Senior Operations Business Partner - Cross Initiatives

Job Description

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you’ll do

We are seeking a Senior Operations Business Partner to join our Cross Initiatives Team. This pivotal role will report directly to the Head of Cross Initiatives and work closely with the Corporate Functions Business Operations teams.

Why this role matters?

You’ll be part of SAP’s central heartbeat to execute our strategic ambition. As a Senior Operations Business Partner, you will play a key role in driving the AI-First, Suite-First strategy of SAP by supporting and orchestrating AI use cases for Corporate Functions.

Your key responsibilities will be:

The tasks will include but not limited to the following:

• Holistically lead and/or support various AI use cases and strategic initiatives to support strategic priorities

• Work closely with the Corporate Functions Operations Business AI Excellence team to understand AI strategy, governance, and use case orchestration

• Have end-to-end view and enable successful ideation, design, go-live, enablement, change management, value realization, and continuous improvement of relevant AI tools for an assigned area

• Support enablement campaigns for AI topics, i.e. Let’s Work the AI Way

• Create presentations, data analysis, communications and other materials as needed

• Work proactively and independently and with full responsibility while setting priorities

• Collaborate and build strategic partnerships with various groups, including experts from the Corporate Functions Board Areas, Corporate Functions Operations, CP&IT, etc.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, strategy, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategy and operational roles.

• Proven experience in business operations or project management

• Strong analytical person, with problem solving and decision-making skills who can deal with complex situations

• Powerful communication and presentation skills with a natural ability to communicate and present at highest levels of corporate leadership.

• Committed to teamwork, proactive networking, and a results-oriented mindset and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Meet the Team

The Strategy & Operations board area is the central heartbeat for SAP’s Strategy execution to become the #1 Enterprise application and Business AI company powered by our leading platform. As Corporate Functions Operations, we empower SAP's Corporate Functions to unlock their full potential, driving lasting business success through our innovative strategies & exceptional execution.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

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Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Requisition ID: 441721 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid