SAP Head - Digital Transformation, SAP S/4 HANA

Job Description

Position Summary As the Head of SAP, you will play a pivotal role in driving the organization towards digital transformation and operational excellence. Your vision will be to leverage SAP S/4 HANA as a catalyst for innovation, efficiency, and strategic growth. By implementing best-in-class solutions and optimizing business processes, you will empower our teams to unlock their full potential and deliver exceptional value to our customers and stakeholders. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of our organization, positioning us as a leader in the industry and driving sustainable success in an ever-evolving landscape. You will lead and oversee the implementation and optimization of SAP S/4 HANA within our organization. Reporting directly to the CIO, you will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives, streamlining processes, and ensuring the successful integration of SAP S/4 HANA across all departments. Additionally, 10-12 people will report to this position, in addition to the outsourced partner. Key Result Areas 1. SAP Implementation Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and management of SAP S/4 HANA implementation projects from initiation to completion. Ensure alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints. 2. Financial Expertise: Utilize your strong background in finance to understand and address the unique financial requirements and challenges of the organization. Collaborate with finance teams to develop and implement solutions that optimize financial processes within SAP S/4 HANA. 3. Business Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for business process improvement and optimization through the implementation of SAP S/4 HANA. Work closely with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, and drive productivity gains. 4. Change Management: Lead change management efforts to drive user adoption and acceptance of SAP S/4 HANA across the organization. Develop and execute comprehensive change management plans, including training programs and communication strategies. 5. Vendor Management: Manage relationships with SAP implementation partners, consultants, and vendors. Ensure adherence to project scope, deliverables, and service level agreements (SLAs) to achieve successful outcomes. 6. Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert on SAP S/4 HANA functionality, capabilities, and best practices. Provide guidance and support to internal teams on system configuration, customization, and integration requirements. 7. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks and issues to minimize potential disruptions to implementation timelines and objectives. Proactively address challenges and obstacles to ensure the successful delivery of SAP S/4 HANA projects. 8. Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the SAP team and across the organization. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of SAP S/4 HANA implementation and identify areas for enhancement. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven record of accomplishment of at least 5 years in successfully leading SAP S/4 HANA implementation projects in a mid-sized organization, with additional pharmaceutical industry experience being a significant advantage. Extensive experience of at least 5 years in finance, accounting, or related fields, with a deep understanding of financial processes and systems. Advanced knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA modules, functionality, and configuration options. Certification in SAP S/4 HANA or relevant SAP modules preferred. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor cross-functional teams. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Experience with change management, business process optimization, and project management methodologies