Lead SAP Analyst

SAP is core to the running of the Harrods IT processes for the business workstreams.  Currently running SAP ECC6, SAP CAR & SAP EWM solutions, with a plan to upgrade to S/4HANA soon.

About the role

The purpose of this role has duel responsibilities, to lead a team of SAP Analysts and to be part of the team to deliver Business change initiatives with the SAP systems, by designing, developing, maintaining and supporting solutions.  Always adhering to industry best practices, whilst working to a common application strategy.

The role is responsible for the quality of SAP configuration across all modules of the SAP ERP platform and integration requirements.  The Lead role will manage the workload for their team.

The SAP Lead Analyst position will report directly to a SAP Applications Manager within the SAP IT function. The role will be accountable for the overall design, configuration and day-to-day support of one or more SAP solutions.  They will be responsible for the delivery of business change initiatives by designing, developing, maintaining and supporting the solution, always adhering to industry best practice whilst working to a common application strategy to ensure SAP functions run efficiently and effectively.

Within the role you will work with the wider IT Teams as well as business stake holders and SAP themselves, to ensure that the services provided through SAP are the right quality to serve the business needs, and to ensure value is delivered from the SAP solutions.

This role will include an on-call rotation and occasional weekend/overnight work.

About you

We are looking for someone who has experience as a Team Leader, managing a SAP development team. You will have experience in resource planning, as well as organising and managing workload resources required to deliver IT services for the business demands.

You will have experience in both support and project delivery (ITIL, Prince 2, or verifiable experience), as well as experience in SAP development and support exposure, ideally both at mid-tier and enterprise levels.

You will be committed and highly professional individual, willing to take ownership of problems and provide workable solutions, with a proven ability to influence outcomes in an effective manner.

Our Promise to You

At Harrods, we believe nothing is impossible. We drive ourselves and inspire others to always push for more. This passion to exceed is what sets us apart. We are proud to be a place where standing out means being yourself.

As well as strong long-term career potential and development support, you will also benefit from an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, eligibility for a competitive bonus, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday and a day off on your birthday, up to 33% in-store discount and a season ticket loan.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

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