SAP MM Functional Consultant

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The SAP MM Functional Consultant will support the design, configuration, testing, implementation and ongoing improvement of SAP Materials Management solutions. Typical requirements include practical SAP MM experience, knowledge of procurement, inventory management, purchasing and master data processes, and familiarity with integration to finance, sales, production or warehouse modules. Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP, business process analysis and SAP implementation projects is advantageous. Candidates should be comfortable gathering requirements, preparing functional specifications, coordinating with technical teams, conducting user acceptance testing and supporting business users. Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills are expected, along with the ability to work independently and within international project teams.

About the employer

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation company headquartered in France, with operations across more than 50 countries. It helps organizations modernize technology, improve business processes and create digital products through consulting, systems integration, cloud services, engineering, data, artificial intelligence and managed services. Capgemini works with clients in industries including financial services, manufacturing, consumer products, telecommunications, energy and the public sector. Its SAP practice supports enterprise resource planning transformations, including SAP S/4HANA, supply chain, finance, procurement and cloud-related solutions. In Malaysia, the company offers opportunities to work with regional and international clients, often in multicultural delivery teams. Roles may involve implementation projects, application support, process improvement and emerging SAP technologies. The work environment generally suits professionals who value structured delivery, continuous learning, collaboration and exposure to large-scale digital transformation programmes.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied opportunities for SAP and technology professionals, especially in Kuala Lumpur, Cyberjaya, Penang and Johor Bahru. Kuala Lumpur provides the widest choice of consulting, shared-services and multinational employers, while Penang is strong in electronics and manufacturing. For island living, Penang combines a lively food culture, heritage streets and beaches, whereas Langkawi offers a quieter, more resort-oriented lifestyle. Sabah and Sarawak on Borneo provide nature, outdoor activities and growing business centres, although specialist technology roles are more concentrated in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous influences, and English is widely used in professional workplaces. Living costs are moderate compared with Singapore, though central Kuala Lumpur is more expensive. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, with the company handling the application. Candidates should confirm eligibility, salary thresholds, healthcare, taxation and relocation support before accepting an offer.