Sap Sales Distribution Consultant

We are currently supporting a global end client in their search for a Lead SAP SD Consultant with deep expertise in Advanced Available-to-Promise (aATP) and Backorder Processing (BOP) .

This is a short-term freelance engagement focused on reviewing, optimising, and governing global order fulfilment processes, with a particular emphasis on BOP fallback/backstop strategies and inventory allocation controls.

Start Date: October 2026

Duration: 3 weeks

Location: Remote with possible onsite for the first 1 or 2 days in Lyon, France

Language Requirements: English is mandatory and French is highly beneficial

Engagement Type: Freelance / Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis, optimisation, and governance of global SAP SD order fulfilment processes.
• Define and enhance SAP aATP strategies, with particular focus on Backorder Processing (BOP), fallback logic, and backstop strategies.
• Assess and improve inventory allocation rules to maximise order fulfilment efficiency while minimising supply chain disruption.
• Provide expert guidance on change control processes to ensure system stability, data integrity, and controlled deployment of fulfilment-related changes.
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to align fulfilment strategies with operational objectives and best practices.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead SAP SD Consultant.
• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA aATP and Backorder Processing (BOP).
• Demonstrable experience designing and implementing BOP fallback/backstop strategies.
• Deep understanding of order fulfilment, inventory allocation, ATP checking, and supply chain processes.
• Experience establishing governance and change control frameworks within SAP environments.

Important

Candidates must clearly demonstrate their SAP aATP and Backorder Processing (BOP) experience within their CV to be considered.