Business Process Expert Logistics & Transportation Management (m/w/d)

About the role

Sika, a specialty chemicals company with subsidiaries in more than 100 countries, is looking for a Business Process Expert in Logistics & Transportation Management in its regional team in Utrecht. The role bridges complex business needs with SAP solutions, drives digital transformation and optimises the logistical backbone of regional operations. It combines technical SAP depth with a strong business mindset.

Key responsibilities

• Lead strategic rollouts: spearhead SAP implementations and integrate new acquisitions across the EMEA region.
• Take full ownership of sub-projects and workstreams during SAP TM go-lives and optimisation phases.
• Analyse complex logistics workflows and design efficient solutions that connect business reality with SAP capability.
• Oversee critical interfaces and integrations between different SAP environments.
• Mentor junior consultants and refine internal standards and methodologies.
• Act as the primary expert for logistics solutions, handling high-level process requests, error analysis and change management.
• Work with business departments, external consultants and the internal IT house to ensure end-to-end processes.

Required profile

• BA or MA degree in Business Administration, IT or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Several years of proven experience in SAP LE-TRA and deep functional knowledge of SAP TM.
• Solid understanding of SCM processes with a focus on transport management, plus a basic grasp of adjacent SAP modules.
• Ability to break down complex problems into structured, goal-oriented results.
• Fluent German and English; confident communicator and presenter able to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in MS Office; enjoys regional work with about 30% travel readiness.

What we offer

• Intensive training and interesting perspectives for those who want to build a career.
• A global SME environment with subsidiaries in more than 100 countries, where new ideas and early responsibility are encouraged.
• Competitive salary aligned with local market benchmarks and the scope of the role.

Visa sponsorship is not offered and only direct applications will be considered.