ERP Solution manager _ UK

Airbus; Broughton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus in the UK seeks a Solution Manager to translate complex SAP architectures into practical shop-floor improvements within the Digital for Operation ecosystem. You will join an Agile/SAFe team to advance the Assembly project and future SAP deployments across Procurement, Supply Chain, and Plant maintenance.

Fluency in English, a Master’s degree, and experience in regulated industries are required, with around 20% travel.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex, high-regulation industries (Aerospace/Automotive/Defense).
• Advanced knowledge of SAP modules, ideally SAP S4HANA.
• Proven ability to navigate SAFe/Agile while leading significant Change Management initiatives.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or Logistics.
• Fluency in English; travel ~20% to stay connected with global production sites.

Responsibilities

• Translate operational shop-floor needs into end-to-end SAP supply chain and demand processes.
• Lead an Agile/SAFe team to advance the Assembly project and future SAP deployments.
• Governance within multi-functional teams to minimize customization while prioritizing customer experience and efficiency.
• Communicate complex SAP logics through clear, business-focused visuals to secure stakeholder buy-in.
• Drive end-to-end process reimagination to support production ramp-up goals.

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

SAFe/Agile leadership

Change management initiatives

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or Logistics

Tools

SAP S4HANA

ERP deployment

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Some travel within UK and international

LOCATION: Broughton

TYPE: Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Financial Reward:

• Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, various optional salary sacrifice benefits, shopping discounts and much more

Work / Life Balance:

• 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday

Personal Development:

• Personalised development plan and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

Health & Wellbeing :

• Bupa health insurance (inc luding assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop

Family and Caregiving:

• Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave, purpose built maternity rooms on site

Inclusive Environment:

• Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

At Airbus, we are not just defining the future of flight; we are fundamentally pioneering the next generation of aerospace production. This transformation requires a complete overhaul of our digital ecosystem, and we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Solution Manager to be a core part of this journey. This role is far more than a typical management position; you are the essential "translator/connector leader", the indispensable figure who translates the complexity of large-scale SAP architectures and strategic digital roadmaps into tangible, effective realities on our high-pressure shop floors.

You will join the "Digital for Operation" business department, the cornerstone of our industrial transformation. Within this department, we aim to simplify, streamline, prioritize & unlock the full potential of the latest digital technologies for the benefit of our operations.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

As part of this team, your first assignment will be to support the UK integration in our ERP environment.

You will join a very efficient Agile/SAFE team to finalise the Assembly project (Entry into service planned for 2027) and prepare the next steps related to Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Plant maintenance, and overall legacy system decommissioning.

Strategic Translation : You will lead in-depth workshops to translate operational shop-floor needs into end-to-end (E2E) Supply Chain and Demand processes

Governance : Act as a content authority within our Multi-Functional Teams (MFTs), ensuring all SAP developments align with our "Fit-to-Standard" approach to minimize local customization while putting the customer experience & overall operational efficiency at the heart of everything Compromise finder is a key word for your position.

Executive Communication: You don't just "talk tech." You distill highly complex SAP logics into clear, business-driven visualizations that secure buy-in from top-level stakeholders.

Operational Excellence : You will drive the reimagining of E2E flows to support our aircraft production ramp-up goals.

Bridge the Gap: Collaborate hand-in-hand with our IM (Information Management) department and site operations to find the right compromise between system standards and business value.

ABOUT YOU

Must have experience in complex, high-regulation industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, or Defense.

Expertise in ERP deployment. You should have advanced knowledge of SAP modules, ideally on S4H version

Proven ability to navigate SAFe/Agile methodologies while leading significant Change Management initiatives .

Have a Master's degree in Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or Logistics.

Fluency in English (German and/or French is a strong plus) and a willingness to travel (~20%) to stay connected with our global production sites.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any