SAP IS-Automotive Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used SAP IS-Automotive
Bernhard H.
Last position:
SAP MM Consultant, Business Solution Design Specialist at Nomen Nominandum
- Finalised several addon implementation projects as project manager, coordinating external service providers
- Implemented VAT reporting, e-invoicing, asset reporting, drug reporting to governmental authorities
- Played key role as business solution design specialist in an S/4HANA implementation project across PP-PI, eWM, QM, PM, IM, MM, SD and other logistic areas
- Designed organizational structures and processes in all logistic areas
- Developed and proofread business blueprint, managed implementation, test preparation and migration
Dieter K.
Last position:
SAP Senior Consultant at Shop and Catering
Implementation of MM and SD with integration of Diebold-Nixdorf cash registers
Capturing the required processes (inventory management, procurement, sales, and cash register processes)
Customizing MM and SD
Project planning and control
Master data upload and inventory recording using LSMW based on Excel spreadsheets
Cash register data transfer via EDI and IDoc processing (MBGMCR and ACC_DOCUMENT)
Creating extensive documentation for internal staff
No middleware; instructing and training customer staff in customizing; SAP standard as prerequisite
SAP ECC 6.0 modules MM, SD, FI
Beserithan M.
Last position:
SD Development and CRM Interaction Center Development at Sanner GmbH
- Part-time 2-3 days/week
- Developments in the SD module and CRM Interaction Center
- Consulting, customizing in SD module
- Adapting Fiori applications in the SD module
- Approval workflow for credit memos: design, concept, implementation, customizing
- Credit memo request: object type BUS 2094
- If the credit memo request value is below a certain threshold -> automatic release and removal of billing block
- If the credit memo request value is above a certain threshold -> automatic determination of the responsible employee
- The employee receives a work item in their integrated inbox or in My Inbox (Fiori) -> the employee can reject, approve, or edit the credit memo request
- UML modeling in technical documentation
- Creating a Z-table for customer sample line items
- Merging COA1 (delivery) + COA2 (CAQ) forms and adding to the spool request as a single PDF
- Correcting workflow title according to NACE, fixing message "ZBMA title is displayed incorrectly in SBWP (Workplace)"
- Receiving PLM documents from an external PLM system, creating an RFC function module, storing PLM documents in the material master as GOS objects
- On releasing a production order, reading PLM documents from MM and saving them in a shared folder for the MES system
- Displaying the number of inspection methods in a popup when creating an order -> VA01/VA02
- Automatic stock reconciliation LVS IDOC INVCON
- Performing AQUA tests
- IDOC archiving for old IDOCs
- NL_PM_drawings and storing print output, informing MES via ZPPORDER IDOC, writing technical documents
- Using SD user exits, BADIs for various requirements
- Extending screens for customer requests via screen exits
- Creating message types for sales orders, purchase orders, and invoices
- Extending CRM Interaction Center Business Partner -> Overview -> Contract with customer-specific requirements
- New Fiori application departure control with data from Z-table and standard equipment tables, displaying a pie chart, calculating "vehicles in operation"
- Extending Interaction Center Business Partner -> Overview -> new tab on Overview Page with list tables for performance feedback, attachments from GOS objects
- Extending Interaction Center Business Partner -> Overview -> new tab on Overview Page with list tables for PM quality notifications, attachments from GOS objects
- Implementing BADIs in CRM
- File storage on SAP server/UNIX server
- Using BOL/GENIL architecture in CRM development
- Project language: German
Andreas R.
Last position:
ABAP Developer, Tester at Sopra Steria SE
- Application programming (SAP IS-PS, PSM)
- Enhancement of existing ABAP/4 and ABAP Objects based programs
- Configuration management and project documentation with "Solution Manager" and "Jira"
- SAP HANA "on-premise" installation on NetWeaver 7.5.x on all customer systems
Dirk R.
Last position:
Consultant Logistics/SCM - SAP SD/LES, EDI, Sub-Project Lead at Hero Group (CH) - Schwartauer Werke GmbH & Co. KG (DE)
- S/4 HANA template rollout "PHI"
- Sales process consulting (Order to Cash), supporting the department in business process optimizations for sales and shipping
- Stock transfers (STO), specification for a client-specific transport planning and evaluation tool considering load capacities and load characteristics
- Sub-project lead for the EDI integration of external warehouses via DESADV/WHSCON, SHPORD/SHPCON, customizing, and testing
Timo G.
Last position:
S/4HANA Project Management, Board and Strategy Consulting at Services
- S/4HANA project management: book project with an online hub to derive an agile project management methodology (Scrum) based on SAP Activate, Solution Manager Focused Build, SAP Enable Now, many SAP project accelerators, community solutions and custom developments.
- Strategy consulting: overview of service providers and product vendors as well as demos and videos to present best practice processes, cloud solutions and SAP community products.
- Sales structure development: scaling the network organization via partnerships, public relations (PR), marketing, digital events etc.
- Contract terms & general terms and conditions: manufacturing and service contracts, personnel placement contracts, copyrights etc.
Olaf M.
Last position:
Founder & Managing Partner at consultingheads GmbH
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Statistics of experts using SAP IS-Automotive
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
1.5 years
Positions per freelancer
34
Top business areas
Operations, Project Management, Information Technology
Top industries
Healthcare, Information Technology, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Finance
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
100%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using SAP IS-Automotive
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
SAP IS-Automotive experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Healthcare (100%)
- Information Technology (100%)
- Professional Services (100%)
- Automotive (86%)
- Transportation (71%)
- Manufacturing (71%)
- Retail (71%)
- Telecommunication (71%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Automotive foundation
SAP IS-Automotive is the industry solution within SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA for vehicle manufacturers, importers, dealers and suppliers. It supports the commercial and operational processes that make automotive sales, distribution, service and warranty work across connected business units. Its capabilities cover vehicles, parts, customers, dealers and supplier relationships.
Core processes
The solution connects vehicle ordering and allocation with sales, delivery, invoicing and returns. It also supports dealer management, warranty and claims handling, vehicle logistics, parts processes and technical campaigns. Strong specialists understand how these flows interact with finance, controlling, procurement and supply chain operations.
SAP ecosystem
SAP IS-Automotive work commonly spans SAP SD, MM, FI, CO and CS, alongside SAP S/4HANA migration work and integration services. Depending on the landscape, professionals may also work with SAP Business Technology Platform, SAP Integration Suite, IDocs, APIs and EDI standards used by manufacturers, suppliers and dealer networks. Knowledge of master data and authorisations is essential.
- Vehicle and product master data
- Dealer and partner management
- Warranty, claims and campaign processes
- Parts, logistics and order integration
When expertise matters
Companies bring in freelance expertise when an automotive template must be adapted to local markets, a legacy SAP landscape is moving to S/4HANA, or an acquisition introduces new brands and dealer structures. Specialists are also valuable during rollout, testing, cutover and stabilisation, especially when business operations cannot pause. In Germany, collaboration may involve production sites, sales organisations and dealer networks working across on-site and remote teams.
Delivery signals
A capable professional maps business requirements to standard SAP processes before proposing extensions. They can explain configuration decisions, protect clean core principles, document integrations and coordinate testing with business users. Look for experience with end-to-end vehicle, parts, warranty and finance flows rather than isolated configuration work. Clear handling of data migration, authorisations and operational support is equally important.
Choosing a specialist
The right profile depends on the assignment: a rollout needs process design and localisation knowledge, while a migration needs S/4HANA assessment, data conversion and integration skills. Ask for examples of automotive deliverables such as process blueprints, configuration documentation, interface specifications, test scenarios and cutover plans. German language skills can help when specialists work directly with local plants, dealers or business teams, while remote delivery can work well with disciplined workshops and documentation.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with SAP IS-Automotive? These answers cover the essentials.
SAP IS-Automotive supports automotive business processes for manufacturers, importers, dealers and suppliers. Companies use it for vehicle sales, dealer management, parts distribution, warranty claims, vehicle logistics and related finance processes.
SAP IS-Automotive adds industry-specific processes and data structures to the SAP core. Standard SAP remains important for finance, procurement and logistics, while the automotive components address vehicle, dealer, warranty and industry integration requirements.
A strong SAP IS-Automotive specialist often combines automotive process knowledge with SAP SD, MM, FI, CO or CS. Integration experience with IDocs, EDI, APIs, SAP Integration Suite and master data governance is also useful for connected landscapes.
The right level depends on the assignment. SAP IS-Automotive rollout, migration and template design work requires proven end-to-end process knowledge, while testing, documentation or targeted support may suit a specialist with a narrower focus.
Many SAP IS-Automotive activities can be handled remotely, including workshops, configuration, documentation and testing coordination. On-site work may still help during plant, warehouse or dealer process validation, and German language skills can support collaboration with local business teams.
Companies often engage SAP IS-Automotive experts for rollouts, S/4HANA transitions, acquisitions, interface changes or warranty and dealer process redesign. Freelance support is also useful when internal teams need temporary capacity during testing, cutover or stabilisation.
Ask the specialist to describe a complete automotive process, from vehicle or parts master data through sales, delivery, billing and after-sales handling. Review concrete deliverables such as process maps, configuration decisions, interface designs, test evidence and cutover plans.
SAP IS-Automotive connects industry-specific automotive processes with the broader SAP financial, logistics and procurement landscape. This can reduce disconnected data flows, but it also requires specialists who understand both automotive operations and SAP integration decisions.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used SAP IS-Automotive in their recent projects is 109 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 870 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used SAP IS-Automotive in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 100% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used SAP IS-Automotive in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used SAP IS-Automotive in their recent projects are German (100%), English (86%), and Spanish (14%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used SAP IS-Automotive in their recent projects are Healthcare (100%), Information Technology (100%), and Professional Services (100%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used SAP IS-Automotive in their recent projects are Operations (100%), Project Management (100%), and Information Technology (86%).
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