SAP Functional Technology Lead - Warehousing / EWM

An opportunity to play your part - As Centrica's SAP Functional Lead for Warehousing, you'll spearhead the design, evolution and optimisation of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), shaping a future-proof roadmap that transforms Centrica's warehousing into a high-performance, automated solution. You'll orchestrate seamless, resilient inbound and outbound operations, integrating cutting-edge automation and AI solutions to ensure inventory is managed with precision and fulfilment is both stable and scalable across the supply chain. Operating within a product led, outcome-focused environment, you'll deliver measurable business value by reducing manual effort, accelerating processes, and freeing up teams for higher-value decisions, making this a genuinely exciting opportunity to drive innovation and leave a lasting impact on Centrica's operations.

Location: UK-based hybrid role, Occasional travel to site.

The Day to Day:

• You will own and evolve the design and configuration of SAP EWM, standardising processes for inbound, outbound, picking, packing, putaway, replenishment and exception handling to deliver efficient, high-performance warehouse execution, partnering with operational SMEs across the business, as well as our implementation partner.
• You will lead the integration of warehouse automation and logistics providers, together with the SAP Technical Lead, ensuring seamless real-time operations and maximising throughput in high-volume environments.
• You will define and maintain warehouse master data structures, including storage types, bins, HU types and labour structures, to support accurate and scalable warehouse processes.
• You will monitor EWM operational KPIs such as picking productivity, throughput, stock accuracy and task latency, driving continuous improvement and ensuring SLA compliance.
• You will deliver incremental change, shaping backlog, scope and acceptance criteria, and leading SIT/UAT/cutover/hyper care to land change safely, enabling clear business outcomes.

What we need from you:

• Significant experience in warehouse operations and SAP-enabled supply chain execution, consistently delivering measurable improvements in fulfilment accuracy, throughput, productivity, and cost.
• Demonstrated hands-on expertise across inbound and outbound processes, picking strategies, handling units, task and resource management, slotting, labour management, and robust exception handling.
• Skilled in cross-module integration (MM, SD, QM, PM, IBP) and harmonising master data structures including materials, units, resources, storage bins, and HU types.
• Strong track record in test strategy (SIT/UAT), defect triage, change and transport management, compliance, and records management to ensure operational excellence.
• Proven ability to automate repetitive tasks and leverage AI-assisted analysis and diagnostics to enhance speed and quality, while maintaining appropriate human judgement and ownership.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
• Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

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