Head of Enterprise IT – SAP S/4HANA Transformation

About the role

Etihad Airways is looking for an experienced Head of Enterprise IT to lead a large‑scale SAP S/4HANA transformation covering Finance, Procurement, Human Resources and other core enterprise functions. The role will shape the transformation strategy, oversee implementation partners and ensure the new system delivers measurable business value.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the end‑to‑end SAP S/4HANA transformation roadmap aligned with digital and business objectives.
• Establish programme governance, budget controls, risk management and benefits realization frameworks.
• Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, HR and Technology stakeholders to design future‑state processes and technology solutions.
• Manage system integrators, consulting partners, vendors and internal delivery teams across design, build, testing, data migration, cut‑over and hyper‑care phases.
• Lead business readiness, change management, training and adoption activities.
• Provide regular executive reporting, steering committee updates and ensure compliance with audit, security and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Minimum 15 years of experience leading large‑scale enterprise transformation programmes.
• At least 8 years of SAP programme delivery experience, including a full SAP S/4HANA implementation.
• Proven track record delivering Finance, Procurement and HR transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience managing large implementation budgets, external vendors and system integrators.
• Experience with both Agile and Waterfall project methodologies.

Required skills

• SAP S/4HANA implementation
• Agile project management
• Waterfall project management