Application Guide
How to Apply for IT Consultant
at Freudenberg
🏢 About Freudenberg
Freudenberg is a global technology group driving sustainability in heavy-duty e-mobility with tailor-made, emission-neutral energy systems. Working here means contributing to cutting-edge green technology while collaborating across international teams in a remote-first environment.
About This Role
As an IT Consultant, you will lead the design and automation of SAP FI/CO processes for a company at the forefront of sustainable mobility. Your work will directly impact financial efficiency and digital transformation, leveraging technologies like RPA and AI to streamline global finance operations.
💡 A Day in the Life
Start your day with a virtual stand-up with global finance stakeholders to review automation progress. Spend the morning analyzing requirements and configuring SAP FI/CO solutions, then lead a Fit-to-Standard workshop in the afternoon. End the day by testing a new RPA workflow for invoice processing and documenting best practices.
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🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For
- A seasoned SAP FI/CO expert with 10–15 years of experience, including multiple S/4HANA transformations and a strong track record in finance automation.
- A strategic thinker who can lead Fit-to-Standard workshops, identify automation opportunities, and design end-to-end solutions integrating SAP with external platforms.
- Hands-on with automation tools like RPA, OCR/e-invoicing, and reconciliation automation, and familiar with AI/ML use cases in finance.
- Collaborative and communicative, able to work effectively with global Process Owners, Shared Services, and local Finance teams in a remote setting.
📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg
Highlight specific S/4HANA transformation projects you've led, detailing your role in design and configuration.
Provide concrete examples of automation initiatives you've driven (e.g., RPA for invoice processing, closing acceleration).
Tailor your resume to emphasize experience with workflow orchestration, e-invoicing, and touchless processing.
In your cover letter, connect your work to Freudenberg's mission of emission-neutral e-mobility.
Prepare to discuss how you've managed cross-functional teams and remote collaboration in previous roles.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your expertise in SAP FI/CO and S/4HANA transformations, with specific project examples.', "Your passion for finance automation and digitalization, linking it to Freudenberg's sustainability goals.", 'Your ability to lead workshops and collaborate with global stakeholders.', 'Your hands-on experience with automation tools (RPA, OCR, AI/ML) and their business impact.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore Freudenberg's e-mobility projects and how their energy systems work for heavy-duty vehicles.
- → Read about Freudenberg's sustainability commitments and recent innovations in emission-neutral technology.
- → Understand the company's global structure and how IT supports finance operations across regions.
- → Look into Freudenberg's use of SAP and any public case studies on their digital transformation.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Focusing only on technical SAP skills without showing business process understanding or automation mindset.
- Not demonstrating experience with specific automation tools (RPA, OCR) – vague mentions won't suffice.
- Failing to tailor your application to the company's mission – generic applications are easily spotted.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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