Define and communicate a clear product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the applicable functional area that aligns with business goals and delivers value and growth.
Oversee the formulation and prioritization of product initiatives informed by commercial, financial, and operational analysis, market trends, value realization, and stakeholder input.
Act as the owner of the Global Template for the applicable functional area(s), maintaining high standards in design and delivery of new demand and capabilities.
Oversee the functional design and delivery of all Enhancements, Projects, Programmes and Support for the respective domain area.
Act as the primary liaison between business functions, technology, operations, and executive teams to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and resource allocation.
Ensure product roadmaps and initiatives are aligned with company budgets and strategies, prioritising high-value outcomes.
Establish and monitor key product and business metrics to identify improvement areas and support data-informed decision-making.
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of business analysts, functional experts, and other relevant team members.
Cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Role may require some travel abroad.
Reporting to: Director Enterprise Applications.
Requirements
End-to-end understanding of business and technical disciplines enabling solution design.
Demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end SAP solutions across disciplines.
Familiarity with SAP delivery methodologies.
Capable communicator across technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
Adept in managing diverse, global teams within complex and challenging environments.
Relationship builder – internal and external.
Effective communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement.
Dynamic, resolute, and effective in producing cross-departmental outcomes.
SAP S/4HANA certifications in the applicable functional area(s); additional module certifications.
Deep practical experience in IBP with SAP Ariba and S/4HANA STP being an added advantage.
Need to manage STP functional experts.
Configuration experience in Demand Planning, S&OP with Procurement, Response & Supply, Control Tower, Spend Analysis, and Business Network.
Demonstrated solution design and delivery of end-to-end STP process landscapes.
Multiple full lifecycle implementations in FMCG / CPG required.
Behaviours: Committed to the company’s vision; Exudes credibility and initiative; Values ongoing development and promotes a growth mindset; Capable of managing ambiguity and competing priorities; Challenges norms with a forward-thinking mindset; Skilled, motivated, and culturally aware.