ERP Change Lead

Stanton House; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities consultancy is seeking an ERP Change Lead to drive change management for a major SAP transformation programme. This role requires expertise in leading large-scale ERP change initiatives and strong stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will develop training strategies and manage stakeholder communications. Located in Reading, this mid-senior position offers a full-time hybrid working model, allowing flexibility while ensuring critical project oversight. Join an impactful project in the utilities sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading change management for large-scale ERP programmes (SAP preferred).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Expertise in SAP Activate methodology and programme mobilisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the change management workstream for a £70m ERP programme.
• Support the Programme Director in mobilising resources and developing integrated change plans.
• Design and execute stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.

Skills

Leading change management

Stakeholder management

Strong communication skills

Change impact analysis

SAP Activate methodology

Training and communications

Collaboration

Job description

ERP Change Lead

One of our Utilities clients is looking for an ERP Change Lead to join on a permanent basis and drive the change management strategy across a major SAP ERP transformation programme.

Permanent

Hybrid role: 2–3 days a week in Reading

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the change management workstream for a £70m ERP programme covering HR, Finance, Procurement and wider business functions.
• Support the Programme Director in mobilising resources, developing integrated change plans, and applying SAP Activate methodology to guide delivery.
• Act as the link between the SI partner, functional leads, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption.
• Design and execute stakeholder engagement and communication strategies, maintaining consistent messaging and effective feedback loops.
• Establish and manage a network of change champions and agents to drive grassroots engagement across the organisation.
• Develop and oversee training needs analysis, training strategy, and effectiveness monitoring.
• Track business readiness, adoption metrics, and benefits realisation, reporting progress to programme leadership.
• Identify and mitigate change‑related risks and issues, escalating where necessary.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience leading change management for large‑scale ERP programmes (SAP preferred).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Expertise in SAP Activate methodology and programme mobilisation.
• Utilities experience a major bonus.
• Skilled in change impact analysis, training, and communications.
• Familiarity with organisational change models (e.g., ADKAR) and change management tools.
• A self‑starter with strong leadership skills, able to collaborate effectively with third‑party delivery partners and cross‑functional teams.

If you are interested in this opportunity and fulfil the criteria, please apply. Unfortunately, due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we may not be able to respond to every unsuccessful candidate.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management and Other

Industries

Utilities