Principal SAP BW Engineer

Johnson Matthey; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal SAP BW Engineer to oversee SAP BW and SAC developments. The role entails driving the platform roadmap, ensuring data integrity, and mentoring team members. Applicants should have over 8 years of SAP BW and SAC experience, with a strong technical leadership background. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Share plans

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• 8+ years of SAP BW and SAC experience in enterprise reporting solutions.
• 3+ years of experience in technical leadership and guiding junior colleagues.
• Strong understanding of data modelling principles including ADSOs and Composite Providers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SAP BW/SAC developments and drive platform roadmap.
• Ensure data integrity and champion data quality.
• Act as subject matter expert on SAP modelling and reporting.

Skills

SAP BW experience

SAP SAC experience

Technical leadership

Data modelling principles

Communication skills

ABAP

Job description

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net‑zero! As a Principal SAP BW Engineer, you will contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

The role:

As a Principal SAP BW Engineer, you will help drive our goals by :

• Acting as the technical lead, overseeing SAP BW and SAC developments, creating solution designs and time estimates for new initiatives, and driving the platform roadmap.
• B uilding efficient SAP Business Warehouse ( BW ) extractors, ADSOs, and composite providers, as well as productive BE x queries and open hubs to support informative BI reports and dashboards. You'll also develop innovative finance solutions using SAP Analytics Cloud ( SAC ) and SAP BW to optimise financial processes, enhance transparency, and empower data-driven decision-making that drives tangible business impact.
• E nsuring data integrity through championing data quality, reviewing and improving underlying data models, and fostering trust in reporting outputs. You will also act as a subject matter expert on SAP modelling and reporting, proactively educating users on SAC and SAP BW capabilities to promote self-service and data utilisation.
• O wning the end-to-end implementation of analytics solutions - from understanding stakeholder needs to designing, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting data‑driven tools. You will ensure clear communication and a strong customer focus - bridging technical solutions with business goals - while also leading testing efforts, managing cutover activities, and ensuring seamless go‑live transitions.
• E xploring and experimenting with advanced analytics capabilities - such as Predictive Scenario modelling in SAC, SAC Planning, and Financial Planning solutions - to identify opportunities that deliver strategic value to the organisation.
• C ultivat ing a collaborative and growth‑oriented environment by mentoring and coaching team members to reach their full potential.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further!

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• 8+ years of SAP BW and SAC experience , demonstrating the ability to design, develop, and implement complex end‑to‑end enterprise reporting solutions.
• 3 + years of technical leadership experience, with proven ability to guide junior colleagues, define technical vision, and ensure governance of tools.
• Strong understanding of data modelling principles and techniques to optimise data structures and enable efficient analysis, including ADSOs, Composite Providers, ABAP, and BE x queries.
• In‑depth knowledge of integrated technical design concepts and reporting and analytics principles within a global organisation.
• Proven track record working on multiple full lifecycle , complex global BW/SAC reporting and analytics projects supporting multi‑divisional and multi‑regional requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of bridging technical and business perspectives and collaborating effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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