RUIZ · 9 hours ago
Procurement Subject Matter Expert & SAP Consultant
Miami, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expRUIZ is seeking a Procurement Subject Matter Expert & SAP Consultant with advanced SAP S/4HANA capability to serve as a strategic advisor to one of their largest utility clients. The role involves guiding clients through EAM/EPPM transformations and delivering value through advanced SAP functionalities and consulting expertise.
Oil & Energy
Responsibilities
Serve as the EAM/EPPM Functional SME with mastery of SAP S/4HANA Plant Maintenance (PM), Project Systems (PS), and Enterprise Portfolio & Project Management (EPPM)
Lead design and configuration of end‑to‑end asset lifecycle processes, including inspections, preventive maintenance, corrective work, long‑term planning, budgeting, and project execution
Architect integrated work management workflows including notifications, work orders, task lists, maintenance plans, resource planning, and settlement
Develop capital project governance frameworks including portfolio prioritization, investment planning, project structuring, earned value, cost controls, and forecasting
Provide expert guidance on integrations with GIS, PowerPlan, SCADA/OT systems, Mobility (SAP FSM/EAM Mobile), and 3rd‑party scheduling tools
Troubleshoot complex SAP PM/PS/EPPM issues and provide Level 3 functional leadership
Deliver advanced analytics through SAP Fiori, SAP Analytics Cloud, KPIs, dashboards, and operational reporting
Lead EAM/EPPM design authority sessions, solution validation workshops, and blueprint reviews
Conduct maturity assessments of asset management practices, maintenance execution, reliability engineering, project delivery, and data governance
Develop EAM Transformation Roadmaps aligned to ISO 55000, PAS 55, and utility best practices
Create multi‑year capital planning and portfolio prioritization frameworks
Establish governance for asset performance management, work planning, and capital program controls
Optimize lifecycle strategies for critical assets (gas, electric, facilities, fleet, and linear assets)
Define KPIs, performance scorecards, and asset health/risk models
Conduct asset data integrity reviews, taxonomy development (ISO 14224), and data cleansing strategies
Support organizational change in maintenance and capital delivery functions
Lead current‑state assessments for EAM/EPPM, asset data, and SAP PM/PS processes
Develop detailed process maps, system designs, and gap closure strategies
Build business cases demonstrating ROI for reliability improvements and project execution transformation
Facilitate executive workshops on asset strategy, capital optimization, and operational excellence
Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training materials, and change impact analyses
Serve as trusted advisor to client leadership on supply chain strategy
Deliver go‑live readiness assessments and cutover plans for asset‑related functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Asset Management, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related discipline (Master's preferred)
IAM Certificate or Diploma – Institute of Asset Management
P.E. (Professional Engineer) — preferred for engineering‑based roles
PMP – Project Management Professional
PSPO / PPM Certification – PMI or equivalent portfolio management credential
SAP Certification in S/4HANA Asset Management (PM), Project Systems (PS), or EPPM
10–15+ years of Enterprise Asset Management and/or Capital Program Management experience
7+ years of hands‑on SAP PM/PS/EPPM configuration and solution architecture
5+ years serving as an SME or consulting advisor on large transformation initiatives
Proven leadership in utility or energy sector asset management
Deep experience designing or optimizing work management, asset lifecycle processes, and capital execution
Background supporting large‑scale SAP S/4HANA implementations, including data migration and integration
Experience serving as SAP functional lead or solution architect for procurement initiatives
Demonstrated success delivering consulting engagements with measurable client impact
Expert‑level knowledge of SAP PM, EAM, PS, EPPM, and their integration points (MM, FI/CO, SD, SM, GIS)
Ability to architect maintenance strategies, work order processes, long‑term plans, and settlement logic
Deep knowledge of SAP master data objects: Functional Locations, Equipment, BOMs, Task Lists, WBS, Networks
Experience with enhancement frameworks (BADIs, BAPIs, user exits)
SAP Fiori and Analytics Cloud proficiency
Expert in capital planning, budget controls, WBS structuring, forecasting, and earned value management
Strong understanding of utility construction processes and compatible units (CUs)
Experience integrating project systems with financials (settlement rules, budget releases, cost flows)
Advanced Microsoft Excel (macros, pivot tables, advanced analytics)
Understanding of EDI, APIs, and system integration concepts
Subject Matter Expert Status: Recognized industry expert with thought leadership in EAM/EPPM and/or SAP
Consulting Excellence: Proven ability to lead client engagements, manage stakeholder expectations, and deliver complex projects
Communication Mastery: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to C-level executives
Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business challenges into actionable supply chain and technology solutions
Change Leadership: Experience leading organizational change and transformation initiatives
Independence: Self-directed professional capable of working autonomously with minimal oversight
Client Focus: Strong relationship-building skills with commitment to client success
Problem Solving: Advanced analytical and critical thinking capabilities
Preferred
Published articles, white papers, or speaking engagements on EAM/EPPM or SAP topics
Experience with SAP S/4HANA Cloud or SAP Fiori
Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification
Prior Big 4 consulting or tier-1 consulting firm experience
Benefits
Highly competitive consulting rate commensurate with experience and expertise
Flexible remote work arrangement
Opportunity to work with industry-leading clients on transformational projects
Company
RUIZ
We are an Engineering, Pipeline Inspection, Project / Construction Management, and Surveying services firm supporting the Utility, Energy, and Oil & Gas sectors in the US
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase