SAP S/4Hana Basis Senior Manager| Digital Core

Job Description:

As we work to transform and optimize Mars, a new program has been mobilized by the Mars leadership team. The program is focused on the design and implementation of SAP S/4Hana in Mars across Segments (Petcare, Corporate, Snacking & Food). Much more than a simple “Lift and Shift,” this program will undertake a major process simplification and harmonization scope as we digitally transform our business.

The program is focused primarily on eight mega process areas: Finance, Source to Pay (procurement and vendor mgmt.), Plan to Fulfill (manufacturing and distribution), Lead to Cash (order processing and payment), Governance, Engage to Consume (marketing), Idea to Market (R&D), and Recruit to Retire (HR). This transformation requires thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while applying a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to each of these mega processes. As part of program, a new role has been created to lead the SAP technical infrastructure workstream, managing the end to end Basis operations, and ensuring seamless integration across multi-instance S/4Hana landscape. This role is a critical leadership role demanding a balanced blend of technical expertise and strategic thinking; as well as driving a robust scalable and secure SAP ecosystem aligned with global standards.

Do you thrive working in the project environment? Do you have a deep understanding of SAP products and technologies and previous experience coordinating SAP transformation projects? If so, join us in delivering this sustainable, business-driven S/4HANA program and in driving a successful digital transformation, to make a significant positive impact.

What are we looking for?

• 10+ years of SAP Basis experience with minimum 2 full lifecycle S/4Hana implementations.
• Deep understanding of SAP S/4Hana Architecture, administration, and performance optimisation.
• SAP Certified Technology Associate (SAP Basis or SAP Hana)
• Experience working within Agile or Hybrid delivery models
• Knowledge of regulatory and data residency considerations for global deployment.
• Hands-on experience with SAP landscape Transformation, Fiori and SAP Gateway services.
• Experience managing multi-instance environments and working within a template-led approach transformation.
• Familiarity with cloud hosting platforms and hybrid infrastructure models.
• Excellent troubleshooting, leadership and communication skills.
• Have team player attitude and hunger to develop new professional skills combined with proactive, development-minded, and goal-focused attitude to work
• Excellent documentation, visualization and presentation skills
• Have experience working with System Integrator and Business Integrator, 3rd parties
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a professional manner.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.
• Lead all SAP Basis activities across the global S/4Hana Landscape and collaborate/work with existing BAU Basis Team.
• Manage & coordinate with exiting BAU Basis team the installation, configuration and maintenance of SAP S/4Hana ecosystem (S/4, Fiori, Solution Manager etc)
• Oversee system refresh, client copies, transport management and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Security, Integration, Data, Tetsing and Service Support teams to ensure optimal system availability and security compliance.
• Provide Basis support during cutovers, go lives and hyper care periods across multiple instances and regions.
• Define and implement with existing BAU Basis Team a high-availability, disaster recovery and back up strategies.
• Establish and maintain system monitoring protocols aligned with existing BAU Basis team.
• Support integration with SAP Rise.
• Maintain documentation created by SI for technical procedures, systems configurations and environments landscape.
• Lead a small team of Basis team and coordinate with SI.
• Manage cross-team and stakeholder relationships to drive collaboration and meet shared goals
• Apply problem solving and critical thinking to enable the identification of Technology and Risks associated.
• Work effectively in diverse team within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and implement best practice to enhance SAP ecosystem.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.