SAP CoE Lead

Asahi Europe & International is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe, and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.

We seek a highly skilled and experienced SAP CoE Lead to join and build a dynamic team. The SAP CoE Lead will oversee the SAP Center of Excellence, ensuring the effective implementation and optimization of SAP solutions across the organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of SAP technologies. Participate in the S4HANA implementation project and ensure the project team applies best practices. The CoE lead will be reporting to the Regional Applications Lead.

**Key Responsibilities:**

Leadership and Strategy:

  - Lead the SAP CoE team, providing direction, mentorship, and support.
  - Develop and implement the SAP CoE strategy that is aligned with the organization's goals.
  - Ensure continuous improvement and innovation within the SAP landscape.

SAP Solution Management:

  - Ensure the effective deployment and integration of SAP solutions.
  - Monitor and optimize SAP system performance and reliability.
  - Ensure SAP license compliance.
  - Stay updated with the latest SAP technologies and best practices.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  - Act as the primary point of contact for SAP-related matters within the organization.
  - Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders and IT teams.
  - Communicate SAP CoE activities, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders.

Team Development:

  - Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing SAP CoE team of 5 members.
  - Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.
  - Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in SAP implementation and management.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of SAP technologies and best practices.
- Hands-on knowledge in any of the SAP modules. 
- Ability to think strategically and drive continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

- SAP certification(s).
- Experience in a similar role within a large organization.
- Knowledge of emerging SAP technologies and trends.