implementation activities.
Required Skills & Experience
Strong hands-on experience as an SAP MM Functional Consultant.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations or transformation projects.
Good understanding of SAP MM processes and configuration.
Strong knowledge of SAP Master Data, particularly Material Master, BOM and Vendor Master.
Experience in functional solution design and system configuration.
Ability to communicate with business stakeholders and present functional solutions to clients.
Previous experience working within a consulting or large-scale SAP implementation environment is advantageous.
Language Requirements
Japanese: Native or business-fluent proficiency (essential).
English: Business-level proficiency preferred.
Japanese-only candidates will be considered.
English-only candidates will NOT be considered.
Location & Working Arrangements
Candidates can be based in Tokyo, elsewhere in Japan, or overseas.
Remote working arrangements are acceptable.
Candidates must be able to work Japan Standard Time (JST), or within approximately 2–3 hours of the Japanese time zone.
Contract Details
Location: Japan (Tokyo or Remote) / Overseas candidates considered
Working Hours: Japan Standard Time (JST), or within 2–3 hours of JST
Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 6+ Months
Language Requirements: Japanese (Native/Business Fluent) and English (Business Level preferred)
Contact: shakeel.safdar@next-ventures.com