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Kyndryl

26d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 5+ years in app dev, migration, and architecture, deep SAP expertise, leadership skills, customer focus, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • You will lead SAP solution design, manage stakeholders, build customer relationships, and drive data-driven improvements across various industries while leveraging deep SAP knowledge and agile methodologies.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Expertise: Deep knowledge of SAP platform and solutions, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, RISE, BTP, Ariba, MDG and related technologies.
  • Good understanding of the SAP product strategy and several SAP functional areas such as FI, SD, MM, PP, PS, BTP, and WM
  • Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
  • Business Acumen: Strong business acumen, with a understanding of financial management, business development, and market dynamics.
  • Customer Focus: Exceptional customer management skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
  • Communication: Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate and sell complex solutions and roadmaps to diverse audiences, including C-suite.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions driving continuous improvement in the sales process.
  • Required Skills and Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in application development and deployment
  • 5+ years in application migration and modernization
  • 5+ years in application architecture, middleware and data experience
  • Variety of technologies including BI, database principles, programming fundamentals, SQL, hardware/software, operating systems and networking
  • Strong technical acumen & deep working knowledge of Agile Methods, Service Architecture, and enterprise Cloud Integration
  • Strong ability to influence, collaborate and build relationships with key stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams
  • Preferred Skills and Experience
  • SaaS application implementation experience: (Oracle E-Business Suite, NetSuite, Infor, Unit 4, PeopleSoft, Oracle Cloud ERP, SAP, Lawson, etc.)
  • Application modernization tools, e.g. CAST
  • Experience in using and implementing DevSecOps processes
  • Past experience in assisting stakeholders in quantifying risks and developing mitigation and remediation strategies

Responsibilities

  • To be successful in the role you will have the following experience and skills:
  • Deep knowledge of SAP platform and solutions, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, RISE, BTP, Ariba, MDG and related technologies.
  • Good understanding of the SAP product strategy and several SAP functional areas such as FI, SD, MM, PP, PS, BTP, and WM
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
  • Strong business acumen, with a understanding of financial management, business development, and market dynamics.
  • Exceptional customer management skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate and sell complex solutions and roadmaps to diverse audiences, including C-suite.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions driving continuous improvement in the sales process.
  • Exposure to SAP Integrations with B2B/EDI/IDOC, Concur, Ariba, BTP, Success Factors, Sales Cloud, and Coupa.
  • Experience with multi-tier / hybrid-cloud system development for large enterprises.
  • Knowledge of specific industries (e.g., manufacturing, retail, finance) and their unique SAP requirements.
  • Experience with SAP’s Activate Methodology
  • Experience interacting with Senior and Executive Leadership.
  • Knowledge of the agile development process, development.

FAQs

What is the primary role of an SAP Strategy and Design Consultant at Kyndryl?

The primary role involves designing, building, managing, and modernizing technology systems related to SAP solutions and platforms, ensuring they align with business strategies and customer needs.

What educational background is required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology, or a related field is required.

What specific SAP expertise is necessary for this role?

Expertise in SAP platform and solutions, particularly in SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, RISE, BTP, Ariba, MDG, and a good understanding of SAP product strategies and several functional areas such as FI, SD, MM, PP, PS, BTP, and WM is necessary.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in application development and deployment, application migration and modernization, and application architecture, middleware, and data experience.

Are leadership skills important for the SAP Strategy and Design Consultant role?

Yes, strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.

Is customer focus emphasized in this position?

Yes, exceptional customer management skills and a proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships are critical for success in this role.

What preferred skills could enhance a candidate's application?

Preferred skills include exposure to SAP integrations with various systems, experience with multi-tier/hybrid-cloud development, knowledge of specific industries, and familiarity with SAP's Activate Methodology.

Is knowledge of agile development processes preferred for this consulting role?

Yes, knowledge of the agile development process is preferred for an SAP Strategy and Design Consultant at Kyndryl.

Does Kyndryl promote diversity in the workplace?

Yes, Kyndryl is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to create an equitable workplace.

What opportunities for professional development does Kyndryl offer?

Kyndryl provides employee learning programs offering access to industry certifications from Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and more, as well as opportunities to volunteer and support charities.

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Kyndryl

We design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day.

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2021
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We have the world’s best talent that design, run, and manage the most advanced and reliable technology infrastructure each day. Together, we think holistically about the health of these vital technology ecosystems. We are a focused, independent company that builds on our foundation of excellence by creating systems in new ways. Bringing in the right partners, investing in our business, and working side-by-side with our customers to unlock potential. We're raising the bar. Our experience speaks for itself: We have 90,000 highly skilled employees around the world serving 75 of the Fortune 100. But our purpose is what drives us: Advancing the vital systems that power human progress. Because when a digital ecosystem is healthy, it can more readily adapt and support continuous growth and that opens up a world of possibility for everyone. Together, we are the heart of progress.