SAP Finance and Procurement Lead

2 days ago

Humber Devon, United Kingdom Associated British Ports Full time

Location: Humber preferably but Flexible (UK) Reports to: Head of SAP & Enterprise Applications
Function: IT Solutions Delivery

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

At ABP , we are transforming the way we deliver technology solutions across our business. Our IT Solutions Delivery team is at the heart of this change — driving innovation, standardisation, and continuous improvement. We are now seeking an experienced SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead to take ownership of our central SAP Finance and Procurement systems and lead a high-performing functional team.

As the SAP Finance Procurement Functional Lead , you will be responsible for ensuring that ABP’s SAP Finance (RTR) and Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions are fit for purpose, aligned with best practice, and continually evolving to meet business needs.
You will act as both architect and team lead — guiding the business on SAP best practice, shaping our solution roadmap, and managing a team of SAP experts. Working closely with our Finance and Procurement business teams, you’ll drive continuous improvement, champion agile delivery, and ensure that our systems deliver tangible business value.

Own and manage the SAP Finance, Controlling, Concur and Procurement solution areas.
• Lead the design, roadmap, and delivery of change initiatives within Finance and Procurement systems.
• Ensure all designs align with architecture principles, SAP best practices, and ABP’s strategic goals.
• Partner with delivery leads to plan, track, and report on delivery performance.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a multi-location team of SAP specialists.
• Manage risk, capacity, and vendor relationships across the solution area.
• Champion continuous improvement and agile methodologies.

You’ll be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of SAP and a proven ability to manage delivery teams in complex, integrated environments. Strong SAP functional background across Finance (FICO) , Procurement , Inventory Management , VIM , and Concur .
• Broad understanding of SAP solution architecture and integration across business functions.
• Proven experience managing SAP delivery and support teams across multiple locations.
• Demonstrable success in delivering complex SAP projects.
• Deep knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and ITIL Service Management processes.
• Experience with SAP EPPM (PS, CPM, PPM) , OpenText , REFX , BPC , SAC , and BW .
• Exposure to SAP S/4HANA 2023 .
• Degree in IT or a related discipline.


When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.

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