SAP SuccessFactors Solution Architect

SAP SuccessFactors Solution Architect

Solihull, SOL, GB, B37 7ES

Tarmac

About The Role
We're currently looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic
SAP Solution Architect
to join our Transformation team to be assigned specifically to our
HRIS - SuccessFactors implementation
(hybrid working) on a
Fixed Term Contract basis for 6 months
.

Main Responsibilities
In this role you'll:

• Ensure integrity and standardisation of our SAP Solution Architecture
• Promote, protect and maintain the integrity of the template solution for the appropriate functional stream
• Be responsible for producing and owning the technical high level design (HLD) of SuccessFactors, while aligning with the architecture principles, standards and roadmap.
• Working closely with the Enterprise Architect and Vendor, ensure that the solution fits into Tarmac's IT architecture and strategy

• With the GPO's and Workstream Leads, leading the Discover and Explore phases for future ERP Deployments;

• Ensure our readiness to introduce and demonstrate the (high level) solution during the discover phase and identify and gather high level gaps and challenges

• Ensure our readiness to execute the fit/gap analysis during the Initiation phase, appropriately challenging new requirements to drive adoption of the template and ensure that the quality of the template is maintained.
• Identify key risks, issues, gaps or decisions that will be required against the existing template, limiting localisation to legal, regulatory and market differentiating requirements.
• Ensure design integrity and facilitation of high quality low level designs by work streams (e.g. Technology), external suppliers (e.g. system integrator)
• Manage enhancements to the template where required, ensuring ongoing development of the functional solution in SAP (that is standardised where possible), is scalable, adaptable and sustainable given ever changing business needs

• Ensure the detailed fit/gap, configuration and parameterisation of approved template extensions /localisations are appropriate and fit for purpose in relation to the wider template

• Oversee and ensure that the functional stream documentation of the template solution is fit to support continuous knowledge transfer

• Review + Sign-off of FS and DS documents in Programme

• Oversee all aspects of SAP systems solutions in the ERP application landscape and ensuring that required processes and functionality can be implemented in an integrated way
• Provide SAP application specific expert guidance and advice regarding SAP standard and process best practices
• Support definition and extension of the Enterprise Model in SAP ERP
• Collaborate with solution architects in other functional streams during the solution design and ensure integration of the SAP system landscape
• Be an active member of the Design Authority and support the review and assessment of critical project deliverables from a SAP solution perspective considering SAP best practice
• Provide input to strategic direction of SAP solutions to ensure latest capabilities and functionality is available
• Support system landscape definitions and infrastructure related questions
• Engage in the latter stages of the deployment projects (Realise and Deploy) to support design related queries and challenges, and be a key stakeholder in any subsequent changes arising from the work-stream once the scope and design has been agreed.
• Actively participate in CCB meetings, providing input and recommendations for architecture decisions and technology direction

Experience & Qualifications
To be successful in this role you'll need:

• To be strategic, able to formulate, plan and execute strategies over short-, medium- and long-term horizons
• Developed technical leadership, with significant experience in SuccessFactors Solution Architecture and the ability to crystalise groups of experts, partners and stakeholders
• To be results focused, able to ensure that Tarmac secures the best outcome
• To be persuasive, able to influence others to ensure the right result
• To be flexible, able to adapt to changing business needs, market conditions and advances in technology
• To be collaborative, able to work with many stakeholders across CRH to delivery shared objectives
• A detailed focus on mission-critical enterprise systems, required to maintain & grow deliver bottom-line value
• Strategic thinking skills, to ensure that Tarmac is best placed to maximise value from technology
• Deep and practical understanding SAP SuccessFactors and associated business processes
• An understanding of the practical application of ERP and associated technologies to improve efficiency and deliver value
• Clear decision-making skills whilst working well under pressure
• Developed negotiation and influencing skills, to ensure the best possible outcomes for Tarmac and CRH
• Please note that experience of architecting solutions specifically for SuccessFactors is required for this role*******

Why Tarmac
Benefits
In addition to this role we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

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Date: Oct 28, 2025

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