Information Technology/ERP/SAP Specialist/Bilingual (English/Japanese)

SAP Application Lead/Bilingual (English/Japanese) This role will lead IT-related workstreams and collaborate closely with external partners during our SAP S/4HANA implementation. After go-live, you will serve as the primary operational lead for SAP S/4HANA, IBP, EDI/IDoc, and RPA systems. This position offers a unique combination of hands-on application operations, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination—providing both project exposure and long-term operational stability. Key Responsibilities(English/Japanese) SAP Implementation & Operations: Lead IT-related coordination and workstreams during the SAP S/4HANA implementation Collaborate with external partners and internal users to manage system activities Oversee SAP S/4HANA application operations (SD/MM/FI/CO coordination level) Support project coordination tasks including documentation, follow-up actions, and communication System Management:(English/Japanese) Manage IBP planning cycles, scheduled jobs, and basic master data synchronization Monitor EDI/IDoc workflows and perform initial troubleshooting before escalating to vendors Coordinate RPA bot operations and updates with automation vendors Manage issue triage, enhancements, and testing for application changes Compliance & Documentation:(English/Japanese) Lead IT General Controls (ITGC) activities including access review support and change management coordination Prepare documentation for SOX/J-SOX audits Maintain SOPs, operational documentation, and application runbooks Budget & Vendor Management:(English/Japanese) Track IT spending and review vendor invoices Support the annual IT budget process Minimum Qualifications(English/Japanese) 3–6 years of experience supporting SAP ERP (ECC or S/4HANA) Experience coordinating IT-related projects or enhancements and vendor management Strong understanding of SAP SD, MM, or FI/CO processes Prior hands-on experience participating in SAP implementation projectsSalary: Up to $100,000 a year + Bonus Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shift Work Location: Hybrid in Irvine, CA Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $100,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in CA 92614, US