SAP B1 Functional Consultant

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced SAP Business One (B1) Functional Consultant to join our ERP implementation team. The candidate will be responsible for understanding client business requirements, mapping business processes with SAP B1 functionalities, configuring modules, supporting implementation projects, conducting user training, and providing post-go-live support.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in SAP Business One implementation and support, strong functional knowledge of ERP processes, and excellent client communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end SAP Business One implementation projects from requirement gathering to go-live and post-implementation support.
• Conduct client meetings to understand business requirements, existing processes, and operational challenges.
• Perform business process mapping, gap analysis, and solution design.
• Prepare Business Blueprint / Business Process Documents and functional specifications.
• Configure SAP B1 based on approved business requirements and project scope.
• Work on core SAP B1 modules such as:
• Finance & Accounting
• Sales & Accounts Receivable
• Purchase & Accounts Payable
• Inventory & Warehouse Management
• Production / MRP
• Banking
• CRM
• Fixed Assets and other relevant modules
• Configure workflows, approvals, authorizations, and other system settings.
• Coordinate master data preparation and data migration, including Business Partners, Item Master, opening balances, inventory and other relevant data.
• Prepare test scenarios and conduct unit testing, integration testing and UAT.
• Identify functional issues, analyze root causes and coordinate with the technical team for required fixes or customizations.
• Coordinate with technical consultants for reports, Crystal Reports, integrations, add-ons and custom developments.
• Conduct end-user training and prepare user manuals / training documentation.
• Manage cutover and go-live activities and provide stabilization support after implementation.
• Handle client queries and provide ongoing post-go-live support and functional troubleshooting.
• Maintain project documentation, issue trackers, change requests and implementation records.
• Build strong relationships with clients and communicate project progress, risks and requirements effectively.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend suitable SAP B1 solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance, Commerce, Engineering or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in SAP Business One Functional Consulting.
• Experience in at least 3–4 major SAP B1 modules, preferably Finance, Sales, Purchase, Inventory and Production/MRP.
• Strong understanding of business processes and ERP implementation methodologies.
• Experience in requirement gathering, configuration, testing, UAT, data migration and go-live.
• Basic to good knowledge of MS SQL / SAP HANA and SQL queries.
• Knowledge of Crystal Reports / SAP B1 reporting tools will be an advantage.
• Experience working with SAP B1 add-ons and third-party integrations will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good client-facing and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with cross-functional technical teams.
• Willingness to travel to client locations when required.