Director, SAP Strategy

West Monroe•Chicago, IL

4d•$200,000 - $275,000

About The Position

Are you ready to make an impact? West Monroe is seeking a highly experienced Director, SAP Strategy Development , to lead and support strategic initiatives within our Operations Excellence practice, Enterprise Strategy & Execution (ES&E) discipline. This role focuses on driving strategy development for SAP ERP solutions across our core industries, helping organizations navigate complex transformations and achieve measurable business outcomes. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP ERP solutions , including SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA on RISE , and a proven track record as a solution/enterprise architect for large enterprises with annual revenues exceeding $2 billion. Additionally, the candidate must have experience developing roadmap & value case for SAP modernization including quantified business benefits, cost-saving opportunities, aligning technology investments with strategic business goals.

Requirements

10+ years of experience as a solution/enterprise architect for SAP solutions.
Expertise in SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA on RISE, from strategy through implementation.
History advising companies with annual revenues exceeding $2 billion.
Proven ability to lead complex SAP-centric transformation engagements and strategy development initiatives.
Experience developing detailed value cases for SAP modernization, including quantifying business benefits, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and aligning technology investments with business goals.
Proficiency defining and managing enterprise architecture using SAP’s integrated toolchain, including SAP Signavio, SAP LeanIX, SAP BTP, and SAP ALM.
Demonstrated success within one or more of West Monroe’s core industries including Consumer & Industrial Products, Healthcare (payer/provider), Life Sciences, High Tech & Software, Utilities, Insurance, Banking, and/or Private Equity.
Deep understanding of SAP system landscapes, architecture, and integration points
Expertise in using SAP’s integrated toolchain for enterprise architecture and lifecycle management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with C-level executives and client stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)
Ability to travel as needed for client projects.
Must be eligible to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

MBA or master’s degree (preferred).
SAP Certified Application Architect – SAP S/4HANA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Strategy Development Lead the development of SAP platform strategies, including modernization and stabilization roadmaps tailored to client needs.
Define transformation scoping, process optimization, and data strategies for ERP-centric investments.
Assess operational processes and quantify value opportunities for ERP transformations.
Develop roadmap for SAP modernization and value case including quantified business benefits, cost-saving opportunities, and ROI metrics for ERP transformations.
Solution / Enterprise Architecture Design scalable and value-driven ERP solutions tailored to client needs, leveraging SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA on RISE.
Define SAP-centric enterprise architecture strategies that align with business objectives and integrate seamlessly with other systems.
Develop industry-oriented reference architectures and benchmarks for SAP solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
Client Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to clients in West Monroe’s industry focus areas (e.g., Consumer and Industrial Products (C&IP), Retail, Life Sciences, Energy and Utilities) with annual revenues exceeding $2 billion, ensuring alignment of ERP strategies with business goals.
Provide thought leadership in SAP strategy development, leveraging industry-specific knowledge and benchmarks.
Support vendor selection, sourcing, and contract negotiation for ERP implementations.
Business Development Collaborate with West Monroe partners and directors to shape and pitch projects to new and existing clients.
Lead internal offering development initiatives, including pitch decks, go-to-market plans, and thought leadership materials.
Practice Development Support the SAP Advisory team in mobilizing transformation programs, ensuring readiness across change, data, governance, and team structure.
Coach and mentor team members, fostering professional growth and development.
Drive achievement of value commitments through value-based decision-making and benefit realization frameworks.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to receive annual bonuses.
Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date.

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