Application Guide
How to Apply for SAP Developer – SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA (f/m/d)
at Freudenberg
🏢 About Freudenberg
Freudenberg is pioneering sustainable heavy-duty e-mobility by developing tailor-made emission-neutral energy systems. This innovative focus on green technology makes it an exciting workplace for developers passionate about combining technical expertise with environmental impact. The company's German location offers access to Europe's leading SAP ecosystem and automotive industry.
About This Role
This SAP Developer role focuses specifically on SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA, designing and implementing solutions that support Freudenberg's global trade compliance and logistics operations. The position is impactful because it directly enables the company's sustainable e-mobility solutions to navigate complex international regulations while optimizing supply chain efficiency.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves collaborating with trade compliance and logistics teams to design SAP GTS solutions that streamline international shipping processes, developing and testing new SAP HANA functionalities to optimize trade data processing, and troubleshooting system issues to ensure uninterrupted global operations supporting Freudenberg's e-mobility supply chain.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For
- Has 3+ years of hands-on SAP development experience with specific expertise in SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA (not just general SAP)
- Possesses both SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA and SAP HANA certifications, demonstrating formal validation of required technical skills
- Understands how SAP architecture supports global trade compliance in manufacturing/automotive contexts
- Has experience with Agile methodologies and cloud-based SAP solutions relevant to modern enterprise environments
📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg
Explicitly quantify your SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA experience (e.g., '3 years developing 5+ GTS modules for automotive clients') rather than just listing it
Highlight any experience with trade compliance in manufacturing or automotive sectors, as this directly relates to Freudenberg's business
Mention specific SAP HANA development projects involving performance optimization for large datasets common in global trade
Include examples of collaborating with cross-functional teams on SAP implementations, emphasizing problem-solving in complex environments
If you have cloud-based SAP experience, specify which platforms (AWS, Azure, SAP Cloud) and how they integrated with on-premise systems
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Demonstrate understanding of how SAP GTS supports sustainable e-mobility supply chains and trade compliance', 'Provide specific examples of SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA development projects with measurable outcomes', 'Connect your Agile methodology experience to efficient SAP solution delivery in collaborative environments', "Express genuine interest in Freudenberg's mission of emission-neutral energy systems and how your SAP expertise contributes"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Freudenberg's specific e-mobility products and how global trade regulations affect their supply chain
- → The company's sustainability initiatives and how technology supports their emission-neutral goals
- → Recent news about Freudenberg's expansion or partnerships in heavy-duty e-mobility
- → Germany's automotive industry regulations and how SAP GTS helps companies comply with EU trade requirements
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with generic SAP development experience without highlighting specific SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA expertise
- Failing to demonstrate understanding of how SAP solutions support business requirements in manufacturing/trade contexts
- Not having or not mentioning required certifications (SAP GTS Edition for SAP HANA and SAP HANA certifications)
📅 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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