About The Role
Are you a seasoned SAP professional with a passion for enterprise-scale transformation? Do you thrive at the intersection of business strategy, technology, and value realization? As a Senior Industry Principal / Solution Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-impact SAP S/4HANA transformation programs for global clients. This is a senior leadership position where you will advise C‑level stakeholders, co‑create future‑ready business models, and lead complex end-to-end transformations across industries. You will operate at scale, supported by a global network of experts, and act as a trusted advisor guiding clients through strategic change – from early visioning and Phase 0 assessments to MVP delivery and enterprise rollout.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy, Consulting & Value Creation
* Generate consulting-led opportunities and contribute to industry thought leadership
* Co-create next-generation business models and end-to-end processes that drive competitive advantage and cost leadership
* Lead transformation assessments, due diligence, and executive workshops
* Build business cases, value realization models, and transformation roadmaps
* Communicate complex technology concepts in business-led, C‑suite language
Enterprise Architecture & Transformation Delivery
* Design and synthesize end-to-end processes across planning, sales, procurement, manufacturing, warehousing & logistics, plant maintenance and customer service
* Define enterprise transformation roadmaps using SAP S/4HANA, SAP best practices, SaaS line‑of‑business solutions, and partner platforms such as Microsoft and Salesforce
* Identify digitization and automation opportunities using AI, advanced analytics, RPA, IoT, and emerging technologies
* Deliver S/4HANA MVPs, templates, pilots, and scalable enterprise solutions
* Ensure business adoption and sustainable value realization post‑implementation
Data & Digital Leadership
* Lead enterprise data design efforts (CDM, LDM, PDM)
* Define data governance frameworks, operating models, and roles
* Guide data platform selection and architecture for analytics, reporting, and monetization
* Align data strategy with business outcomes and transformation goals
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
* Mentor and develop global, cross-functional teams
* Act as a hands‑on, approachable, and trusted senior leader
* Ensure solution quality, delivery excellence, and transparent feedback
* Represent the organisation as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders
* Bring industry best practices, data‑driven insights, and multiple solution options to enable informed decision‑making
* Contribute to joint product and innovation roadmaps with partners such as SAP and Microsoft
Required Skills & Experience
* 14+ years of hands‑on SAP consulting experience
* Participation in at least 5 end-to-end SAP implementations
* Experience as a Solution Architect, Program Lead, or Track Lead
* Exposure to Greenfield, Brownfield, and/or Hybrid transformation approaches
* Strong knowledge of the SAP product portfolio and consulting ecosystem
* Deep expertise in at least one domain – Finance & Controlling, Manufacturing, Logistics, or Sales (functional) and/or ABAP, UI5, Integration, Security, or Basis (technical)
* Strong IT and SAP enterprise architecture background
* Proven C‑level and senior stakeholder engagement capability
* Experience in Phase 0/transformation preparation
* SAP toolchain usage and/or administration experience
* Valid SAP certification(s)
* Strong client-facing presence, communication, and presentation skills
* Experience with solution proposals, estimations, and presales support
Preferred Qualifications
* Exposure across multiple SAP modules and industries
* Experience in SAP sales, presales, or service delivery roles
* Prior business-domain experience before entering IT
* Experience with non‑SAP platforms (e.g., Microsoft ecosystem, Salesforce)
* Thought leadership through external publications, speaking engagements, or whitepapers
Personal Attributes
* Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
* High levels of leadership maturity and proactiveness
* Passion for customer success and long‑term partnerships
* Commitment to excellence, quality, and continuous improvement
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Why Join Us?
* Influence large‑scale, global SAP transformations
* Work alongside a world‑class, international team of experts
* Engage directly with senior business leaders and shape enterprise strategy
* Drive meaningful, data‑driven outcomes that deliver real business value
* Grow your impact as a trusted advisor and industry leader
IMPORTANT
Full right to work in the UK: ILR, British passport, national. Hybrid: 3 days per week in office. Location: London or at a commutable distance. Hiring process: 2 technical interviews and a HR call. Salary: £100,000 - £110,000 Gross/a DOE + 15%-20% bonus depending of seniority + amazing benefits package.
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