Data & AI Manager - SAP S4HANA

WeAreTechWomen; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is searching for a Data & AI Manager specializing in SAP S/4HANA. This role involves leading data integration, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering data-driven solutions to enhance business performance. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in data management and governance, as well as a passion for AI innovations. The position offers opportunities for continuous growth and exposure to some of the most strategic data challenges with leading FTSE-100 companies.

Benefits

Continuous learning and growth opportunities

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Access to cutting-edge tools and training programs

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of business processes and functions.
• Awareness of database technologies like No-SQL and data warehousing.
• Extensive practical experience with SAP Data products.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of SAP Business Data Cloud with SAP S/4HANA.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver AI-powered use cases.
• Translate complex data frameworks into actionable insights.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Business analytics

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Education

Relevant work experience in data management

Certified in SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC)

Tools

SQL

SAP HANA Cloud

ETL

SAP Analytics Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Job Role: Data & AI Manager - SAP S/4HANA

Location: London/Manchester/Edinburgh

Career Level: Manager

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 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.

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Our Team

The business landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology such as AI. Organizations are seeking agility and resilience to stay competitive and drive growth. At Accenture, we help clients navigate this transformation by leveraging Data & AI to unlock value and drive business transformation.

Our Data & AI SAP S/4HANA capability team within the Strategy & Consulting practice is at the forefront of this change. We help clients modernize their legacy platforms, such as SAP ECC ERP and SAP BW, by exploring tailored solutions that leverage best‑of‑breed tools and technologies. Whether transitioning to SAP S/4HANA, integrating SAP Business Data Cloud, or adopting advanced non‑SAP data platforms, we focus on redefining data strategies and enabling intelligent business outcomes.

By combining deep expertise in SAP technologies with advanced AI and GenAI solutions, we deliver actionable insights and AI‑powered use cases across key domains like supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, sales, customer, and vendor management. Our approach ensures value creation, cost optimization, and a clean core architecture with reduced dependency on single vendors.

As we expand our London‑based team, we’re looking for exceptional individuals who are passionate about working at the intersection of SAP, Data & AI, and business strategy – those who want to shape the future of enterprise transformation and deliver impactful solutions for our clients.

In Our Team, You Will Gain Exposure To:

• The most strategic challenges in Data management, from ensuring data accuracy and accessibility to optimizing global portfolio strategy and driving actionable insights.
• Driving enterprise transformation through advanced Data & AI solutions, working alongside a global network of multidisciplinary experts, spanning across industries.
• Designing tailored data strategies, leveraging best‑of‑breed tools and open data ecosystems.
• Hands‑on project delivery for some of the leading FTSE‑100 companies, shaping how they apply data, analytics, and innovation across their business lifecycle.
• Continuous learning and growth through Accenture’s world‑class training programs, mentorship, and access to cutting‑edge tools and knowledge.
• A collaborative, purpose‑driven culture that encourages bold thinking, values diverse perspectives, and celebrates shared success.

As a Data & AI SAP S/4HANA Manager, You Will:

• Lead the integration of SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC) with SAP S/4HANA and non‑SAP platforms, enabling seamless data sharing and collaboration for AI/ML use cases across the enterprise.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify, prioritize, and deliver AI‑powered use cases leveraging SAP Business AI, focusing on domains like finance and supply chain.
• Translate complex data and AI frameworks into actionable insights for business stakeholders, driving adoption of SAP Business AI capabilities to optimize decision‑making and operational performance.
• Deliver client‑facing work that applies data management and governance solutions to optimize decision‑making and operational performance.
• Stay current with advancements in SAP BDC and Business AI, continuously evaluating and implementing new techniques to maximize business value and maintain a clean, future‑ready data architecture.
• Leverage your understanding of data strategy and governance, either from within industry or consulting, to inform strategic problem‑solving and solution design.
• Contribute to projects involving data architecture optimization, data quality improvement, master data management, and predictive analytics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams – data engineers, data scientists, technologists, and client stakeholders – to co‑create impactful data‑driven solutions.
• Translate complex data frameworks and analytics into actionable insights and recommendations for client decision‑makers.
• Support internal capability development by advancing frameworks and best practices.

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience in data management, data governance and business analytics.
• Strong understanding of business processes, functions and how they are impacted by data within an organization.
• Understanding of data concepts, including master data, transactional data, data structures, and data quality principles.
• Awareness of database technologies like ETL, SQL, No‑SQL, Medallion architecture and data warehousing.
• Practical experience in SAP Data products such as SAP MDG, SAP BDC, SAP Datasphere, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP HANA Cloud etc.
• Experienced working with structured and unstructured data.
• Preference: Certified in SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC).
• Must demonstrate the capacity of reading, understanding and implementing new techniques in the field of data engineering as they emerge.
• Awareness of Large Language Models (LLMs) and a strong enthusiasm for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in the field.
• Strong verbal/written communication & data presentation skills to effectively translate technical information for non‑technical stakeholders and build strong client relationships.

Set yourself apart:

• Willingness and ability to learn quickly and apply creative thinking to finding great solutions and drive their implementation.
• Ability to successfully build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Mastery of problem solving and solutioning.
• Proven history and background in large‑scale, data‑driven SAP transformation programs.

Locations

• London
• Edinburgh
• Manchester

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