EY Tech Consulting - SAP-Strategy Governance Expert 

India, Kerala, Kochi 

409906587

Primary Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain the SAP strategy in alignment with the overall business strategy.
• Establish and enforce SAP governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Lead the SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) and manage a team of SAP professionals.
• Oversee SAP projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs and translate them into SAP solution requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the SAP landscape.
• Manage SAP vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure value for the organization.
• Provide expert guidance on SAP best practices, trends, and innovations.
• Ensure the security and integrity of SAP systems and data.
• Develop and manage the SAP training and knowledge transfer programs.
• Prepare and manage the SAP budget and resources.
  

Experience:

• Should have 8-11 Yrs of Experience in SAP Governance and Strategy.
• Experience of having worked in a client facing delivery role.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP Strategy and Governance and related areas.
• Proven track record of managing SAP projects and teams.
• Strong understanding of SAP modules and integration points.
• Successfully completed at least three end-to-end implementations.
• Experience in working in client-facing delivery roles, with a proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
  

Competencies / Skills:

• Familiarity with governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, or specific SAP governance models.
• Understanding of compliance requirements and regulations that impact SAP usage, such as GDPR, SOX, or industry-specific standards.
• Strong customer handling skills, with the ability to build relationships and provide mentorship to team members.
• Excellent communication skills for translating functional requirements into design documents.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Able to handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within diverse teams, while independently driving key deliverables.
  

Education:

• Graduate from a reputed educational institution.
• Certifications in SAP GRC (added advantage).
• Must possess a valid passport and be willing to travel for client site work (domestic and international)

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