SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead

Associated British Ports; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK ports operator is seeking an experienced SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead for their team in London. The role involves managing SAP Finance and Procurement systems, leading a high-performing team, and driving continuous improvement and agile delivery. Candidates should possess a strong functional SAP background with proven experience in managing delivery teams across complex environments. This position offers an opportunity to shape the technological transformation of the company.

Qualifications

• Strong background in SAP Finance, Procurement, and project management.
• Proven experience managing SAP delivery teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee SAP Finance and Procurement solutions.
• Build relationships with business stakeholders.
• Lead design and delivery of change within systems.

Skills

SAP functional background across Finance (FICO)

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Deep knowledge of Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in IT or a related discipline

Tools

SAP

Concur

VIM

Job description

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

At ABP , we are transforming the way we deliver technology solutions across our business. Our IT Solutions Delivery team is at the heart of this change — driving innovation, standardisation, and continuous improvement. We are now seeking an experienced SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead to take ownership of our central SAP Finance and Procurement systems and lead a high-performing functional team.

The Role

As the SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead , you will be responsible for ensuring that ABP’s SAP Finance (RTR) and Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions are fit for purpose, aligned with best practice, and continually evolving to meet business needs.

You will act as both architect and team lead — guiding the business on SAP best practice, shaping our solution roadmap, and managing a team of SAP experts. Working closely with our Finance and Procurement business teams, you’ll drive continuous improvement, champion agile delivery, and ensure that our systems deliver tangible business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the SAP Finance, Controlling, Concur and Procurement solution areas.
• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders, Business Process Owners, and Super Users.
• Lead the design, roadmap, and delivery of change initiatives within Finance and Procurement systems.
• Oversee CR (Change Request) management, impact assessments, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all designs align with architecture principles, SAP best practices, and ABP’s strategic goals.
• Partner with delivery leads to plan, track, and report on delivery performance.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a multi-location team of SAP specialists.
• Manage risk, capacity, and vendor relationships across the solution area.
• Champion continuous improvement and agile methodologies.

About You

You’ll be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of SAP and a proven ability to manage delivery teams in complex, integrated environments. You’ll combine strong technical insight with excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong SAP functional background across Finance (FICO) , Procurement , Inventory Management , VIM , and Concur .
• Broad understanding of SAP solution architecture and integration across business functions.
• Proven experience managing SAP delivery and support teams across multiple locations.
• Demonstrable success in delivering complex SAP projects.
• Deep knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and ITIL Service Management processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and service providers.

Desirable

• Experience with SAP EPPM (PS, CPM, PPM) , OpenText , REFX , BPC , SAC , and BW .
• Exposure to SAP S / 4HANA .
• Background in large, complex organisations (Fortune experience desirable).
• Degree in IT or a related discipline.