SAP Enterprise Architect – Lead Digital Transformation

About the role

We are embarking on a high‑visibility digital transformation to migrate a multi‑entity Oracle EBS landscape to SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud (RISE). As the client‑side Enterprise Architect, you will define the target blueprint, oversee system integrators, and ensure a strict Clean Core architecture while leveraging SAP Business Technology Platform for extensions.

Key responsibilities

• Define and drive Clean Core & BTP strategy, including side‑by‑side extensions.
• Manage third‑party deliverables, enforce scope containment, and assure design quality.
• Guide business units toward SAP Best Practices, reducing legacy customisations.
• Govern global MDM (ChainSys), ensure UAE PDPL compliance, and deliver unified reporting via SAP Datasphere and Power BI.

Required profile

• 15‑18+ years of overall IT experience with 8+ years leading client‑side SAP S/4HANA architectures.
• Proven track record in complex Oracle EBS to SAP S/4HANA migrations.
• Bachelor’s degree (Executive MBA preferred); SAP professional certifications mandatory.
• Additional certifications such as TOGAF 9, PMP/PRINCE2, or Cloud Architect preferred.
• Strong CXO‑level communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required skills

• SAP S/4HANA Cloud (RISE)
• SAP Activate methodology
• SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP)
• SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI)
• SAP Datasphere
• Core SAP modules: FICO, MM, SD, PS, Ariba, SuccessFactors
• ChainSys MDM
• UAE PDPL compliance knowledge
• Power BI for reporting