Associate Supply Chain Specialist - SAP Materials Management & Sales and Distribution - 2027
The Associate Supply Chain Specialist at Confidential Client supports clients in optimizing supply chain operations by leveraging SAP technologies, focusing on materials management and sales and distribution processes. This entry-level role involves analyzing business requirements, assisting in SAP solution implementation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive supply chain innovation and digital transformation. The position offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities in supply chain technology, AI, and automation within diverse industries.
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Role overview
Our confidential client is hiring an Associate Supply Chain Specialist to develop SAP (Materials Management and Sales & Distribution) capability while supporting client-facing supply chain projects. This is an entry-level / early-career opportunity for candidates with a supply chain, operations, or analytics background who want hands-on experience implementing SAP-enabled procurement, materials, inventory, order-to-cash, and fulfillment solutions.
Estimated salary: $70,919 per year (estimated).
What you’ll do
You will work on project teams to help clients improve supply chain operations through SAP-enabled solutions and related analytics, automation, and process improvements. Typical responsibilities include:
- Support SAP Materials Management (MM) and/or SAP Sales & Distribution (SD) activities for client engagements.
- Help gather and analyze business requirements for procurement, inventory, order management, fulfillment, and logistics processes.
- Assist with SAP configuration, testing, data validation, documentation, and issue resolution under experienced guidance.
- Analyze supply chain and operational data to identify trends and support decision-making.
- Support process-improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, visibility, and service levels.
- Collaborate with consultants, technical teams, and client stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Learn and apply AI, automation, analytics, and cloud tools that enhance modern supply chains.
Required technical & professional expertise
We hire for potential and curiosity — prior SAP experience is NOT required. Candidates should demonstrate:
- Currently completing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration (concentration in supply chain), Operations Management, Logistics, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of supply chain concepts: procurement, purchasing, inventory, materials management, order management, fulfillment, distribution, or logistics.
- Ability to analyze information, identify problems, and propose structured solutions.
- Exposure to supply chain, operations, data analysis, enterprise technology, or process improvement via coursework, academic projects, internships, competitions, or certifications.
- Interest in developing expertise in SAP (MM and/or SD), enterprise applications, automation, and analytics.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with both business and technical audiences.
Preferred experience
- Familiarity with ERP systems, SAP, data visualization, process mapping, or business analytics.
- Project or internship experience in procurement, inventory management, sales operations, or related supply chain functions.
- Interest in supply chain transformation, AI-enabled tools, and consulting.
- Comfort working across business and technology teams.
Why join this role
- Structured learning and mentorship to build SAP and supply chain expertise.
- Hands-on client experience across industries such as manufacturing, retail, healthcare, energy, automotive, and public sector.
- Exposure to enterprise platforms, automation, AI, and analytics to solve real operational challenges.
- Career coaching and certification opportunities to accelerate professional growth.
Work location & employment type
- Location: Baton Rouge, LA (on-site / client project-based assignments as required).
- Employment type: Full-time
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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