Principal - Enterprise Applications

This role is for a senior SAP S/4HANA Solution Architect with extensive experience leading large scale, global SAP transformation programs. The position combines enterprise architecture, deep SAP expertise, business consulting, and people leadership. The architect acts as a trusted advisor to clients, shaping end to end supply chain transformation journeys from strategy and design through delivery and adoption.

The role involves defining future state business models and E2E processes, building SAP S/4HANA based transformation roadmaps, and identifying opportunities for digitisation and automation using technologies such as AI, IoT, RPA, and Blockchain. Strong engagement with C level and senior stakeholders is central, including leading workshops, supporting business case development, and securing buy in for transformation initiatives.

The architect leads Phase0 assessments, business blueprints, PoCs, MVPs, pilots, and full implementations, while ensuring alignment with SAP best practices and partner roadmaps. The role also includes close collaboration with ecosystem partners such as SAP and Microsoft.

In addition, the position carries people leadership responsibilities, mentoring and governing global teams, providing hands on guidance, and ensuring delivery quality. The individual represents the organisation as the face of credibility and best practice to the client.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 14+ years of hands on SAP consulting experience
• Proven Solution Architect or Lead on multiple SAP end to end implementations
• Strong functional (Finance, Manufacturing, Logistics, Sales) or technical (ABAP, UI5, Integration, Basis, Security) SAP expertise
• Experience with Greenfield, Brownfield, or Hybrid S/4HANA transformations
• Strong business acumen, client facing skills, and C suite engagement experience
• SAP architecture knowledge, SAP certifications, and transformation preparation experience
• Full right to work in the UK: ILR, British passport, national

Location: London or at a commutable distance.

This is a pivotal role that offers hybrid working arrangements. Core benefits include a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture. Consider applying if you are looking to leverage your SAP expertise for significant project outcomes and collaboration.