As a Head of SAP at Sodexo UK&I, you are not only a strategic leader but also a driving force for transformation and growth. In this crucial role, you will contribute to the success of our organization by steering the direction of our Finance, HR, and Supply Chain systems, aligning with our global mission and vision.

You will be responsible for overseeing the design, build, and run aspects of our Finance, HR, and Supply Chain systems. You will manage SAP Technical and Functional teams to develop new solutions, working closely with various stakeholders to drive regional priorities and ensure alignment with our global mission, vision, and strategy.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater – a team where you can make a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment. You belong with us, shaping the future of our company and driving positive change.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

• Lead and manage the UK SAP environment and strategy
• Plan and lead large-scale SAP change projects
• Engage with senior stakeholders to develop and implement IT strategy
• Set goals and evaluate performance of direct reports and the wider team
• Manage outsourcing partners for operational services and change projects
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance and IT security procedures

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Comprehensive knowledge of SAP software and services, including S/4 HANA implementation and support
• Experience in business process re-engineering and design
• Strong supplier relationship management skills
• Line management and leadership experience
• Experience in managing offshore and outsourced support vendors
• Demonstrable experience in building productive relationships with stakeholders
• UK government Vetting required to SC level

Desirable:

• Graduate Calibre
• Competent negotiator
• Experience in the service or retail sectors

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs around 30,000 people, and partners with clients in many sectors across business and industry; schools and universities; sports and leisure; energy and resources; government and agencies; healthcare; justice and defence.

Sodexo’s connected; people-centric approach brings together a diverse range of expertise. The breadth of services it offers ranges from food and hospitality; cleaning; reception; concierge (Circles); security; property management and technical services through to data driven workplace strategy and design (Wx); employee engagement and recognition services (Sodexo Engage) and personal home services through Prestige Nursing + Care and the Good Care Group.  

Vital Spaces is Sodexo’s value proposition that puts people at the heart of everything we do, bringing together services and solutions and focusing on the productivity and wellbeing of people wherever they are.

Sodexo is committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. 

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to  support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process