The main tasks of your role:
* 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
* Be responsible for our SAP solution and provide leadership for daily operations, roadmap and strategy
* Act as delivery manager for all delivered solutions: change requests, projects, incident management, process optimization/automation, user support etc.
* Establish solid working relationships with business stakeholders and an understanding of segment business models
* Represent the SAP perspective within the global Burckhardt compression architecture, business process ecosystem, relevant boards and user community
* Apply industry best practices around ERP demand management, change management, agile operations, and contribute to the establishment of a group wide efficient operating model
* Raise standards and promote SAP landscape to the function heads for broad buy-in
* Drive cultural change towards user adoption of digital processes and tools
* Manage suppliers, contracts, and budget allocated to the SAP landscape, in close collaboration with other delivery managers, the architecture team, Procurement, Legal, etc.
* Actively support the transformation of the SAP architecture towards cloud consumption and SAP S4/Hana migration.
* Advise senior stakeholders of towards solutions to business challenges
Your knowledge, experience, and skills
* Master's degree in relevant field such as computer science or business administration or equivalent professional qualification
* In depth knowledge, SAP certified in at least one of the following modules: FI CO MM SD PP
* Built, led and developed a SAP Competence Centre
* Significant experience of managing a SAP system incorporating support and project management, including a number of implementations
* 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.
* Significant experience managing teams comprising permanent staff, consultants, and contractors (on and possibly offshore)
* Leadership experience with globally distributed cross-functional teams
* Experience working with senior leadership and confidence in communication at all levels
* Preferably experience in an engineering focused industrial or manufacturing business
Your Personality
* Full proficiency in English (business fluent at a contractual level) is essential. Good German language skills are an advantage
* Interpersonal and cultural sensitivity skills
* Planning and organizing skills to make use of these skills independently and in a goal-oriented manner as part of a strong team
* Pro-active approach with a convincing appearance and diplomatic communication skill
* Able to guide and advise others to improve the situation
We offer
* Structured induction process
* Flexible and hybrid working conditions
* Working environment with professional development opportunities
* Participation in job-related training and further education
* Appreciative cooperation with a family-like corporate culture
* Versatile and autonomous activities and tasks
* Above-average pension fund
* 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.
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