Operates ports and infrastructure, facilitating trade and logistics across the UK.
Lead the design, roadmap, and delivery of change initiatives within Finance and Procurement systems.
Partner with delivery leads to plan, track, and report on delivery performance.
Oversee CR (Change Request) management, impact assessments, and resource allocation.
Champion continuous improvement and agile methodologies.
You will act as both architect and team lead — guiding the business on SAP best practice, shaping our solution roadmap, and managing a team of SAP experts. Working closely with our Finance and Procurement business teams, you’ll drive continuous improvement, champion agile delivery, and ensure that our systems deliver tangible business value.
Ensure all designs align with architecture principles, SAP best practices, and ABP’s strategic goals.
Manage risk, capacity, and vendor relationships across the solution area.
Lead, develop, and mentor a multi-location team of SAP specialists.
Build strong relationships with business stakeholders, Business Process Owners, and Super Users.
As the SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead , you will be responsible for ensuring that ABP’s SAP Finance (RTR) and Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions are fit for purpose, aligned with best practice, and continually evolving to meet business needs.
Own and manage the SAP Finance, Controlling, Concur and Procurement solution areas.
Broad understanding of SAP solution architecture and integration across business functions.
Background in large, complex organisations (Fortune 500 experience desirable).
As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels
Demonstrable success in delivering complex SAP projects.
Experience working with third-party vendors and service providers.
Deep knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and ITIL Service Management processes.
At ABP, we are transforming the way we deliver technology solutions across our business. Our IT Solutions Delivery team is at the heart of this change — driving innovation, standardisation, and continuous improvement. We are now seeking an experienced SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead to take ownership of our central SAP Finance and Procurement systems and lead a high-performing functional team.
Strong SAP functional background across Finance (FICO), Procurement, Inventory Management, VIM, and Concur.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.
You’ll be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of SAP and a proven ability to manage delivery teams in complex, integrated environments. You’ll combine strong technical insight with excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
Degree in IT or a related discipline.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience with SAP EPPM (PS, CPM, PPM), OpenText, REFX, BPC, SAC, and BW.
Proven experience managing SAP delivery and support teams across multiple locations.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
Exposure to SAP S/4HANA 2023.
Location: Humber preferably but Flexible (UK)
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.