SAP Solution Architect

Tarmac Trading Limited; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac Trading Limited is seeking an experienced SAP Solution Architect to define and govern the SAP architecture across a large transformation programme. You will translate business requirements into scalable, secure solutions, champion standard SAP capabilities, and minimise unnecessary customisation.

The role involves collaboration with business stakeholders, IT teams and suppliers, guiding data flows, interfaces and cutover activities, while ensuring performance, security and maintainability

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering SAP solution architecture within complex enterprise environments.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Experience with SAP integration, data migration, security and non-functional architecture.
• Experience reviewing supplier designs and governing architectural standards.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the SAP solution architecture across the programme scope.
• Translate business and functional requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Champion standard SAP capabilities and minimise unnecessary customisation.
• Design and document solution architectures, interfaces, data flows and technical decisions.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT teams, delivery partners and suppliers.
• Provide architectural guidance across integration, data migration, testing, cutover and service transition activities.
• Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, performance, resilience and supportability requirements.
• Enable successful handover to support teams through strong documentation and knowledge transfer.

Skills

SAP architecture

Integration expertise

Data migration

Security architecture

Stakeholder management

Governance

Technical leadership

Education

Degree in Technology, Engineering, Business Systems

Tools

SAP Solution Manager

SAP PI/PO or SAP CPI

Data migration tools

Job description

Job IntroductionSAP Solution ArchitectLocation: Mountsorrel, Leicestershire (Hybrid Working)Company: TarmacType: Full Time, PermanentHelp Shape the Future of SAP at TarmacAre you an experienced SAP Solution Architect looking for a role where your expertise will directly influence a large-scale business transformation?At Tarmac, we're embarking on an exciting journey through Project Falcon, a major transformation programme that will modernise and optimise our SAP landscape. We're looking for a talented SAP Solution Architect to define, govern and deliver the SAP architecture that underpins this critical initiative.This is a unique opportunity to work across business and technology teams, influencing strategic decisions, driving best practice, and ensuring solutions are scalable, secure and fit for the future.What You'll Be DoingAs the SAP Solution Architect, you'll take ownership of the SAP architecture within Project Falcon, ensuring business requirements are translated into robust, supportable and sustainable solutions.You'll:Define and lead the SAP solution architecture across the programme scopeTranslate business and functional requirements into effective technical solutionsChampion standard SAP capabilities and minimise unnecessary customisationDesign and document solution architectures, interfaces, data flows and technical decisionsCollaborate with business stakeholders, IT teams, delivery partners and suppliersProvide architectural guidance across integration, data migration, testing, cutover and service transition activitiesEnsure solutions meet security, compliance, performance, resilience and supportability requirementsIdentify architectural risks, technical debt and design conflicts, providing practical recommendations and governanceReview supplier designs and support technical workshops throughout deliveryEnable successful handover to support teams through strong documentation and knowledge transferWhat We're Looking ForWe're seeking a strategic thinker who can balance technical excellence with real-world delivery needs.Essential ExperienceSignificant experience delivering SAP solution architecture within complex enterprise environmentsProven ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutionsStrong experience across SAP integration, data migration, security and non-functional architectureExperience reviewing supplier designs and governing architectural standardsKnowledge of testing, deployment, cutover and transition-to-support activitiesExcellent stakeholder management skills across business and technical teamsExperience managing technical risk, governance and architectural decision-makingDesirableExperience within manufacturing, logistics, order management, dispatch or operational environmentsSAP Architecture or SAP solution certificationsExperience supporting large-scale business transformation programmesWho You AreYou'll thrive in this role if you are: Architecturally rigorous and detail-focused Pragmatic and delivery-minded Confident challenging assumptions and driving best-practice solutions An exceptional communicator with both technical and non-technical audiences Collaborative, influential and able to build strong relationships across diverse teams Focused on long-term maintainability, scalability and operational successQualificationsDegree in Technology, Engineering, Business Systems, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experienceRelevant SAP or Architecture certifications are advantageous but not essentialWhy Join Tarmac?At Tarmac, you'll be part of a business that is investing in technology, innovation and transformation. You'll have the opportunity to work on a high-profile programme, collaborate with talented colleagues and partners, and play a key role in shaping the future SAP landscape of the organisation.If you're passionate about delivering robust SAP architecture and want to make a real impact on a major transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help build the future with Tarmac.Why TarmacWe don't just offer a job, we offer a career.Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:Bonus schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess to our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you. Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and DevelopmentTraining and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.Ready to build your future?Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!#Tarmac #TarmacCareersTarmac Trading LimitedTarmac Trading Limited TarmacSalary Excellent Salary + Bonus + BenefitsFrequency AnnualJob Reference tarmac/TP/115/8226Contract Type Fixed TermClosing Date 19 November, 2026Job Category ITBusiness Unit Corporate FunctionsLocation Loughborough, United KingdomPosted on 20 October, 2026