Summary: A SAP Solution Architect is needed for a 6-month contract in Manchester, working in a hybrid capacity. The role involves supporting the implementation of various SAP solutions, including SuccessFactors and S4/HANA, while collaborating with internal teams and delivery partners. The architect will be responsible for designing solutions that align with organizational objectives and ensuring successful program delivery. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and strong leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams and projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive SAP architecture that aligns with organisational objectives.
• Lead the design and integration of SAP solutions across modules, ensuring compatibility and efficiency.
• Analyse business requirements to recommend SAP solutions that drive operational effectiveness and innovation.
• Contribute to the Programme Design Authority/Solution Standardisation Board to ensure compliance with "Adopt not Adapt" principles and support conversations and impact assessments between business and technology teams.
• Advise on the operating model for post programme implementation that will ensure continuous improvement and benefit realisation from the solution.
• Oversee SAP programme technical implementation and ensure alignment with architectural standards and programme goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP solutions with other IT systems, ensuring data consistency and process alignment.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with SAP implementations, upgrades, and changes.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to security and compliance requirements and participate in audits as required.

Key Skills:

• Experience in SAP architecture, implementation, and/or solution design.
• Proven experience in full life cycle SAP implementations and large-scale transformation programmes.
• Proficiency in SAP modules and products, including SuccessFactors, S4/HANA, BTP, Analytics Cloud, and Concur.
• Knowledge of SAP integration tools (eg, PI/PO, CPI) and Middleware tools like Mulesoft.
• Familiarity with SAP cloud solutions, including SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP HANA, and SAP S/4HANA.
• Familiarity with SAP Signavio/Lean IX is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for stakeholders.
• Leadership skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams in a programme-driven environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to travel as required for programme implementation and stakeholder engagement.

Salary (Rate): £635

City: Manchester

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT