SAP Functional Analyst - Bath

Permanent Futures; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced SAP Functional Analyst to join their dynamic Enterprise Applications team. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to shape SAP processes during a pivotal digital transformation phase. You will support the current SAP platform and contribute to the rollout of a new production facility, while leading incident and change management. With a focus on SAP PP and MM solutions, your expertise will be essential in enhancing processes and ensuring system stability. If you are a collaborative team player with strong communication skills and a passion for SAP, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Matched pension contributions up to 4%

Life assurance (minimum 1x salary)

Free parking

Subsidised on-site canteen

Retail discounts

Salary sacrifice options

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in SAP PP and MM modules.
• Strong knowledge of SAP ECC6 or S/4HANA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for SAP PP & MM within the UK business.
• Manage and resolve SAP-related incidents and issues.

Skills

SAP PP

SAP MM

SAP ECC6

S/4HANA

Incident Management

Change Management

Business Analysis

Documentation

Testing Phases

User Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG business on an exciting opportunity for an experienced SAP Functional Analyst to join their growing Enterprise Applications team!

This is a newly created position, offering the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping SAP processes during a critical phase of digital transformation. You will be heavily involved in supporting the current SAP platform while also contributing to the rollout of a new production facility due in late 2026, and eventually, a future ERP migration.

This role will see you working closely with both UK and Group SAP teams to support core operations and production sites. You’ll lead on incident and change management, and be instrumental in the development and enhancement of SAP PP and MM solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities:
– Act as the subject matter expert for SAP PP & MM within the UK business.
– Manage and resolve SAP-related incidents and issues.
– Gather, document, and analyse business requirements; design improved processes aligned with SAP best practices.
– Execute SAP customisations and coordinate external consultants.
– Lead testing phases: functional, integration, and UAT.
– Produce clear documentation for technical teams and end users.
– Maintain system stability and deliver effective user support.
– Support cutover activities and ensure a smooth post-Go Live transition.

What You’ll Need:
– Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in SAP (PP and MM modules).
– Strong knowledge of SAP ECC6 or S/4HANA.
– Solid understanding of core PP/MM functionality and configuration.
– Proven experience across the full project lifecycle – from analysis through to documentation.
– Collaborative team player with strong communication skills.
– Self-motivated, reliable, and organised.

What’s in it for you?
– 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to buy 5 more).
– Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
– Matched pension contributions up to 4%.
– Life assurance (minimum 1x salary).
– Free parking and a subsidised on-site canteen.
– Retail discounts and salary sacrifice options.