Responsibilities
- Implement, configure, develop, maintain, and optimize enterprise-grade commercial software platforms that enable core business processes such as Order Management, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Finance, and HR.
- Translate complex business requirements into scalable, maintainable, and secure technical solutions aligned with Grainger’s architecture standards.
- Design, configure, deploy, and continuously improve systems and business applications with a clear understanding of their downstream and cross-functional implications.
- Lead and influence architecture decisions and contribute to technical capability roadmaps.
- Integrate SAP systems with internal and third-party platforms (e.g., 3PLs, marketplaces, fulfillment systems) to ensure seamless data flow and process alignment across the order lifecycle.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying system inefficiencies, recommending design enhancements, and optimizing business processes for performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to align solutions with organizational goals and ensure traceable business outcomes.
- Promote automation and DevOps practices, contributing to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring strategies.
- Monitor production environments, triage and resolve incidents, and implement long-term fixes that improve system resiliency and reduce technical debt.
- Participate in daily team rituals including stand-ups, tech huddles, desk checks, and pairing sessions.
- Provide mentorship, knowledge sharing, and coaching to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and accountability.
- Demonstrate thought leadership by staying up to date on emerging technologies and best practices, and identifying opportunities for innovation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of configuration and/or development experience across a broad range of enterprise hardware and software technologies.
- Proficiency in SAP ABAP development and system integration.
- Deep understanding of SAP modules including SD, FI, MM, and SCM.
- Experience with modern SAP platforms and technologies: S/4HANA, SAP HANA, SAP BTP, SAP Fiori, SAPUI5.
- Experience with system integrations, including middleware, APIs, and event-driven architecture using Kafka or equivalent technologies.
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis capabilities across interconnected systems.
- Ability to understand and influence enterprise architecture, including system interdependencies and long-term scalability.
- Solid understanding of business processes and how they are implemented and optimized in SAP environments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.
- Curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for solving complex problems while elevating the overall technical quality of the team.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with cloud-native technologies and deployment models (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred).
- Exposure to or experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and observability tools.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
- 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
- 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
- Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
- Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
