SAP Application Manager (Outside IR35)

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the upstream oil and gas sector is looking for a Senior SAP Application Manager. In this hybrid role, you will serve as the primary functional lead interfacing directly with the Systems Integrator to ensure the successful implementation of SAP S/4HANA in alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a decade of SAP experience, particularly in upstream operations, and have a proven track record of managing complex implementations. This role includes overseeing solution delivery, engaging with various stakeholders, and maintaining SAP governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of SAP experience, with at least 5 years in upstream oil and gas.
• Minimum of 3 full lifecycle SAP implementations involving S/4HANA IS-Oil.
• Experience working client-side or as a transformation advisor.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary SAP functional lead for a major upstream SAP transformation.
• Oversee solution design, configuration, and delivery across SAP S/4HANA IS-Oil components.
• Manage stakeholder engagement across IT, finance, operations, and field teams.

Skills

SAP

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Risk Mitigation

Education

SAP certifications in S/4HANA and IS-Oil components

Tools

Fiori

SAP PI/PO

SAP BTP/CPI

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SAP Application Manager (Outside IR35), kingston upon hull, east yorkshire

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Client:

Telosta

Location:

kingston upon hull, east yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Hybrid – London or Aberdeen (3 days onsite: Tuesday–Thursday)

Upstream Oil & Gas

Contract Outside of IR35

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior SAP Application Manager with extensive experience in upstream oil and gas operations and deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA IS-Oil. This role will act as the lead client-side representative, interfacing directly with the Systems Integrator (SI) to ensure that the SAP implementation is aligned with the full upstream business landscape—from exploration to production, logistics, and commercial operations.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering a fit-for-purpose S/4HANA solution and safeguarding business continuity throughout the transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary SAP functional lead on behalf of the client for a major upstream SAP transformation.
• Oversee and validate solution design, configuration, and delivery across SAP S/4HANA IS-Oil components, with a strong focus on upstream operations.
• Represent the client's interests during interactions with the Systems Integrator and challenge solution proposals where necessary.
• Ensure business process alignment across the upstream landscape, including exploration, drilling, production, hydrocarbon supply chain, and revenue accounting.
• Lead fit-gap analysis, ensuring upstream requirements are captured and effectively translated into system configuration.
• Maintain oversight of key IS-Oil modules and components, including:
• Hydrocarbon Product Management (HPM)
• Trader’s and Scheduler’s Workbench (TSW)
• Joint Venture Accounting (JVA)
• Production Sharing Accounting (PSA)
• Upstream Operations Management (UOM)
• Revenue Distribution and PRA (Production and Revenue Accounting)
• Provide governance across the project lifecycle, including design reviews, testing, cutover planning, and hypercare.
• Manage stakeholder engagement across IT, finance, operations, and field teams.
• Support quality assurance, issue resolution, and risk mitigation activities.

Required Experience & Skills

• 10+ years of SAP experience, with at least 5 years in upstream oil and gas environments.
• Minimum of 3 full lifecycle SAP implementations, including one or more involving S/4HANA IS-Oil.
• Deep expertise in S/4HANA upstream modules and functionality (listed above), with a proven ability to interpret and translate complex operational needs.
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end upstream value chain, including asset lifecycle management, field data capture, well management, and hydrocarbon accounting.
• Proven experience working client-side or as a transformation advisor, managing integrator relationships and ensuring delivery quality.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• SAP certifications in S/4HANA and IS-Oil components.
• Familiarity with data migration tools, Fiori apps, and middleware platforms (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP BTP/CPI).
• Experience with UKCS regulations, joint venture operations, and cost recovery models.