Team Head SAP PP/MM/QM

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and manufactures in over 300 factories. Its 33,500 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023.

Our Global SAP department is a truly global team with +100 employees and is known for its focus on sustainable value creation by translating the latest IT innovations into solutions and services. We use the newest state-of-the-art S/4HANA features as our strategic platform to permanently optimize and enhance our global template. The world-wide SAP roll-out journey continues, and our current SAP User community of around 12'000 SAP Users is constantly growing.

The organization is currently undergoing a transformation towards digitalization, advancing fundamental elements to meet future needs, such as using new technologies. Are you a seasoned SAP leader ready to drive innovation in a global organization? We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Team Head SAP P2P (Plan-to-Product / Procure-to-Pay) to join our SAP Team, based in Zürich (Switzerland) 

Reporting directly to the Global SAP Manager, you'll oversee daily operations while leading support, change, and project activities for the SAP P2P landscape. This position offers an exceptional blend of working with a hybrid SAP environment (on-prem and cloud) and engaging with dynamic business areas. You'll steer a team responsible for various modules, including MM, Ariba, PP-PI, IBP, PPDS, QM, MES, DM, and Variant Configuration, ensuring that business solutions using the latest SAP technologies are effectively delivered and supported.

YOU can be part of this highly motivated team to ensure Sika's continuing success on the digital journey. 

Role & Responsibilities 

• Provide leadership for a diverse, multi-functional global team of internal consultants and external partners, setting direction across SAP P2P-related modules.
• Collaborate with the Global Head of SAP, Global SAP Process Owners, and regional business teams to plan and execute SAP P2P initiatives in line with project timelines and objectives.
• Manage S/4HANA and related applications, focusing on day-to-day operations in Plan-to-Product and Procure-to-Pay.
• Leverage your deep SAP expertise to bring new innovations to life, driving continuous improvement and system optimization.
• Partner closely with business stakeholders to deliver measurable value aligned with their needs, translating opportunities into tangible results.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, architectural requirements, and SAP template guidelines across all systems and services.

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• 6+ years of team leadership experience in SAP environments, including managing teams and projects on a global scale.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience with SAP in a manufacturing setting, particularly with S/4HANA and related satellites  
• In-depth understanding of end-to-end Production and Procurement processes, along with integration into other business areas.
• Technical SAP expertise with a solid grasp of the SAP ecosystem, architecture, and strategy.
• Strong leadership capabilities to inspire and guide a global, multidisciplinary team, and tackle complex process challenges.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work closely with business counterparts, driving innovative solutions.
• A proactive mindset, always looking to identify areas for improvement and owning their execution to deliver success.
• Knowledge of MES systems and Variant Configuration is highly beneficial.
• Willingness to travel up to 10-20%
• Fluency in English; German is a strong advantage.

We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join our team and be part of you journey to excellence!

• Sika - Building Trust. Trust is the most important thing for us. We trust in the capabilities of all our Sika team members - every day.
• Friendly, personable, and often surprisingly uncomplicated, that's how many of our employees describe their working relationship at Sika. We call this the Sika Spirit.
• We offer an attractive employment package with good social benefits, excellent pension fund and accident insurance solutions 
• 'Sikalino' - an excellent Childcare Center is next to the office
• Discount on public transport or on-site parking

This is a chance to take your SAP career to the next level by shaping our digital transformation journey. You'll work in a high-end SAP landscape, engage with an expanding international user base, and lead significant business improvements.

If you're ready to make a substantial impact, we want to hear from you. For more information about this exciting challenge, please get in contact with Robert Lienhard / Senior Talent Attraction Partner / lienhard.robert@ch.sika.com

We look forward to your application.

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