SAP Platform Director - Global FMCG Leader | Indian-Based | Hybrid We're partnered with a leading FMCG organisation currently undergoing an exciting digital transformation journey, anchored by a strategic SAP core systems upgrade. As part of this transformation, we're looking for a dynamic SAP Platform Director to take ownership of the global SAP landscape and lead both operational excellence and innovation across platforms like SAP S/4HANA, ECC, BW, Central Finance, and SAP B1 . This high-impact leadership role reports directly to the Global CIO and will play a key part in shaping and evolving the company's SAP ecosystem to support long-term growth and agility. Key Responsibilities: Oversee full lifecycle management of SAP platforms across on-prem and cloud (RISE with SAP) Ensure secure, compliant, and scalable platform performance Lead internal teams and external vendors to support SAP Basis and platform operations Define and deliver SAP technical roadmaps and transformation initiatives Drive continuous improvement, automation, and cost optimisation strategies Act as a strategic advisor to SAP functional leads and business stakeholders Lead key SAP programs including upgrades, integrations, and cloud migration efforts What We're Looking For: 7+ years of SAP Basis/Platform experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role Strong hands-on experience with S/4HANA and SAP cloud technologies (e.g., SAP BTP, RISE) Proven track record of managing complex SAP landscapes in global environments Strong knowledge of system performance tuning, integrations (PI/PO), and compliance standards Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills Experience in large ERP transformation programs Fluency in English (additional European languages like French or Italian a plus) This is an exciting opportunity to lead from the front, influence enterprise architecture, and deliver true business value through SAP. Initial 3-month contract with high potential for extension Hybrid working model - 20% travel If you're an SAP leader looking for your next strategic challenge within a forward-thinking global environment - we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or message me directly to learn more.
As a dynamic SAP Platform Director at our leading FMCG organization, you will play a crucial role in the ongoing digital transformation journey, particularly focused on the strategic upgrade of SAP core systems. Your primary responsibility will be to take ownership of the global SAP landscape, ensuring operational excellence and driving innovation across various platforms such as SAP S/4HANA, ECC, BW, Central Finance, and SAP B1. Reporting directly to the Global CIO, you will be instrumental in shaping and evolving our company's SAP ecosystem to facilitate long-term growth and enhance agility. Your key responsibilities will include overseeing the full lifecycle management of SAP platforms, both on-premises and in the cloud (RISE with SAP), ensuring secure and scalable platform performance, and leading internal teams and external vendors to support SAP Basis and platform operations. Additionally, you will define and execute SAP technical roadmaps and transformation initiatives, drive continuous improvement, automation, and cost optimization strategies, and act as a strategic advisor to SAP functional leads and business stakeholders. Leading key SAP programs such as upgrades, integrations, and cloud migration efforts will also be part of your role. To excel in this position, you should possess a minimum of 7 years of SAP Basis/Platform experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong hands-on experience with S/4HANA and SAP cloud technologies, a proven track record of managing complex SAP landscapes globally, and in-depth knowledge of system performance tuning, integrations, and compliance standards are essential. Excellent leadership skills, stakeholder management capabilities, and effective communication skills are also crucial. Experience in large ERP transformation programs and fluency in English (additional European languages like French or Italian are a plus) will further strengthen your profile. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead by example, influence enterprise architecture, and deliver significant business value through SAP. The initial contract duration is 3 months with a high potential for extension, and the role follows a hybrid working model with 20% travel. If you are an experienced SAP leader seeking a strategic challenge within a forward-thinking global environment, we encourage you to apply or reach out directly to learn more about this opportunity.,