JOB PURPOSE:<\/p>\n
\tStrategic and tactical role within the Digital Technology organisation accountable for the ERP platform strategy, architecture, governance and lifecycle management of the Group\u2019s ERP landscape. The role leads a team of ERP platform specialists responsible for the design, governance and lifecycle management of enterprise ERP capabilities across finance, supply chain and associated enterprise platforms. The role is responsible for defining and communicating the enterprise structures, architectural principles and operating models required to deliver integrated ERP capabilities that support Aspen\u2019s global business operations. ERP architecture in this context includes not only technology components, but also changes to services, processes, structures and operating models required to deliver sustainable business capabilities. The role provides enterprise-level guidance on the development and evolution of ERP solution components, ensuring alignment with relevant architectures, strategies, policies, standards and practices (including quality and security), while maintaining interoperability across the enterprise technology landscape. In addition to architectural responsibilities, the role carries platform ownership and end-to-end lifecycle accountability for the Group SAP ecosystem, including SAP S\/4HANA, SAP Supply Chain solutions (IBP, EWM, TM), SAP Finance, SAP GRC, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP SuccessFactors and integrations with non-SAP enterprise platforms. The incumbent ensures that ERP platform roadmaps, enhancement cycles, release management, data integrity frameworks and operational performance are aligned with business priorities, transformation programmes and regulatory, audit and quality expectations within a global pharmaceutical environment. The role is accountable for financial governance of the ERP platform ecosystem, including oversight of operational and capital expenditure associated with ERP technologies and services. This includes SAP licence management, platform operating costs, project investment planning, and the financial governance of ERP platform initiatives. The role ensures ERP platform investments are aligned with business priorities, technology strategy, and long-term platform sustainability while maintaining cost optimisation and value delivery.<\/p>\n
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:<\/p>\n
ERP Platform Strategy and Architecture<\/p>\n
\tLead the definition and evolution of the ERP platform strategy and target architecture aligned with enterprise technology strategy and business capability requirements.
\n\tEstablish architectural principles, standards, and governance frameworks for ERP platforms and associated integrations.
\n\tCoordinate and maintain the target ERP architecture across programmes and projects, ensuring solution consistency and alignment with enterprise architecture standards.
\n\tManage architectural trade-offs between functionality, service quality, risk, and long-term platform sustainability.<\/p>\n
ERP Platform Ownership and Lifecycle Management<\/p>\n
\tAct as Platform Owner for the Group SAP landscape, ensuring stable, scalable, and secure ERP platform operations.
\n\tDefine and manage ERP platform roadmaps, upgrades, enhancements, and lifecycle planning.
\n\tEnsure ERP platforms support evolving business capabilities across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and corporate functions.
\n\tEnsure ERP platform services remain stable, resilient, and compliant with regulatory and quality standards.<\/p>\n
ERP Integration and Delivery Governance<\/p>\n
\tLead the development of organisational capabilities for ERP integration, build, testing, and deployment.
\n\tEstablish policies and standards governing ERP solution design, configuration, and integration practices.
\n\tEnsure ERP platform delivery adheres to enterprise architecture, quality, security, and compliance standards.
\n\tSupport the adoption of automation, DevOps, and continuous integration practices for ERP platform delivery<\/p>\n
Governance, Risk, and Compliance<\/p>\n
\tEnsure ERP solutions meet security, privacy, data integrity, and segregation-of-duties requirements.
\n\tProvide governance oversight for ERP platform changes, including review and approval of architectural deviations.
\n\tEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements relevant to global pharmaceutical operations.
\n\tEmbed appropriate control frameworks across ERP platform operations.<\/p>\n
Business Alignment and Stakeholder Engagement<\/p>\n
\tWork closely with senior business stakeholders to translate business strategy and operational requirements into ERP platform capabilities.
\n\tEnsure strong stakeholder alignment and buy-in for ERP initiatives and solution designs.
\n\tCommunicate platform strategy, architectural decisions, and roadmap progress to senior leadership.<\/p>\n
Technology Strategy and Innovation<\/p>\n
\tMonitor emerging technology, industry trends, and market developments that may impact the ERP platform landscape.
\n\tIdentify opportunities to leverage ERP platform capabilities to drive business transformation and operational efficiency.
\n\tDevelop business cases supporting ERP platform investments and strategic initiatives.<\/p>\n
ERP Platform Financial Governance and Budget Management<\/p>\n
\tAccountable for financial governance of the ERP platform landscape, including operational and capital expenditure related to ERP platforms, services, and initiatives.
\n\tManages ERP platform budgets, including SAP licensing, infrastructure consumption, platform services, and associated technology investments.
\n\tProvides financial oversight and governance for ERP transformation programmes, platform enhancements, and strategic initiatives.
\n\tWorks with business stakeholders, finance partners, and technology teams to align ERP platform investments with enterprise strategy and business priorities.
\n\tOversees development of business cases for ERP platform initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational value, risk management, and return on investment expectations.
\n\tEnsures effective cost management and optimisation of ERP platforms while maintaining performance, scalability, reliability, and compliance requirements.
\n\tProvides financial input into vendor negotiations, licensing strategies, and platform lifecycle planning.
\n\tEnsures financial transparency and reporting of ERP platform expenditure and investment outcomes.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in information technology, business, or Equivalent
\n\tCurrent industry certification in architecture (i.e., TOGAF, GxP, ISO 9000)
\n\tBusiness Process Management Methodology (i.e., BPM, SDLC, ITIL, DevOps, Agile, COBIT)
\n\tCertification or relevant experience in SAP Platforms
\n\t10+ years\u2019 experience working with enterprise ERP platforms in complex organisational environments.
\n\tStrong experience managing relationships with internal business stakeholders in large global organisations.
\n\tProven experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams and aligning business needs with enterprise technology solutions.
\n\tExtensive experience delivering SAP-based enterprise solutions.
\n\tExperience operating in large, complex, or matrix global organisations.
\n\tExperience working with extended ERP solutions such as SAP SuccessFactors, SAP BTP, and supply chain platforms including IBP, EWM, or TM.
\n\tExperience working with enterprise systems integrated with ERP platforms (e.g., Tax systems, Integrated Business Planning, or other enterprise applications).
\n\tSound knowledge of business processes, enterprise solution design practices, and business improvement practices.<\/p>\n
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