SAP Application Team Manager

Severn Trent Water; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utilities sector is seeking an Applications Team Manager to oversee critical IT systems supporting core functions. This role involves managing the transition from SAP ECC to S/4HANA, ensuring smooth operations and collaboration with various teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical leadership skills and a deep understanding of SAP modules. Join a dynamic team and contribute to enhancing customer experience while enjoying a range of benefits.

Benefits

Holidays

Bonuses

Pension Scheme

Sharesave

Discounts

Training

Qualifications

• Experience leading technical teams and understanding SAP modules.
• Desirable skills include SAP implementation and support experience.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily operations of Central Functions applications.
• Monitoring and optimizing system performance.
• Leading technical issue resolution.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

SAP FICO

SAP HR

SAP Procurement

SAP Ariba

SuccessFactors

ServiceNow

Job description

Here in Technology, our mission is simple – deliver and maintain secure and stable IT services, maximizing value to our business.

We are a dynamic department of talented individuals, eager to learn and innovate to support our colleagues and enhance customer experience.

We provide critical infrastructure to millions, making it a compelling place to work.

If you care about making a difference, we’d love to talk to you. There’s something for everyone here.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We’re currently seeking an Applications Team Manager for our Central Functions team. You will oversee systems supporting core functions, including SAP modules like SAP HR, SAP FICO, SAP Procurement, SAP Ariba, SuccessFactors, and our ServiceNow platform.

Your responsibilities include ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and enhancement of these systems to support business objectives and operational efficiency. You will collaborate with various teams and external partners, ensuring business needs are met and continuous improvements are implemented.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing daily operations of Central Functions applications, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Delivering Service Requests and Small Improvements to SLA.
• Allocating resources effectively for BAU and projects.
• Monitoring and optimizing system performance.
• Leading technical issue resolution, coordinating with teams and vendors.
• Collaborating with SAP and other partners to maximize value.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

As we migrate from SAP ECC to S/4HANA, your role includes managing support during this transition. You should have experience leading technical teams, understanding SAP modules (FICO, HR, Procurement), and SAP best practices. Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Desirable skills include SAP implementation and support experience.

What’s In It For You

We offer a range of benefits, including holidays, bonuses, pension scheme, sharesave, discounts, training, and more, supporting your career growth and work-life balance.

What’s Next

To apply, update your CV and set aside five minutes. We look forward to hearing from you and will inform you of the outcome after the closing date.