Applications & SAP Lead

Akkodis; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking an experienced Applications & SAP Lead for a 24-month contract in Barrow-in-Furness. The role centers on applications strategy, SAP governance, supplier management, and cyber assurance to deliver business value.

You will lead the enterprise applications landscape, oversee SAP operations, manage vendors, and drive critical transformation projects while ensuring security and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise applications and SAP governance.
• Experience managing outsourced service providers and vendors.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Apps and Power BI.
• Experience with cyber security controls and incident management.
• Proven track record delivering application and transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the organisation's enterprise application landscape, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.
• Oversee SAP operations, upgrades, integrations, and support providers.
• Manage third-party suppliers, contracts, licensing, and service delivery.
• Deliver application projects, enhancements, and change initiatives.
• Support cyber security controls, audits, and incident management.
• Act as the key escalation point for major application-related issues.

Skills

Enterprise Apps

SAP governance

Vendor management

Microsoft 365

Azure

Power Apps

Power BI

Cyber security

IT controls

Project delivery

Job description

Applications & SAP Lead

Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Rate: £400 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract Length: 24-Month Contract
Schedule: 4 Days On-Site On-Site Parking
Immediate Start

Do you thrive on driving continuous improvement, leading technology change, and ensuring applications deliver real business value?
Akkodis is partnering with a technology-driven organisation undergoing significant digital transformation. We're looking for an experienced Applications & SAP Lead to take ownership of a business‑critical applications estate, with SAP at the heart of operations.
This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on applications strategy, SAP governance, supplier management, cyber assurance, and the delivery of key technology projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the organisation's enterprise application landscape, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.
• Oversee SAP operations, upgrades, integrations, and support providers.
• Manage third-party suppliers, contracts, licensing, and service delivery.
• Deliver application projects, enhancements, and change initiatives.
• Support cyber security controls, audits, and incident management.
• Act as the key escalation point for major application-related issues.

Key Skills & Experience

• Enterprise Applications, Business Systems, or Applications Management experience.
• Strong SAP governance and change management knowledge.
• Experience managing outsourced service providers and vendors.
• Understanding of Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Apps, and Power BI.
• Knowledge of IT controls, cyber security, and operational best practices.
• Proven track record delivering application and transformation projects.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.