Responsibilities
* End-to-End SAP S/4HANA Transformation Leadership
o Lead the architecture design and execution across strategy, design, migration, deployment, and post-go-live support phases.
o Define and own the target architecture for ECC S/4HANA transition (Bluefield methodology preferred).
o Embed RISE with SAP, Clean Core principles, and Fit-to-Standard methodologies into the program.
o Oversee global, multi-country, multi-entity implementations, ensuring alignment with business and IT objectives.
* Data Architecture & Migration Strategy
o Develop and execute comprehensive data migration strategies-including archiving, carve-out, and retention frameworks.
o Lead decision-making for migration scenarios (e.g., Open Items Only, Two Years + Current, or All Data).
o Utilize industry-standard tools such as SAP Data Services, SAP ILM, OpenText, and other ETL platforms.
o Balance performance, cost, and compliance while ensuring data integrity and traceability throughout the migration lifecycle.
* Compliance & Regulatory Alignment
o Ensure all architecture and migration decisions align with GDPR, SOx, and local fiscal and statutory regulations.
o Build compliance-by-design into data models, retention rules, and audit processes.
o Partner with risk and legal teams to proactively address regulatory requirements in system and data design.
* Stakeholder Leadership & Governance
o Chair architecture boards, design authorities, and cross-functional working groups.
o Influence and engage C-level executives and senior business stakeholders to drive consensus on complex architectural decisions.
o Provide thought leadership, mentorship, and direction across business, functional, and technical teams.
o Govern solution design to maintain architectural integrity, consistency, and quality across workstreams.
* Technical Breadth & Innovation
o Provide architectural oversight across SAP BTP, Fiori/UI5, Integration Suite (CPI, PI/PO), custom code remediation, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
o Evaluate and implement emerging technologies within the SAP ecosystem to drive business value.
o Champion innovation by aligning SAP's evolving roadmap (e.g., AI/ML, Sustainability, Digital Manufacturing) with business priorities.
o Maintain strong working knowledge of SAP extensibility frameworks, event-driven architectures, and API-led integrations.
Qualifications
* 2-3 full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations, including at least one major ECC to S/4HANA migration (Bluefield experience advantageous).
* Proven track record as an S/4HANA Solution or Enterprise Architect on large-scale transformation programmes.
* Strong expertise in data migration, integration, and data architecture within SAP landscapes.
* Deep understanding of SAP migration tools and methodologies.
* FMCG industry experience is highly desirable – especially across manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial functions.
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and governance skills.
* Certifications: SAP Certified Technology Architect, TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect (preferred).
* Willingness to work 2-3 days onsite in London.
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