Stephan Lipphardt

Stephan Lipphardt currently serves as the Consulting Manager at SAP Deutschland SE & Co. KG, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing digital supply chain transformation initiatives. As the Head of the Practice Unit SCM DE 2, Stephan leads a dedicated team of 35 highly skilled consultants across Germany and Austria, specializing in SAP solutions such as Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), Transportation Management (TM), and core modules like Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), and Quality Management (QM). His strategic leadership ensures that SAP’s digital supply chain offerings are tailored to meet the complex needs of diverse industries, including automotive, retail, consumer products, manufacturing, and process industries.

Stephan’s expertise lies in optimizing supply chain execution through innovative SAP integrations, streamlining logistics management, and enhancing order-to-cash processes. Under his guidance, his team drives digital transformation projects that leverage SAP’s advanced SCM modules to improve supply chain visibility, increase operational efficiency, and enable real-time decision-making. His deep industry knowledge and PMI certification enable him to deliver end-to-end solutions that align with clients’ business objectives, fostering agility and resilience in their supply networks.

A key focus for Stephan is harnessing emerging technologies such as IoT, automation, and analytics within SAP’s ecosystem to create intelligent, interconnected supply chains. His leadership not only ensures successful project delivery but also promotes continuous innovation, positioning SAP’s customers at the forefront of digital supply chain management. Through his strategic vision and hands-on expertise, Stephan Lipphardt remains a driving force in transforming supply chain operations across multiple industries in the DACH region.