ERP Product Owner - Senior Consultant/Managing Consultant - Digital Factory - London

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Job summary

An innovative consultancy is seeking a Senior ERP Product Owner to drive transformative projects in the digital space. This role involves balancing business acumen with technical expertise in ERP systems, leading Agile transformations, and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values user-centric design and continuous improvement, contributing to high-profile projects that shape the future of technology. If you're passionate about driving change and empowering teams, this opportunity offers a vibrant environment for professional growth and impact.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Performance-Based Bonuses

Extensive Training and Certifications

Team Events and Away Days

Mental Health Initiatives

Wellbeing Apps

Qualifications

• Experience as a product owner in Agile teams.
• Strong understanding of ERP landscape and design.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end transformation of ERP initiatives.
• Guide clients through Agile transformation.
• Lead and empower project teams, overseeing development.

Skills

Product Ownership in Agile Teams

Stakeholder Management

ERP Systems Knowledge (SAP, Oracle, Sage)

Agile and DevOps Methodologies

Excellent Communication Skills

Leadership and Mentoring

Education

Relevant Certifications in Agile or Project Management

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Confluence

Job description

Job Description

ERP Product Owner - Senior Consultant/Managing Consultant - Digital Factory - London
Reference Code: 189441-en_GB
Contract Type: Permanent

Communities: Strategy & Transformation

At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our client’s challenges of today and tomorrow.

Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by technology created with purpose.

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for a management consultant who specialises in product ownership in ERP environments. This dynamic role requires product ownership expertise and a consultancy mindset.

You will be required to balance business knowledge and stakeholder management with an understanding of ERP products and how they operate. We are in the Digital Factories tribe, part of Capgemini Invent's Business Technology unit. Our team is a growing and dynamic community of digital professionals.

We’re passionate about user-centred design, critical thinking, and innovative digital services and products. As part of your role you will be involved in:

1. Product-centric transformation
   • Support the end-to-end transformation of ERP initiatives.
   • Ensure alignment with client business objectives and maximise value delivery.
   • Champion the adoption of Agile and product-centric delivery models and standards of re-use.
   • Align with business goals to improve processes, user experience, and scale efficiencies.
2. Agile delivery
   • Guide clients through Agile transformation.
   • Adapt traditional delivery models to Agile’s iterative, client-specific needs.
   • Design and lead product delivery.
   • Combine Agile and DevOps practices to deliver incremental value and address business needs.
3. Product ownership
   • Leverage your knowledge of integrated ERP systems to design bespoke solutions.
   • Balance business goals and technical capabilities.
   • Focus on user-centricity, business value, and delivery agility.
   • Navigate complex scenarios.
   • Engage stakeholders with varying seniority and understanding.
4. Leadership and team empowerment
   • Lead and empower project teams, overseeing development and coordination of work.
   • Report on progress, forecast financials and manage team performance.
   • Mentor and delegate effectively, encouraging team growth.
   • Facilitate a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
5. Stakeholder communication and collaboration
   • Communicate with a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
   • Convey the value of Agile and product ownership practices effectively.
   • Manage stakeholder concerns to foster confidence and mutual understanding.
   • Unblock potential barriers to progress and change.
   • Provide exceptional coordination between various stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams.
   • Ensure alignment on goals, priorities, and delivery outcomes.
6. Community and practice development
   • Actively contribute to Capgemini Invent’s product community of practice.
   • Share knowledge and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
   • Engage in business development activities.
   • Help shape the future of our practice and contribute to the wider growth of Capgemini Invent.
7. Future trends and innovation
   • Support design and delivery approaches to the migration and optimisation of cloud-based ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA).
   • Guide clients in leveraging AI and automation to enhance ERP functionality.
   • Streamline processes and drive data-driven decision-making.
   • Support delivery of user experiences reflecting Capgemini Invent's commitment to user-centric design.

As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your personal growth through activities such as:

• Business Development – Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, client pitches, and hosting at events.
• Internal contribution – Campaign development, practice development, whitepapers, team events, and offering development.
• Learning & development – Training, certifications, and career development activities.

YOUR PROFILE

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Experience as a product owner in Agile teams.
• Experience delivering transformation in integrated application environments (e.g., ERP).
• Strong understanding of ERP landscape and design in systems like SAP, Oracle, Sage, etc.
• Hands-on experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies in legacy environments.
• Familiarity with addressing complex challenges through tailored approaches.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coaching and mentoring product owners.
• Leadership experience and practical knowledge of project management and financial forecasting.
• Familiarity with collaboration tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, and Confluence.

Ideally, you will also show:

• Experience with clients undergoing organizational redesign alongside technology transformations.
• Success working with offshore teams to deliver remote solutions.
• Knowledge of industry trends impacting business strategies and ERP services.
• Relevant certifications in Agile, IT service management, or project management.
• Experience in a people or line management role.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE

We are proud of our accolades, including being named a “Glassdoor Best Places to Work UK” for four consecutive years. Capgemini Invent offers a culture of learning, ownership, and value. Our consultants gain exposure to high-profile transformations and leading technologies, supported by extensive training and certifications in areas like cloud, programming, DevOps, cybersecurity, and Agile delivery.

We offer flexibility to develop knowledge in technical domains aligned with your interests and client outcomes, with facilities like Les Fontaines near Paris for immersive learning, regular showcases, team events, and away days.

NEED TO KNOW

At Capgemini, we actively promote inclusivity, work-life balance, and employee wellbeing through flexible working arrangements, mental health initiatives, and wellbeing apps. We are committed to social responsibility, reducing our carbon footprint, and maintaining high ethical standards. Roles may involve periods of time away from home, with London, Manchester, or Glasgow as base locations.

Our remuneration includes flexible benefits and performance-based bonuses. You must provide proof of right to work in the UK before joining. Capgemini is a global leader in business and technology transformation, with over 340,000 employees worldwide, delivering end-to-end services leveraging AI, cloud, data, and industry expertise.