SAP S/4HANA Environment Manager

About the Role: SAP S/4HANA Environment Manager

Are you a senior SAP technical leader ready to take ownership of a complex S/4HANA landscape on Microsoft Azure? Careerwise is seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA Environment Manager (also referred to as SAP Operations Manager) to serve as the central technical authority for a large-scale SAP ecosystem. This system is currently in the final test phase before its initial go-live, making this a pivotal time to join. This strategic leadership position offers significant influence over operational models, enterprise architecture, and SAP Enterprise Support engagement.

As the central technical lead for the SAP system landscape, your mission will be to ensure the efficient, stable, and secure operation of our S/4HANA systems and infrastructure running on Microsoft Azure. You will play a crucial role in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing external providers, and shaping the SAP operating model for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full SAP landscape, including S/4HANA, associated add-ons, and Azure infrastructure.
• Oversee central administration and governance of SAP systems.
• Provide critical support to the ongoing S/4HANA implementation project, currently in its test phase pre-go-live.
• Coordinate all cross-system upgrade and update initiatives to maintain system integrity and performance.
• Act as the primary technical contact for SAP Enterprise Support, ensuring optimal engagement and issue resolution.
• Manage and steer external service providers, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and process improvement.
• Define, establish, and continuously enhance the SAP Target Operating Model (TOM).
• Collaborate closely with solution architects, key stakeholders, and specialist departments.
• Contribute actively to SAP-related projects, including feasibility analysis and concept creation.
• Work effectively within agile, interdisciplinary teams.

Technical Expertise Required

• Strong, proven experience with SAP Solutions Manager.
• Broad exposure to various SAP modules, including Finance (OTC, P2P, Treasury), Basis, and TMS.
• Deep understanding of SAP operations and best practices.
• Extensive experience managing SAP environments on Microsoft Azure.
• Demonstrated strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent German is essential for this role.
• Willingness to travel (approximately 20%) to the office in Europe.

Why Join Careerwise?

• Competitive package up to €100,000 plus bonus and benefits.
• Strategic leadership position at the forefront of a modern S/4HANA transformation.
• Work with an Azure-based SAP landscape, leveraging cutting-edge cloud technology.
• High visibility and significant impact on enterprise-wide operations.
• Long-term involvement in the SAP roadmap, shaping future direction.

Key skills/competency

• SAP S/4HANA
• SAP Landscape Management
• Microsoft Azure
• SAP Solutions Manager
• SAP Operations
• Stakeholder Management
• Vendor Management
• Agile Methodologies
• Enterprise Architecture
• German Language Fluency