The SAP S/4HANA ERP Architect is responsible for defining, leading, and governing the end-to-end architecture, migration, and optimization of the organization’s SAP S/4HANA ERP and SAP Ariba landscape. This role includes designing the target operating model, leading the migration from Microsoft Dynamics to the SAP S/4HANA ERP system and from Coupa to SAP Ariba, and ensuring that all business processes across Acquire to Retire, Order to Cash, Plan to Stock, Procure to Pay, Project to Profit, and Record to Report are standardized, compliant, and AI-enabled for future readiness. The Architect ensures that all finance-related processes are optimized, well-governed, and aligned with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Define and execute the ERP roadmap aligned with business strategy and group technology standards.
- Lead ERP transformation and migration initiatives.
- Establish strong governance, controls, and data standards across all ERP modules.
- Oversee the design and support of finance-related modules—General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Fixed Assets, Treasury, and Financial Planning.
- Drive automation, AI adoption, and workflow digitization in collaboration with Finance and IT teams.
- Partner with key stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, HR, and IT to ensure business alignment.
- Ensure ERP systems meet internal audit, SOX, and statutory compliance requirements.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, or Information Systems.
- Minimum of 10 years of ERP experience with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA architecture, finance transformation, and system migration.
- Proven success in delivering large-scale ERP transformation programs integrating Finance, Procurement, and HR systems.
- SAP certifications in S/4HANA Architecture and SAP Ariba preferred.
- TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification is an advantage.
Core Skills and Competencies:
- SAP S/4HANA Finance (FI/CO) and Procurement (MM/Ariba) expertise.
- ERP transformation and data migration leadership.
- Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving.
- Vendor and stakeholder management across business and IT functions.
- Ability to drive adoption, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Language Requirements: English proficiency is expected, but specific language requirements are not detailed in the job listing.
