SAP Development Manager
Ball Horticultural - Chicago, IL
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OverviewWe’re looking for an experienced and strategic SAP Development Leader to guide the design, development, and optimization of SAP solutions in our S/4HANA environment. In this key leadership role, you’ll provide both technical direction and hands-on development expertise, driving high-impact projects from planning through execution. You’ll lead system enhancements, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure peak system performance. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll translate business needs into scalable technical solutions while upholding best practices, compliance and coding standards.ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership: Provide expert technical oversight across the SAP development ecosystem, including ABAP, CDS Views, Fiori, IDocs, BTP, and related toolsets. Ensure development standards, performance, and quality are consistently met while mentoring and guiding a team of developers.Strategic Planning & Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative, scalable SAP solutions. Evaluate and recommend emerging development methodologies, testing tools, and technologies to meet evolving business needs efficiently and sustainably.Problem Solving & Support: Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex SAP issues, providing hands-on technical expertise and guidance to resolve system and application challenges.Development & Enhancements: Oversee the design, development, and implementation of RICEF objects (Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms), SAP workflows, and system interfaces to support business operations and growth.Team Development & Innovation: Inspire and support the development team in adopting modern tools and technologies. Promote continuous learning by staying informed of industry trends and participating in technical conferences, training sessions, and SAP user groups as appropriate.Personal CharacteristicsEarns and shows Trust and RespectLeadershipTeam Player (Dependable, Collaborative)Curious and Eager to LearnCustomer-centric and Service minded – ability to interact with all levels of users (end-users/executives)Shows Technical Competence and AptitudeForward Thinking with ability to understand the Big PictureGood communication skillsRequirementsBS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience3+ years leading or managing a development and mentoring others10+ years in IT systems development and support in a manufacturing, sales and distribution, or horticultural company5+ years doing hands on development using SAP ABAP – related to S/4HANA, MM, PP, FI & SD modules, BTP, EDI. Includes SAP development tools (SAP Service Marketplace, Eclipse, SAP Notes search and SDN, performance tuning)Integration with 3rd party productsExtensive experience working directly with infrastructure teams and Basis administration to maintain system stability, performance and security.Extensive experience with (CDS Views, Fiori applications, BTP Integration Suite)ABAP and ABAP OO SkillsExposing SAP functions through web services (SOAP, REST)Perform end-user training as well as internal cross-training to other team membersUnderstanding of development methodologies such as ASAP, Agile, ITIL or equivalentExperience with 2 or more of the following programming and reporting tools (SQL, LSMW, Data Dictionary, CATT, Smart Forms/SAPScript, IDoc, ALV, EDI/XML, CDS, RAP (Restful ABAP Programming), BTP, security & authorization profiles)MS Windows environment and Office applicationsDesired Technical ExperienceSAP BAPI, IDoc, EDI processing and use of PIKnowledge and understanding of SAP Fiori and S/4 HANAExperience with SAP RESTful Application programming for Fiori applicationsTricentis Tosca Regression Testing ToolTricentis Neoload performance/load testing toolExposure to SAP Solution Manager, SSO, and authorizationsExposure to interface tools (RFC and API’s, web service calls, XML)SAP Solution ManagerSAPScript/Smart FormsSAP experience in SD, MM, PP, WM, BPC, BI, PI, EDI/XML/PI, QN, FI, COSAP Workflow knowledgeReporting toolsSAP CDS, SAP tables, List views, ALVMicrosoft reporting services & dashboards including SharePoint and Power BIEsker Document ManagementBar Coding, PDA, wireless technologies and IoT devicesPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit/stand 100% of the timeAbility to use fingers/hands 100% of the timeHave the ability to travel less than 5% of the year on average.120,000 - 130,000 AnnuallyOur Promise To YouWe create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance401k/Profit Sharing Retirement PlanPaid time off benefits including vacation and holidaysTuition assistanceEmployee Assistance Program and Positive Health programsAn onsite subsidized café overlooking renowned display gardens and restored natural areas #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-17