Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Manchester, Lancashire
Summary of Role Purpose: As a Senior Test Manager, you will spearhead highimpact S/4HANA transformations, leading the end to end testing strategy, governance, and delivery across complex programmes and multiple Description of the role: You will ensure quality and innovation across large-scale, diverse landscapes while providing strong leadership to testing teams, managing stakeholders at all levels, and driving continuous improvement in testing processes, tooling, and automation. Experience setting up QE standards and patterns implementing best practices, asset libraries, test data & tooling strategies. Lead the end to end SAP testing strategy across S/4HANA transformations, upgrades, and complex multi module deployments. Define SAP specific test governance, quality frameworks, and best practice methodologies aligned to SAP Activate and programme delivery models. Oversee planning and execution of all SAP test phases, including SIT, UAT, Regression, E2E, Pair Testing, Integrations, Data Migration Testing, and Non Functional Testing. Manage cross functional SAP testing teams covering modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, PM, SuccessFactors, Ariba, BW/BI, BTP and third party integrations. Coordinate testing across multiple streams including functional, technical, security, interfaces (IDocs, APIs), and middleware platforms (e.g., PI/PO, CPI). Ensure SAP test readiness, including environments, transports, cutover testing plans, data availability, and solution stability. Oversee SAP test automation strategy using tools such as Tricentis Tosca, CBTA, Worksoft, or similar frameworks. Drive continuous improvement in SAP test practices, automation adoption, reporting, and reusable test accelerators. Collaborate with programme leadership, SAP architects, data migration teams, and business SMEs to align test scope, integration flows, and acceptance criteria. Ensure adherence to SAP regulatory, compliance, audit, and security standards. Provide structured test reporting, KPIs, quality dashboards, and risk assessments for PMO, Steering Committees, and governance boards. Ensure testing processes adhere to organisational and regulatory standards, including data privacy and security requirements. In depth understanding of how to define & manage risks, issues & interdependencies Assessing problems from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered when making decisions Proactively driving forward new and creative ideas which benefit the client and stakeholders Role dimensions: Strategy & Governance: Define and own the overarching test strategy, framework, standards, and governance model. Create test policies, test plans, and quality metrics for large-scale programmes. Collaborate for success: Partner with stakeholders to keep projects aligned and moving forward execution and report progress, risks, and actionable insights to senior leadership. Optimize delivery: Take full ownership of test execution by driving planning, preparation, and defect resolution across every phase of transformation. Continuously identify improvement opportunities to make processes smarter, faster, and more efficient. Shape the future: Build tailored approaches for upcoming SAP testing opportunities and champion SAP Business Assurance. Grow talent: Develop learning plans to boost SAP testing skills and inspire excellence across the team. The Person: Essential experience Proven track record of leading testing for SAP S/4HANA implementations, migrations, or upgrades in complex, multi-site environments. Strong experience across key SAP modules such as S/4HANA Sourcing & Procurement, FI, SD, SuccessFactors, or related functional areas. Extensive experience in test management, with significant on SAP S/4HANA projects Proficiency in SAP Solution Manager, Cloud ALM, or other test management tools (e.g., TRICENTIS QTEST, HP ALM, Atlassian Jira with Xray). Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., SAP CBTA, Selenium, TOSCA or Worksoft Certify). Strong understanding of Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid delivery methodologies within SAP programme environments. Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing cross functional, onshore/offshore, and vendor testing teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence management and stakeholders, and to build and maintain strong team and client relationships. Strong analytical and problem solving mindset, able to translate complex SAP business processes into clear, testable scenario. Able to assess problems from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered when making decisions. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
24/06/2026
Full time
Summary of Role Purpose: As a Senior Test Manager, you will spearhead highimpact S/4HANA transformations, leading the end to end testing strategy, governance, and delivery across complex programmes and multiple Description of the role: You will ensure quality and innovation across large-scale, diverse landscapes while providing strong leadership to testing teams, managing stakeholders at all levels, and driving continuous improvement in testing processes, tooling, and automation. Experience setting up QE standards and patterns implementing best practices, asset libraries, test data & tooling strategies. Lead the end to end SAP testing strategy across S/4HANA transformations, upgrades, and complex multi module deployments. Define SAP specific test governance, quality frameworks, and best practice methodologies aligned to SAP Activate and programme delivery models. Oversee planning and execution of all SAP test phases, including SIT, UAT, Regression, E2E, Pair Testing, Integrations, Data Migration Testing, and Non Functional Testing. Manage cross functional SAP testing teams covering modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, PM, SuccessFactors, Ariba, BW/BI, BTP and third party integrations. Coordinate testing across multiple streams including functional, technical, security, interfaces (IDocs, APIs), and middleware platforms (e.g., PI/PO, CPI). Ensure SAP test readiness, including environments, transports, cutover testing plans, data availability, and solution stability. Oversee SAP test automation strategy using tools such as Tricentis Tosca, CBTA, Worksoft, or similar frameworks. Drive continuous improvement in SAP test practices, automation adoption, reporting, and reusable test accelerators. Collaborate with programme leadership, SAP architects, data migration teams, and business SMEs to align test scope, integration flows, and acceptance criteria. Ensure adherence to SAP regulatory, compliance, audit, and security standards. Provide structured test reporting, KPIs, quality dashboards, and risk assessments for PMO, Steering Committees, and governance boards. Ensure testing processes adhere to organisational and regulatory standards, including data privacy and security requirements. In depth understanding of how to define & manage risks, issues & interdependencies Assessing problems from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered when making decisions Proactively driving forward new and creative ideas which benefit the client and stakeholders Role dimensions: Strategy & Governance: Define and own the overarching test strategy, framework, standards, and governance model. Create test policies, test plans, and quality metrics for large-scale programmes. Collaborate for success: Partner with stakeholders to keep projects aligned and moving forward execution and report progress, risks, and actionable insights to senior leadership. Optimize delivery: Take full ownership of test execution by driving planning, preparation, and defect resolution across every phase of transformation. Continuously identify improvement opportunities to make processes smarter, faster, and more efficient. Shape the future: Build tailored approaches for upcoming SAP testing opportunities and champion SAP Business Assurance. Grow talent: Develop learning plans to boost SAP testing skills and inspire excellence across the team. The Person: Essential experience Proven track record of leading testing for SAP S/4HANA implementations, migrations, or upgrades in complex, multi-site environments. Strong experience across key SAP modules such as S/4HANA Sourcing & Procurement, FI, SD, SuccessFactors, or related functional areas. Extensive experience in test management, with significant on SAP S/4HANA projects Proficiency in SAP Solution Manager, Cloud ALM, or other test management tools (e.g., TRICENTIS QTEST, HP ALM, Atlassian Jira with Xray). Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., SAP CBTA, Selenium, TOSCA or Worksoft Certify). Strong understanding of Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid delivery methodologies within SAP programme environments. Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing cross functional, onshore/offshore, and vendor testing teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence management and stakeholders, and to build and maintain strong team and client relationships. Strong analytical and problem solving mindset, able to translate complex SAP business processes into clear, testable scenario. Able to assess problems from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered when making decisions. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
The job on offer The SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain Consultant will be responsible for helping drive growth, shaping, delivering and development of our SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain opportunities and projects in the UK. Working alongside Capgemini's team of specialists in SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain, you will help to both develop our opportunity pipeline, bringing your deep expertise, knowledge, and experience, as well as delivering innovative projects to our existing and new clients. You will have broad capabilities in designing and delivering complex SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain solutions, in several different industry sectors with diverse challenges and requirements. You should be able to demonstrate how you have steered clients in quickly understanding and then shaping their business needs into SAP solutions that drive positive outcomes. You will have delivery experience of working in large, complex, multi-stream projects and have broad awareness across a arrange of supply chain process areas. You will demonstrate market eminence and how you have leveraged your network and relationships with key partners such as SAP to develop opportunities and support ongoing client engagements. This role is a unique chance to work with the latest technologies, for example: S/4HANA, IoT, UI5, Digital, Cloud and Mobile, helping Clients renew their enterprise as they move through their transformation journeys. You will be given the opportunity of working on single or multiple project lifecycles, at any or all stages, from shaping the transformation roadmap, through to overseeing agile delivery. Your role Be part of a team that solves problems and provide solutions for large, corporate clients in multiple sectors, working in cross-discipline, agile and distributed teams. • Lead your functional area within the engagement as a Senior S4/HANA Procurement consultant to deliver full project life cycle delivery, supporting and mentoring where necessary. • Develop skills to provide thought leadership to our clients and internal customers with your knowledge of available solutions both within the SAP portfolio, and the supporting products recognised within the industries. • Alongside project delivery you will manage and develop your career through training, networking and contributing to the practice and wider group growth and objectives. Your profile • You have a passion to work with our clients, advising them on how to get the most out of their SAP technologies • You will have a depth of consulting and functional experience of working across SAP Supply Chain business processes in S/4 Procurement with knowledge of Ariba Integration, Stock and Non-Stock Purchasing, Logistics and MRP. • Industry and business process knowledge in one or more of the following sectors; Utilities, Aerospace and Defence, Consumer Products or Discrete Manufacturing • Knowledge of the strategic direction of SAP and related products. About our UK SAP Practice Capgemini UK is a leading SAP Integration Partner, helping our clients navigate through complex SAP transformations. Capgemini UK has 1000 + SAP practitioners across UK & India and are ranked for SAP S/4HANA certifications in UK and globally. We work closely with our clients to transform their business together using the latest SAP products and architecture, a deep knowledge of industries and markets, and innovative delivery methodologies. Why Capgemini is unique At Capgemini we don't just believe in Diversity & Inclusion, we actively go out to making it a working reality. Driven by our core values and Active Inclusion Campaign, we build environments where you can bring you whole self to work. Capgemini offers the opportunity to shape your career path, based on your interests and ambitions. For example, if you want to become a 'People Manager' Connected Manager learning journey is there for you. If you want to become an 'Architect' our Global Architect Community offerings can help you get there. Get the future you want Growing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. But when you join Capgemini, you join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. A powerful source of energy that drives us all to find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses. And it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. And you'll use them to help our clients leverage technology to grow their business and give innovation that human touch the world needs. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is. Capgemini. Get The Future You Want. About Capgemini Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided everyday by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of 300,000 team members in nearly 50 countries. With its strong 50 year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fueled by the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering and platforms. The Group reported in 2021 global revenues of €18 billion. Get the Future You Want
19/09/2022
Full time
The job on offer The SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain Consultant will be responsible for helping drive growth, shaping, delivering and development of our SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain opportunities and projects in the UK. Working alongside Capgemini's team of specialists in SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain, you will help to both develop our opportunity pipeline, bringing your deep expertise, knowledge, and experience, as well as delivering innovative projects to our existing and new clients. You will have broad capabilities in designing and delivering complex SAP S4/HANA Procurement & Supply Chain solutions, in several different industry sectors with diverse challenges and requirements. You should be able to demonstrate how you have steered clients in quickly understanding and then shaping their business needs into SAP solutions that drive positive outcomes. You will have delivery experience of working in large, complex, multi-stream projects and have broad awareness across a arrange of supply chain process areas. You will demonstrate market eminence and how you have leveraged your network and relationships with key partners such as SAP to develop opportunities and support ongoing client engagements. This role is a unique chance to work with the latest technologies, for example: S/4HANA, IoT, UI5, Digital, Cloud and Mobile, helping Clients renew their enterprise as they move through their transformation journeys. You will be given the opportunity of working on single or multiple project lifecycles, at any or all stages, from shaping the transformation roadmap, through to overseeing agile delivery. Your role Be part of a team that solves problems and provide solutions for large, corporate clients in multiple sectors, working in cross-discipline, agile and distributed teams. • Lead your functional area within the engagement as a Senior S4/HANA Procurement consultant to deliver full project life cycle delivery, supporting and mentoring where necessary. • Develop skills to provide thought leadership to our clients and internal customers with your knowledge of available solutions both within the SAP portfolio, and the supporting products recognised within the industries. • Alongside project delivery you will manage and develop your career through training, networking and contributing to the practice and wider group growth and objectives. Your profile • You have a passion to work with our clients, advising them on how to get the most out of their SAP technologies • You will have a depth of consulting and functional experience of working across SAP Supply Chain business processes in S/4 Procurement with knowledge of Ariba Integration, Stock and Non-Stock Purchasing, Logistics and MRP. • Industry and business process knowledge in one or more of the following sectors; Utilities, Aerospace and Defence, Consumer Products or Discrete Manufacturing • Knowledge of the strategic direction of SAP and related products. About our UK SAP Practice Capgemini UK is a leading SAP Integration Partner, helping our clients navigate through complex SAP transformations. Capgemini UK has 1000 + SAP practitioners across UK & India and are ranked for SAP S/4HANA certifications in UK and globally. We work closely with our clients to transform their business together using the latest SAP products and architecture, a deep knowledge of industries and markets, and innovative delivery methodologies. Why Capgemini is unique At Capgemini we don't just believe in Diversity & Inclusion, we actively go out to making it a working reality. Driven by our core values and Active Inclusion Campaign, we build environments where you can bring you whole self to work. Capgemini offers the opportunity to shape your career path, based on your interests and ambitions. For example, if you want to become a 'People Manager' Connected Manager learning journey is there for you. If you want to become an 'Architect' our Global Architect Community offerings can help you get there. Get the future you want Growing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. But when you join Capgemini, you join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. A powerful source of energy that drives us all to find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses. And it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. And you'll use them to help our clients leverage technology to grow their business and give innovation that human touch the world needs. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is. Capgemini. Get The Future You Want. About Capgemini Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided everyday by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of 300,000 team members in nearly 50 countries. With its strong 50 year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fueled by the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering and platforms. The Group reported in 2021 global revenues of €18 billion. Get the Future You Want
Technology Consulting - SAP Finance - Manager - UK At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY Technology professionals focus on harnessing the power of technology to unleash human potential. They seek to deliver innovative tech-based solutions and in doing so, enhance our market impact and improve service delivery The opportunity Are you fascinated by technology, automation and strategic business and technology consultancy? Do you have the consulting skills to resolve complex technology and business issues? Are you able to use your business insight and technological expertise to identify how our clients can find new revenue and value-producing opportunities? Do you possess the right mindset, experience and capabilities to transform our clients business towards a digital enterprise enabled by SAP S/4ANA? Are you willing to deepen your current IT/Business skills in a high-performing environment? Then the opportunity is now! Having undergone a paradigm shift in recent years, SAP offers an innovative high-performance real-time platform and solutions which meet the needs of end-to-end digitised enterprises. Our EY SAP team is focused on working with our clients to leverage these SAP innovations and create business value. This could for example mean: Re-defining a finance functions financial processes based on S/4HANA to reduce both Opex and Capex, Optimising Sales & Operations planning by utilising the possibilities of granular and real-time forecasting and data to improve insight, or Creating strategic insight by adopting SAP predictive analytics to better understand customer behaviour and prevent potential customer churn whilst growing the top line. We are looking for technology-minded, business-focused and creative senior consultants with a passion for bringing context to SAP innovations and ability to demonstrate how it can help transform our clients' day to day operations. We are looking for people who have been there and done it, who want to keep close to the technology and who want to deliver solutions that have optimum impact on their clients. We are looking for people who can bring in their own business knowledge to engage at all levels with EY clients. Your key responsibilities In your role as an EY Consultant in our Technology Service Delivery, you will have responsibility for designing & delivering key aspects of our projects and transformation programmes within our client base. You will be expected to: Deliver strategic and operational change Support / deliver the cost/benefits case Manage a work stream on a client facing engagement Engage and collaborate with clients' stakeholders across all levels of the organisation Build excellent client relationships Work as part of a high performing team, mentoring junior members of staff As a Manager you would be expected to: Act as a line manager to Senior Consultants and ACPs Develop excellent client relationships Influence stakeholders across all levels, including CEO Deliver with the use of proven project methodology Mange profitable engagements Council and mentor more junior members of staff Generate sales according to Advisory targets. Skills and attributes for success You will have knowledge and experience of the following: SAP software solutions - Underpinned with strong functional process knowledge and an ability to contextualise technology and deliver business value Designing and delivering SAP solutions (incl. evidence of displaying thoughtful insight) in one or more of the following areas: SAP S/4HANA SAP Finance SAP Project Systems SAP Group Reporting SAP Central Finance SAP Analytics, performance management and Reporting SAP Financial planning solutions - BPC and/or SAC for Planning SAP Ariba SAP Concur To qualify for the role you MUST have The ability to Manage projects independently from 'Discovery' phase through to go-live by applying as well as technical and business knowledge The ability to structure teams, manage work streams and create end to end solutions Excellent communication skills with fluency in English and ability to build 'Trusted Adviser' relationships The ability to define and evaluate end-to-end finance business processes and its integration with Procurement, Sales, Supply chain, Manufacturing, Payroll and HR etc. Ability to capture and translate business needs into functional specifications Able to lead and facilitate customer workshops Ability to lead in presales activities and product demonstrations A deep understanding of the Technology Development Lifecycle Strong project management techniques experience with Waterfall, Hybrid-Agile and Agile methods (e.g. Scrum, Lean, Kanban) Willingness to travel as required in relation to working at Client Sites on specific engagements Ideally, you'll also have 8+ years of experience in complex SAP delivery Experience of project delivery using SAP Activate An understanding of business transformation including Target Operating model definition and benefits case development Be qualified or working towards an accounting qualification Holds SAP certification A progressive approach to SAP implementation, experience of SAP solution architecture An understanding of the SAP roadmap and industry trends Exposure to the given market would be advantageous What we look for You will be comfortable working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, where you operate collaboratively with clients to help them digitize their business processes utilizing the latest SAP technology. You will add value by contextualizing, designing and delivering solutions within your domain expertise, you are expected to continuously develop your skills and product knowledge, staying up-to-date with SAP's innovations and leveraging this to provide insight and creative solutions. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now.
01/02/2022
Full time
Technology Consulting - SAP Finance - Manager - UK At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY Technology professionals focus on harnessing the power of technology to unleash human potential. They seek to deliver innovative tech-based solutions and in doing so, enhance our market impact and improve service delivery The opportunity Are you fascinated by technology, automation and strategic business and technology consultancy? Do you have the consulting skills to resolve complex technology and business issues? Are you able to use your business insight and technological expertise to identify how our clients can find new revenue and value-producing opportunities? Do you possess the right mindset, experience and capabilities to transform our clients business towards a digital enterprise enabled by SAP S/4ANA? Are you willing to deepen your current IT/Business skills in a high-performing environment? Then the opportunity is now! Having undergone a paradigm shift in recent years, SAP offers an innovative high-performance real-time platform and solutions which meet the needs of end-to-end digitised enterprises. Our EY SAP team is focused on working with our clients to leverage these SAP innovations and create business value. This could for example mean: Re-defining a finance functions financial processes based on S/4HANA to reduce both Opex and Capex, Optimising Sales & Operations planning by utilising the possibilities of granular and real-time forecasting and data to improve insight, or Creating strategic insight by adopting SAP predictive analytics to better understand customer behaviour and prevent potential customer churn whilst growing the top line. We are looking for technology-minded, business-focused and creative senior consultants with a passion for bringing context to SAP innovations and ability to demonstrate how it can help transform our clients' day to day operations. We are looking for people who have been there and done it, who want to keep close to the technology and who want to deliver solutions that have optimum impact on their clients. We are looking for people who can bring in their own business knowledge to engage at all levels with EY clients. Your key responsibilities In your role as an EY Consultant in our Technology Service Delivery, you will have responsibility for designing & delivering key aspects of our projects and transformation programmes within our client base. You will be expected to: Deliver strategic and operational change Support / deliver the cost/benefits case Manage a work stream on a client facing engagement Engage and collaborate with clients' stakeholders across all levels of the organisation Build excellent client relationships Work as part of a high performing team, mentoring junior members of staff As a Manager you would be expected to: Act as a line manager to Senior Consultants and ACPs Develop excellent client relationships Influence stakeholders across all levels, including CEO Deliver with the use of proven project methodology Mange profitable engagements Council and mentor more junior members of staff Generate sales according to Advisory targets. Skills and attributes for success You will have knowledge and experience of the following: SAP software solutions - Underpinned with strong functional process knowledge and an ability to contextualise technology and deliver business value Designing and delivering SAP solutions (incl. evidence of displaying thoughtful insight) in one or more of the following areas: SAP S/4HANA SAP Finance SAP Project Systems SAP Group Reporting SAP Central Finance SAP Analytics, performance management and Reporting SAP Financial planning solutions - BPC and/or SAC for Planning SAP Ariba SAP Concur To qualify for the role you MUST have The ability to Manage projects independently from 'Discovery' phase through to go-live by applying as well as technical and business knowledge The ability to structure teams, manage work streams and create end to end solutions Excellent communication skills with fluency in English and ability to build 'Trusted Adviser' relationships The ability to define and evaluate end-to-end finance business processes and its integration with Procurement, Sales, Supply chain, Manufacturing, Payroll and HR etc. Ability to capture and translate business needs into functional specifications Able to lead and facilitate customer workshops Ability to lead in presales activities and product demonstrations A deep understanding of the Technology Development Lifecycle Strong project management techniques experience with Waterfall, Hybrid-Agile and Agile methods (e.g. Scrum, Lean, Kanban) Willingness to travel as required in relation to working at Client Sites on specific engagements Ideally, you'll also have 8+ years of experience in complex SAP delivery Experience of project delivery using SAP Activate An understanding of business transformation including Target Operating model definition and benefits case development Be qualified or working towards an accounting qualification Holds SAP certification A progressive approach to SAP implementation, experience of SAP solution architecture An understanding of the SAP roadmap and industry trends Exposure to the given market would be advantageous What we look for You will be comfortable working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, where you operate collaboratively with clients to help them digitize their business processes utilizing the latest SAP technology. You will add value by contextualizing, designing and delivering solutions within your domain expertise, you are expected to continuously develop your skills and product knowledge, staying up-to-date with SAP's innovations and leveraging this to provide insight and creative solutions. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now.
SAP Tech Enabled Transformation Supply Chain - Manager At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. The opportunity Having undergone a paradigm shift in recent years, SAP offers an innovative high-performance real-time platform and solutions which meet the needs of end-to-end digitised enterprises. Our EY SAP team is focused on working with our clients to leverage these SAP innovations and create business value. This could for example mean: Re-defining a finance functions financial processes based on S/4HANA to reduce both Opex and Capex, Optimising Sales & Operations planning by utilising the possibilities of granular and real-time forecasting and data to improve insight, or Creating strategic insight by adopting SAP predictive analytics to better understand customer behaviour and prevent potential customer churn whilst growing the top line. We are looking for technology-minded, business-focused and creative senior consultants with a passion for bringing context to SAP innovations and ability to demonstrate how it can help transform our clients' day to day operations. We are looking for people who have been there and done it, who want to keep close to the technology and who want to deliver solutions that have optimum impact on their clients. Responsibilities, Qualifications, Certifications - External Your key responsibilities In your role as an EY Consultant you will have responsibility for designing & delivering key aspects of our projects and transformation programmes within our client base. You will be expected to: Deliver strategic and operational change Manage a work stream on a client facing engagement Engage and collaborate with clients' stakeholders across all levels of the organisation Build excellent client relationships Work as part of a high performing team, mentoring junior members of staff As a Manager you would be expected to: Act as a line manager to Senior Consultants and ACPs Develop excellent client relationships; Influence stakeholders across all levels, including CEO Deliver with the use of proven project methodology Mange profitable engagements; Council and mentor more junior members of staff Generate sales according to Advisory targets. Skills and attributes for success You will have knowledge and experience of the following: SAP software solutions - Underpinned with strong functional process knowledge and an ability to contextualise technology and deliver business value Designing and delivering SAP solutions (incl. evidence of displaying thoughtful insight) in one or more of the following areas: SAP S/4HANA SAP Procurement, including Ariba SAP Projects Systems SAP Plant Maintenance and Asset Management SAP Manufacturing SAP Sales and Distribution SAP Logistics and Warehousing To qualify for the role you must have The ability to structure teams, manage work streams and create solutions Able to lead and facilitate customer workshops A deep understanding of the Technology Development Lifecycle Strong experience with Waterfall, Hybrid-Agile and Agile methods (eg. Scrum, Lean, Kanban) Willingness to travel as required in relation to working at Client Sites on specific engagements Ideally, you'll also have Experience in complex SAP delivery Experience of project delivery using SAP Activate A progressive approach to SAP implementation, experience of SAP solution architecture An understanding of the SAP roadmap and industry trends Exposure to the given market would be advantageous What working at EY Agility works offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now.
01/02/2022
Full time
SAP Tech Enabled Transformation Supply Chain - Manager At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. The opportunity Having undergone a paradigm shift in recent years, SAP offers an innovative high-performance real-time platform and solutions which meet the needs of end-to-end digitised enterprises. Our EY SAP team is focused on working with our clients to leverage these SAP innovations and create business value. This could for example mean: Re-defining a finance functions financial processes based on S/4HANA to reduce both Opex and Capex, Optimising Sales & Operations planning by utilising the possibilities of granular and real-time forecasting and data to improve insight, or Creating strategic insight by adopting SAP predictive analytics to better understand customer behaviour and prevent potential customer churn whilst growing the top line. We are looking for technology-minded, business-focused and creative senior consultants with a passion for bringing context to SAP innovations and ability to demonstrate how it can help transform our clients' day to day operations. We are looking for people who have been there and done it, who want to keep close to the technology and who want to deliver solutions that have optimum impact on their clients. Responsibilities, Qualifications, Certifications - External Your key responsibilities In your role as an EY Consultant you will have responsibility for designing & delivering key aspects of our projects and transformation programmes within our client base. You will be expected to: Deliver strategic and operational change Manage a work stream on a client facing engagement Engage and collaborate with clients' stakeholders across all levels of the organisation Build excellent client relationships Work as part of a high performing team, mentoring junior members of staff As a Manager you would be expected to: Act as a line manager to Senior Consultants and ACPs Develop excellent client relationships; Influence stakeholders across all levels, including CEO Deliver with the use of proven project methodology Mange profitable engagements; Council and mentor more junior members of staff Generate sales according to Advisory targets. Skills and attributes for success You will have knowledge and experience of the following: SAP software solutions - Underpinned with strong functional process knowledge and an ability to contextualise technology and deliver business value Designing and delivering SAP solutions (incl. evidence of displaying thoughtful insight) in one or more of the following areas: SAP S/4HANA SAP Procurement, including Ariba SAP Projects Systems SAP Plant Maintenance and Asset Management SAP Manufacturing SAP Sales and Distribution SAP Logistics and Warehousing To qualify for the role you must have The ability to structure teams, manage work streams and create solutions Able to lead and facilitate customer workshops A deep understanding of the Technology Development Lifecycle Strong experience with Waterfall, Hybrid-Agile and Agile methods (eg. Scrum, Lean, Kanban) Willingness to travel as required in relation to working at Client Sites on specific engagements Ideally, you'll also have Experience in complex SAP delivery Experience of project delivery using SAP Activate A progressive approach to SAP implementation, experience of SAP solution architecture An understanding of the SAP roadmap and industry trends Exposure to the given market would be advantageous What working at EY Agility works offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now.
Senior SAP Trainer This is an extremely exciting permanent opportunity for a Senior SAP Trainer to join a leading company at their head offices in Warwickshire. Our client is an exciting and inspiring company to work for where investment in their people's skills and knowledge is integral to their success. Reporting to the Training Manager, you will be assigned to a workstream on the project and aligned with a function within the company. Working collaboratively, you will develop, implement, and execute a learning strategy which supports users with new best-practise using SAP S4/HANA. You will create and maintain excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, adopting a consultative approach to stakeholder management, partnering with them to assess learning requirements. You will research, design and deliver bespoke training programmes in a timely manner using a blended approach. Including digital learning, webinars, e-learning courses and training workshops through using a variety of complementary and alternative techniques, which are aligned with program objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Develop, implement, and execute a learning strategy which supports users with new best practise using SAP S4/HANA Create and maintain excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, adopting a consultative approach to stakeholder management, partnering with them to assess learning requirements Research, design and deliver bespoke training programmes in a timely manner using a blended approach. Including digital learning, webinars, e-learning courses and training workshops through using a variety of complementary and alternative techniques, which are aligned with program objectives. Develop learning paths for key job roles, to guide learners and set expectations for their training plan Deliver training and other learning activities according to the plan and provide support for users afterwards Record and manage accurate data in the Learning Management Systems, monitor delegate feedback on the training sessions and enhance training content As such we would like you to have: Experience of training SAP S4/HANA - essential Extensive knowledge of SAP processes and transactions (preferably S4/HANA) in: Plant Maintenance, FSM, Project Management, Production Planning, Materials Management, TD, LE/DSD, SAP Ariba, SAP VIM, Procurement, Sales & Distribution Experience of collaborating with SMEs and Business Leaders to create learning plans Experienced at delivering training face-to-face and remotely via Teams/Zoom Experience of creating digital content using eLearning authoring tools Experience of mapping processes from technical documentation Confident to travel independently and deliver on site training and one-to-one coaching Confident to support and quality assure less experienced trainers on the program Ideally have a CIPD certificate in training practice, or similar, and, ideally, a certificate in online facilitation skills too Our client looks for people who are open minded, embrace new ways of working, step out of their comfort zone and look to continuously learn. Opportunities to progress, to develop and to be recognised for your achievements are part of our client's daily life, and they want to share that with you! By applying for this position, you authorise Auctoro Recruitment to hold your personal details on file for use in finding you a suitable position. Auctoro Recruitment will never transfer your information to a third party without your prior consent.
07/10/2021
Contractor
Senior SAP Trainer This is an extremely exciting permanent opportunity for a Senior SAP Trainer to join a leading company at their head offices in Warwickshire. Our client is an exciting and inspiring company to work for where investment in their people's skills and knowledge is integral to their success. Reporting to the Training Manager, you will be assigned to a workstream on the project and aligned with a function within the company. Working collaboratively, you will develop, implement, and execute a learning strategy which supports users with new best-practise using SAP S4/HANA. You will create and maintain excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, adopting a consultative approach to stakeholder management, partnering with them to assess learning requirements. You will research, design and deliver bespoke training programmes in a timely manner using a blended approach. Including digital learning, webinars, e-learning courses and training workshops through using a variety of complementary and alternative techniques, which are aligned with program objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Develop, implement, and execute a learning strategy which supports users with new best practise using SAP S4/HANA Create and maintain excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, adopting a consultative approach to stakeholder management, partnering with them to assess learning requirements Research, design and deliver bespoke training programmes in a timely manner using a blended approach. Including digital learning, webinars, e-learning courses and training workshops through using a variety of complementary and alternative techniques, which are aligned with program objectives. Develop learning paths for key job roles, to guide learners and set expectations for their training plan Deliver training and other learning activities according to the plan and provide support for users afterwards Record and manage accurate data in the Learning Management Systems, monitor delegate feedback on the training sessions and enhance training content As such we would like you to have: Experience of training SAP S4/HANA - essential Extensive knowledge of SAP processes and transactions (preferably S4/HANA) in: Plant Maintenance, FSM, Project Management, Production Planning, Materials Management, TD, LE/DSD, SAP Ariba, SAP VIM, Procurement, Sales & Distribution Experience of collaborating with SMEs and Business Leaders to create learning plans Experienced at delivering training face-to-face and remotely via Teams/Zoom Experience of creating digital content using eLearning authoring tools Experience of mapping processes from technical documentation Confident to travel independently and deliver on site training and one-to-one coaching Confident to support and quality assure less experienced trainers on the program Ideally have a CIPD certificate in training practice, or similar, and, ideally, a certificate in online facilitation skills too Our client looks for people who are open minded, embrace new ways of working, step out of their comfort zone and look to continuously learn. Opportunities to progress, to develop and to be recognised for your achievements are part of our client's daily life, and they want to share that with you! By applying for this position, you authorise Auctoro Recruitment to hold your personal details on file for use in finding you a suitable position. Auctoro Recruitment will never transfer your information to a third party without your prior consent.
Job Profile Summary Responsible for providing strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management activities for the relevant category using advanced sourcing knowledge in order to execute against the strategy and annual plan for the category, participating in the supplier management process from initial selection to effective integration, and coordinating with the relevant areas on their sourcing requirements and expectations. Job Advert We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Category manager to join our team! You will play a pivotal role in leading capability in the retail technology category management to deliver relevant, value-adding category strategies to BP's businesses! This role will provide risk identification, mitigation and optimizing third party spend through dedicated specialist category strategy knowledge, gained through closeness to the industries we source from to build and implement strategies. Taking a collaborative approach with colleagues and the business to understand the priorities and requirements, introducing innovation and ensure category strategies and implementation align. Supporting the global Customer Supply Team to help enable growth in the customer facing business areas and delivering value by ensuring compliance. Accountabilities Build strategies and communication content to ensure that category specific messages (such as risk, guidance, plans, compliance, and market insights) are optimally disseminated across the procurement organisation Manage the interface between category strategy development and implementation through working in partnership with the wider procurement teams and business leaders to provide advice and innovative solutions to the business by bringing in external knowledge to ensure the category strategy is informed with key dynamics and latest thinking within the field Work within the global category network to lead the development of new and innovative sources of supply, and working with the business interface organisation and help build understanding and support for new sources of supply in the business Lead supplier segmentation and execution of appropriate supplier performance approach, including: relationship management, contract management, performance reporting and the monitoring and management of escaped spend (Marketing, Retail Technology and Payments supply base) Ensure timeliness and quality of all contracts required for safe, compliant and reliable business operations i.e. implementation in the appropriate systems, category compliance, contract management and requisitioners training Act as the point of escalation for supplier/business relationships Development and delivery of annual plans for category and scope Accountable for value delivery tracking from the category strategy implementation. Responsible for the Value Delivery in the assigned category and scope, delivering through the procurement operating model within the Customer supply team Supports the objective of no compromise on safe and compliant operations Ensure compliance to BP policies such as, risk management, delegation of authority and DP functional guidelines Essential Proven experience in the relevant category - Retail technology and payments Commercial experience Experience in developing and executing category strategies Skilled Application in supplier management Solid understanding of P2P processes, and SAP system Experience in Ariba e-sourcing or other e-procurement tools is desirable Desirable Skilled in Commercial negotiation Confident Influencer at all levels within a business Comfortable with ambiguity and operating in complex global organisational business structures Project management skills Education University degree in a technical or related equivalent business subject area MCIPS/ISM qualification is desirable We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job. Application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations. #li-sb2 Entity Finance Job Family Group Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group Relocation available No Travel required Negligible travel Time Type Full time Country United Kingdom About BP FINANCE Join us in a crucial time of transition. We are bringing all of our finance and procurement activities for the group into one place, enabling better work. For you this means working with us on: Compliance - efficiently delivering external reporting requirements to ensure we continue to meet our regulatory obligations in all jurisdictions, supported by robust control environment across all three lines of defence. Stewardship - laying out a robust finance framework and providing ongoing management of the balance sheet and portfolio execution, supported by effective advocacy to the market. Performance - facilitating the effective allocation of capital, development of business plans and coordination of business performance interventions to ensure a consistent delivery between strategic aspirations, operational forecasts and delivered outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for value creation through mergers and acquisition-led deals, commercial negotiations and integration of business opportunities. Transformation - driving digital transformation (centralising, digitising, optimising) across all elements of the finance entity to achieve sector-leading cost-performance.
06/10/2021
Full time
Job Profile Summary Responsible for providing strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management activities for the relevant category using advanced sourcing knowledge in order to execute against the strategy and annual plan for the category, participating in the supplier management process from initial selection to effective integration, and coordinating with the relevant areas on their sourcing requirements and expectations. Job Advert We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Category manager to join our team! You will play a pivotal role in leading capability in the retail technology category management to deliver relevant, value-adding category strategies to BP's businesses! This role will provide risk identification, mitigation and optimizing third party spend through dedicated specialist category strategy knowledge, gained through closeness to the industries we source from to build and implement strategies. Taking a collaborative approach with colleagues and the business to understand the priorities and requirements, introducing innovation and ensure category strategies and implementation align. Supporting the global Customer Supply Team to help enable growth in the customer facing business areas and delivering value by ensuring compliance. Accountabilities Build strategies and communication content to ensure that category specific messages (such as risk, guidance, plans, compliance, and market insights) are optimally disseminated across the procurement organisation Manage the interface between category strategy development and implementation through working in partnership with the wider procurement teams and business leaders to provide advice and innovative solutions to the business by bringing in external knowledge to ensure the category strategy is informed with key dynamics and latest thinking within the field Work within the global category network to lead the development of new and innovative sources of supply, and working with the business interface organisation and help build understanding and support for new sources of supply in the business Lead supplier segmentation and execution of appropriate supplier performance approach, including: relationship management, contract management, performance reporting and the monitoring and management of escaped spend (Marketing, Retail Technology and Payments supply base) Ensure timeliness and quality of all contracts required for safe, compliant and reliable business operations i.e. implementation in the appropriate systems, category compliance, contract management and requisitioners training Act as the point of escalation for supplier/business relationships Development and delivery of annual plans for category and scope Accountable for value delivery tracking from the category strategy implementation. Responsible for the Value Delivery in the assigned category and scope, delivering through the procurement operating model within the Customer supply team Supports the objective of no compromise on safe and compliant operations Ensure compliance to BP policies such as, risk management, delegation of authority and DP functional guidelines Essential Proven experience in the relevant category - Retail technology and payments Commercial experience Experience in developing and executing category strategies Skilled Application in supplier management Solid understanding of P2P processes, and SAP system Experience in Ariba e-sourcing or other e-procurement tools is desirable Desirable Skilled in Commercial negotiation Confident Influencer at all levels within a business Comfortable with ambiguity and operating in complex global organisational business structures Project management skills Education University degree in a technical or related equivalent business subject area MCIPS/ISM qualification is desirable We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job. Application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations. #li-sb2 Entity Finance Job Family Group Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group Relocation available No Travel required Negligible travel Time Type Full time Country United Kingdom About BP FINANCE Join us in a crucial time of transition. We are bringing all of our finance and procurement activities for the group into one place, enabling better work. For you this means working with us on: Compliance - efficiently delivering external reporting requirements to ensure we continue to meet our regulatory obligations in all jurisdictions, supported by robust control environment across all three lines of defence. Stewardship - laying out a robust finance framework and providing ongoing management of the balance sheet and portfolio execution, supported by effective advocacy to the market. Performance - facilitating the effective allocation of capital, development of business plans and coordination of business performance interventions to ensure a consistent delivery between strategic aspirations, operational forecasts and delivered outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for value creation through mergers and acquisition-led deals, commercial negotiations and integration of business opportunities. Transformation - driving digital transformation (centralising, digitising, optimising) across all elements of the finance entity to achieve sector-leading cost-performance.