Focus On SAP is hiring on behalf of our global client for the position of SAP Applications Manager to support their Netherlands/Belgium divisions.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead IT operations for a global organisation. The SAP Applications Manager will oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of SAP/IT applications while ensuring business operations run efficiently and align with strategic goals. The role also involves providing leadership, fostering collaboration, and managing relationships with stakeholders and IT suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
Your Profile:
What is on Offer:
Focus On SAP is proud to partner with an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead IT operations for a global organisation. The SAP Applications Manager will oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of SAP/IT applications while ensuring business operations run efficiently and align with strategic goals. The role also involves providing leadership, fostering collaboration, and managing relationships with stakeholders and IT suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of 10+ experts and manage external consultants.
- Oversee IT systems and solutions, including SAP S/4 HANA, eCommerce platforms, Salesforce, Tableau, and integrations with third-party applications.
- Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for the IT Competence Center, aligning with overall business objectives.
- Ensure successful execution of projects, meeting timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Facilitate communication with business leaders, providing updates on project status, system performance, and upcoming initiatives.
- Identify system enhancement opportunities and optimize SAP applications for functionality and efficiency.
- Monitor system performance, address bottlenecks, and ensure a secure and stable SAP environment.
- Provide oversight and guidance to the SAP support team to resolve technical issues promptly.
- Maintain Standard Operating Procedures and ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- A dedicated infrastructure team based in the Netherlands.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, business management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams.
- Expertise in one or more SAP modules (SD, MM, FICO, or EWM) or deep knowledge of ABAP/Basis.
- Experience in wholesale distribution, eCommerce, or pharmaceutical domains is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and influence stakeholders.
- Analytical and results-driven mindset with attention to detail and strategic vision.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
- Familiarity with project management tools.
What is on Offer:
- An entrepreneurial and informal work environment, with the resources of a large international organization.
- Opportunities to develop and grow your personal and professional skills, supported by a motivated team.
- Competitive terms of employment, extra-legal benefits, and a performance-based bonus.
Focus On SAP is proud to partner with an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.