EY SAP Solution Architect - Retail Director 

Australia, New South Wales, Sydney 

615426057

SAP Solution Architect - Retail - Director

The SAP Solution Architect will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of SAP solutions that enhance business processes and drive operational efficiency within the retail sector. This role requires a deep understanding of retail operations, SAP modules, and integration capabilities.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design:Develop comprehensive SAP solutions that align with business objectives and retail industry best practices.
• Requirements Gathering:Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyse business requirements, translating them into functional specifications for SAP solutions.
• Implementation Oversight:Lead the implementation of SAP solutions, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Provide guidance to project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Integration Management:Design and manage integrations between SAP and other systems (e.g., POS, e-commerce platforms, supply chain systems) to ensure seamless data flow and operational efficiency.
• Customisation and Configuration:Oversee the customisation and configuration of SAP modules relevant to retail, such as SAP S/4HANA Retail Merchandise Management, SAP Customer Activity Repository, SAP EWM, SAP TM, SAP Ariba
• Continuous Improvement:Stay updated on industry trends and SAP advancements, recommending enhancements and optimisations to existing solutions to drive continuous improvement.

What we look for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or relevant certifications.
• Proven experience as an SAP Solution Architect, with a focus on retail solutions.
• Strong knowledge of SAP modules relevant to retail
• Experience with system integration and data migration strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• SAP certification in relevant modules.
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies in retail, such as AI, machine learning, and IoT.

What we offer you

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally
• Salary:We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

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