This role will lead a globally distributed SAP Competence Center consisting of a global team of Inhouse SAP Consultants. We are looking for a well experienced and commited IT Leader as
Head / Manager SAP Competence Center100 % (f/m/d)
The main tasks of your role:
1. Manage and develop the SAP team (7 direct + 7 in matrix) consisting of functional and technical staff, across geographies and time zones in close collaboration with matrix managers
2. Be responsible for our SAP solution and provide leadership for daily operations, roadmap and strategy
3. Act as delivery manager for all delivered solutions: change requests, projects, incident management, process optimization/automation, user support etc.
4. Establish solid working relationships with business stakeholders and an understanding of segment business models
5. Represent the SAP perspective within the global Burckhardt compression architecture, business process ecosystem, relevant boards and user community
6. Apply industry best practices around ERP demand management, change management, agile operations, and contribute to the establishment of a group wide efficient operating model
7. Raise standards and promote SAP landscape to the function heads for broad buy-in
8. Drive cultural change towards user adoption of digital processes and tools
9. Manage suppliers, contracts, and budget allocated to the SAP landscape, in close collaboration with other delivery managers, the architecture team, Procurement, Legal, etc.
10. Actively support the transformation of the SAP architecture towards cloud consumption and SAP S4/Hana migration.
11. Advise senior stakeholders of towards solutions to business challenges
Your knowledge, experience, and skills
12. Master's degree in relevant field such as computer science or business administration or equivalent professional qualification
13. In depth knowledge, SAP certified in at least one of the following modules : FI CO MM SD PP
14. Built, led and developed a SAP Competence Centre
15. At least 5 years of disciplinary leadership experience
16. Significant experience of managing a SAP system incorporating support and project management, including a number of implementations
17. Proven track record in S4/Hana system design, setup, implementation and rollout, particularly in migrating from an SAP ECC to a S4/Hana system in a multi-geography setup.
18. Significant experience managing teams comprising permanent staff, consultants, and contractors (on and possibly offshore)
19. Leadership experience with globally distributed cross-functional teams
20. Experience working with senior leadership and confidence in communication at all levels
21. Preferably experience in an engineering focused industrial or manufacturing business
Your Personality
22. Full proficiency in English (business fluent at a contractual level) is essential. Good German language skills are an advantage
23. Interpersonal and cultural sensitivity skills
24. planning and organizing skills to make use of these skills independently and in a goal-oriented manner as part of a strong team
25. pro-active approach with a diplomatic communication skill
26. able to guide and advise others to improve the situation
We offer
27. Structured induction process
28. Flexible and hybrid working conditions
29. Working environment with professional development opportunities
30. Participation in job-related training and further education
31. Appreciative cooperation with a family-like corporate culture
32. Versatile and autonomous activities and tasks
33. Above-average pension fund
34. Dynamic, international environment with committed employees
If you already have a Swiss work permit or are a citizen of the EU, we look forward to receiving your meaningful complete application.
We are looking forward to receiving your application.
Burckhardt Compression AG | Location: Winterthur |
Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.