SAP S4 Hana Programme Director

Stanton House; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Senior SAP S/4 Hana Programme Director for a major greenfield transformation project. The role involves leading the pre-implementation phase and shaping the transformation roadmap while engaging with C-suite executives. Candidates should have multiple SAP implementations experience, especially in Private Equity contexts. This opportunity offers a competitive day rate and is hybrid based in London.

Qualifications

• Multiple SAP implementations as Programme Director.
• Accenture or SAP specific consulting experience is essential.
• Private Equity experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full SAP S/4 Hana Pre‑Implementation phase.
• Drive operating model and process decomposition across Finance and Supply Chain.
• Define the high-level solution blueprint.

Skills

SAP implementations

Process mapping

Solutioning

Engaging with C-level executives

Job description

Job Description

One of our Private Equity clients is looking for a Senior SAP S/4 Hana Programme Director to lead the upfront design, scoping and roadmap definition for a major greenfield transformation.

Role

Senior SAP S/4 Hana Programme Director

Contract

6‑9 months

Day Rate

£900 – £1,000pd Outside IR35

Reporting to

CEO, CFO and PE Operating Partner

Hybrid role in London

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full SAP S/4 Hana Pre‑Implementation phase, defining scope, boundaries and critical "big rock" design decisions
• Drive operating model and process decomposition across Finance (R2R, P2P, O2C) and relevant Supply Chain areas
• Define the high‑level solution blueprint, including greenfield vs selective adoption recommendations
• Build the transformation roadmap, including implementation phasing, timelines, resourcing and SI partner models
• Shape the Data & MDM strategy, integration landscape and satellite systems map
• Support the creation of the RFP and evaluate SI responses (e.g., Accenture, NTT)
• Work closely with the PE Operating Partner, CEO, CFO and CIO to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Produce C‑suite quality deliverables and ensure clarity, pace and structure across pre‑implementation activities

What We're Looking For

• Multiple SAP implementations as the Programme Director
• Accenture or SAP specific boutique consulting experience is essential (technology or SAP practice)
• Private Equity experience a must
• Industrial / Manufacturing experience a bonus
• Experience across the whole end‑to‑end SAP lifecycle cycles, ideally including pre‑implementation or greenfield design
• Strong in process mapping, scope definition, solutioning and operating model design
• Understanding of Finance, Supply Chain basics, Data / MDM, and integration architecture
• Comfortable engaging directly with C‑level executives in fast‑paced PE environments
• Clear, structured communicator - pragmatic, decisive, non‑political and calm under pressure
• Bonus: MBB Digital / Operations exposure, PE‑backed transformations, carve‑outs or rapid stand‑ups

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the criteria, please apply. Unfortunately, due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we may not be able to respond to every unsuccessful candidate.