SAP Manager - S/4 Migration and Transformation - CMT

Location: across Europe

#LI-EU

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

We are seeking an experienced SAP Manager with a proven track record in leading S/4 migration projects and driving transformations in the Communication, Media, and Technology industries. The ideal candidate will have expertise in shaping and selling S/4 transformations, conducting discovery assessments, analyzing conversion options, and providing informed recommendations to clients. Familiarity with RISE with SAP offers and the ability to guide clients in determining the best deployment approach are essential. The successful candidate should possess a creative mindset, capable of navigating uncertainty and developing tailored approaches to meet clients' unique needs.

• You will have the opportunity to work with some of the biggest Communication, Media and Technology companies globally shaping, designing and delivering complex S/4 HANA transformation programs

• This an opportunity to join a European team of senior SAP experts with a focus on “thought leadership, origination, sales and delivery of large transformation SAP programs across industries”

• You will be a key advisor for our clients in their journey towards the Intelligent Enterprise

• A wide range of employee benefits and career development opportunities

• Shape and sell S/4 transformations to clients, leveraging your expertise and industry knowledge. Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements and challenges and propose tailored SAP solutions to address their needs effectively.

• Conduct comprehensive S/4 discovery assessments, evaluating clients' existing systems, processes, and data. Identify key pain points, opportunities for improvement, and potential benefits of migrating to S/4 HANA.

• Analyse all available options for S/4 conversion, such as greenfield, brownfield, or hybrid approaches. Assess the advantages, risks, and cost implications of each option, and provide informed recommendations to clients for their decision‑making.

• Lead and manage S/4 migration projects for clients in the Communication, Media, and Technology industries. Drive the end‑to‑end implementation of S/4 transformations, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project objectives and budgets.

• Stay updated on RISE with SAP offerings and guide clients in determining the best deployment approach. Provide insights and assistance in leveraging RISE with SAP capabilities to optimize clients' S/4 transformations.

• Ideate and shape new, innovative, and highly customized approaches to meet clients' specific requirements and challenges. Navigate uncertainty and develop creative solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

• Build strong client relationships, act as trusted advisor, and communicate complex concepts convincingly. Manage stakeholders at all levels, address concerns, and facilitate effective collaboration.

• Deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations to senior client personnel, showcasing the value and benefits of SAP solutions.

• Lead commercial activities, including client pitches, RFx, and sales campaigns for High‑Tech industries.

• Understand clients' operations and align SAP solutions with their strategic objectives.

• Lead and mentor SAP professionals, foster collaboration, and drive high performance.

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with SAP projects, proactively addressing potential issues.

• Stay updated on the latest trends, innovations, and best practices in the Communication, Media, and Technology industries. Develop thought leadership content, contribute to industry forums, and provide insights to internal and external stakeholders.

• SAP‑accredited or certified experience

• Demonstrable experience as an SAP Manager, with a focus on S/4 HANA migration and transformation projects.

• Proven experience in shaping and selling S/4 transformations to clients in the Communication, Media, and Technology industries.

• In‑depth knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA solution

• Expertise in conducting S/4 HANA discovery assessments and analyzing conversion options.

• Familiarity with RISE with SAP offers and ability to guide clients in determining the best deployment approach.

• Up to date knowledge of SAP systems, deployment, and integration

• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Strong business acumen and ability to understand clients' strategic objectives.

• Consulting experience and a customer‑centric mindset, ability to navigate the uncertainty

• Superb analytical and problem‑solving abilities

• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills

• Proficiency in English, and knowledge of other European languages would be an asset