Is the SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role fully remote?

Yes — this SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role is remote-friendly. The listing is anchored to Multiple, US for tax and payroll purposes, but the client is open to candidates who can work from anywhere the applicant-location requirements allow. Occasional travel for on-site quarterly reviews may be requested; the recruiter will confirm during your calibration call.

Is this a contract or full-time role?

This is a contract opportunity on ApTask's payroll. If selected, you will be employed by ApTask and will receive a W-2 for the duration of your assignment. During your engagement, you will be eligible for subsidized benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, commuter benefits, and state-mandated paid sick leave. Your pay cycle (weekly or biweekly, as applicable) will be confirmed at the time of your offer. You'll also have a dedicated ApTask recruiter as your single point of contact throughout your assignment, providing ongoing support from onboarding through completion. Many of our contract opportunities are extended or converted to permanent positions based on business needs and performance. Your recruiter can share the client's historical extension and conversion trends during the interview process. Benefits, assignment duration, extension, conversion opportunities, and eligibility are subject to client requirements, business needs, and applicable plan terms.

What is the compensation range for this role?

The advertised range for this SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role is $57.14–$57.14 per hour. Where you land within the band depends on validated experience, the specific stack calibration match, and — for contract engagements — the bill-rate the client has locked in for this requisition. The recruiter will discuss the exact number during your calibration call.

How quickly does the interview process move?

If your profile is a fit for this role, you can expect the recruiter's first call within one business day. From there, interview cadence depends on the client's hiring-manager and panel availability. Total time from submission to signed offer varies by client — pre-verified profiles and calibrated submissions cut the noise, but the pace of interviews is driven by the client, not us.

What technical skills does the SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role require?

The client is targeting depth in SAP. Adjacent experience is welcome — we routinely place candidates whose exact stack match is 60-70% when the underlying pattern (distributed systems, regulated-data handling, or comparable) is strong. Bring the full stack breadth to your calibration call; the recruiter will map it onto the client's evaluation scorecard.

RemotecontractorReq 26-02306Posted 1 month ago

SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead

Contract role in Multiple locations. Remote engagement, matched and submitted by an ApTask vertical recruiter.

Location: Multiple, US · Remote
Compensation: $57.14/hr

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About the role

About Client:
Client is a multinational technology and consulting company known for its expertise in providing IT services and solutions. With a global presence, it offers a wide range of services including digital transformation, application development, infrastructure management, and business process outsourcing. The company has a strong focus on innovation, leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics to drive client success. Client is committed to delivering high-quality results and ensuring customer satisfaction through its team of skilled professionals and robust project management methodologies.

Rate: $57.14/Hr

Job Description:

The SAP S/4– MES Liaison serves as the primary bridge between enterprise ERP (SAP S/4) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ensuring alignment of testing schedule and data, with escalation of issues found.
This role will also assess each MES upgrade release from the MES vendor for assessment and upgrade readiness. Each release will require an executive summary and recommendation from the Upgrade lead to MES Leadership.
This role is part of the MES Center of Excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
ERP–MES Integration & Functional Liaison:

Act as the day-to-day liaison for testing sche3dul4e and data creation for SAP S/4HANA program teams.
Facilitate the end-to-end process view across SAP and MES (e.g., production orders, confirmations, backflush, material staging, labor reporting, scrap/rework, genealogy/traceability, quality results, batch/serial management).
Translate manufacturing requirements into SAP/MES functional specifications and integration requirements.
Partner with solution architects to define integration patterns (e.g., APIs, IDocs, middleware/eventing) and ensure reliable, auditable data flows.
Drive master data alignment and governance across SAP and MES (materials, BOMs, routings/recipes, work centers/resources, production versions, serial/batch rules).

MES Upgrade Assessment & Readiness (Primary Focus)

Lead structured MES upgrade assessments including:
Current-state MES capability and configuration review
Interface/integration inventory and criticality scoring
Performance, scalability, and availability assessment
Develop upgrade options and recommendations (e.g., in-place vs. migration, phased rollout vs. big-bang), including pros/cons, risks, dependencies, and cost/effort estimates.
Produce a comprehensive MES Upgrade Assessment Report and roadmap aligned with SAP S/4HANA milestones.
Program Delivery Support (Planning through Hypercare)
Manage integrated workplans across SAP, MES, and middleware teams; track RAID (risks, assumptions, issues, dependencies).
Plan and execute testing strategy spanning SAP and MES:
SIT/E2E scenarios, regression, performance testing
Data reconciliation and interface validation
Shop-floor pilot testing and production readiness
Support cutover planning, including downtime analysis, fallback strategies, and shop-floor continuity planning.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or equivalent experience.
5 years experience in manufacturing systems roles involving MES and SAP (ECC and/or S/4HANA).
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading MES upgrades/major version changes (assessment, planning, execution, hypercare).
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and data flows
Experience with integration concepts and tools (e.g., SAP IDocs/BAPIs, REST/SOAP APIs, middleware such as SAP CPI/PO, MuleSoft, Boomi, Kepware, or similar).
Excellent facilitation, requirements elicitation, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Hands-on knowledge of common MES platforms (e.g., Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk ProductionCentre, Korber Client-X, Client Proficy, Dassault DELMIA Apriso, SAP Digital Manufacturing, Critical Manufacturing, Ignition/MOM frameworks).
Exposure to SAP manufacturing-related modules and processes: PP/DS, PP-PI, QM, EWM/IM, PM, Batch Management, Serial Number Management.
Experience with ISA-95 models and manufacturing integration standards.
Experience in multi-site deployments and global template rollouts.
Experience with CSV/validation and regulated manufacturing.
SAP certification(s) and/or MES vendor certification(s).

Core Competencies:

Systems thinking across ERP–MES s
Structured assessment and roadmap development
Risk management and stakeholder alignment
Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to operate effectively in both plant-floor and corporate IT settings

Travel & Work Environment

Travel may be required to manufacturing sites during assessment, testing, and go-lives.
Occasional off-shift support may be required during cutovers or critical shop-floor events.

About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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About operations at ApTask

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Operations roles at ApTask cover program management, PMO, business analysis, transformation, and change-management positions across enterprise clients. We place operators who translate strategy into delivery — PMPs, Scrum Masters, agile coaches, Six Sigma black belts, and change-management practitioners certified in Prosci or the client's preferred framework. Candidates are validated against the specific enterprise tooling the client runs (ServiceNow, Jira Portfolio, Clarity, Planview) and their prior track record in comparable-scale programs, not generic delivery experience.

How it works

What happens after you apply.

1. Verified profile
Submit your résumé and complete the ApTask identity + skills verification. We check right-to-work, background, and technical calibration once — never resell or re-verify — so future roles surface faster.
2. Recruiter calibration call
Within one business day, the recruiter who owns this requisition reviews your profile against the client's specific stack, arrangement, and start-date requirements. You'll hear back either way — no ghosting.
3. Client interview
If your profile is a fit, we present you to the hiring team. Most clients run 2-3 interview stages: hiring-manager screen, technical panel, and final. We prep you with the exact scorecard criteria before each round.
4. Offer + onboarding
On acceptance, you onboard W-2 with ApTask (contract) or direct-hire with the client (per role type). Benefits, payroll, and timesheets run through us. Your recruiter stays your point of contact for the length of the engagement.

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Is the SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role fully remote?: Yes — this SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role is remote-friendly. The listing is anchored to Multiple, US for tax and payroll purposes, but the client is open to candidates who can work from anywhere the applicant-location requirements allow. Occasional travel for on-site quarterly reviews may be requested; the recruiter will confirm during your calibration call.
Is this a contract or full-time role?: This is a contract opportunity on ApTask's payroll. If selected, you will be employed by ApTask and will receive a W-2 for the duration of your assignment. During your engagement, you will be eligible for subsidized benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, commuter benefits, and state-mandated paid sick leave. Your pay cycle (weekly or biweekly, as applicable) will be confirmed at the time of your offer. You'll also have a dedicated ApTask recruiter as your single point of contact throughout your assignment, providing ongoing support from onboarding through completion. Many of our contract opportunities are extended or converted to permanent positions based on business needs and performance. Your recruiter can share the client's historical extension and conversion trends during the interview process. Benefits, assignment duration, extension, conversion opportunities, and eligibility are subject to client requirements, business needs, and applicable plan terms.
What is the compensation range for this role?: The advertised range for this SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison/MES Upgrade Assessment Lead role is $57.14–$57.14 per hour. Where you land within the band depends on validated experience, the specific stack calibration match, and — for contract engagements — the bill-rate the client has locked in for this requisition. The recruiter will discuss the exact number during your calibration call.

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