SAP Architect

Job Title : SAP Enterprise Architect Job Location : Dubai, UAE Role Summary We are seeking an accomplished, client-side SAP Enterprise Architect with 12 to 15+ years of progressive enterprise architecture experience to own the architecture blueprint, lead the technical governance, and provide objective third-party oversight of the System Integrator deliverables. This senior strategic leader will bridge business capabilities with technology architecture, champion the fit-to-standard paradigm, and eliminate unnecessary technical debt. Key Responsibilities 1. Architectural Governance & Clean Core Enforcement -Lead enterprise architecture strategy, solution blueprinting, and transient-state planning for the multi-entity SAP S/4HANA RISE transition. -Enforce strict "Clean Core" principles, ensuring that extensions and custom integrations are built side by side using the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP). -Establish design principles and chair the architectural evaluation process to eliminate legacy technical debt and custom-heavy RICEFW overhead. -Oversee System Integrator deliverables, ensuring design quality, scope containment, and adherence to baseline fixed-bid specifications. 2. Business Process Re-engineering & Fit-to-Standard Validation -Facilitate Fit-to-Standard validation workshops with business leaders, stream leads, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). -Guide cross-functional business groups (Manufacturing, Logistics, Projects, and Trading) toward adopting SAP Best Practices over legacy customizations. -Decompose complex business requirements into standard end-to-end workflows with unified approvals, localized compliance, and strict exception handling. 3. Data Harmonization, Quality & Migration Governance -Define and lead the global enterprise data harmonization strategy across all business units. -Govern centralized Master Data Management (MDM) across core domains, including Business Partners, Materials, and a global, standardized Chart of Accounts (CoA). -Oversee the data migration pipeline (utilizing ChainSys automated platforms) across progressive validation, mapping, pre-load cleansing, and mock cutover cycles. -Enforce data sovereignty, the localized UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), and strict validation constraints before production cutovers. 4. Enterprise Analytics & Reporting Strategy -Define the overarching enterprise analytics framework to ensure real-time operational insights via S/4HANA Embedded Analytics (CDS views). -Orchestrate the unified reporting semantic layer via SAP Datasphere, feeding into the client-controlled visualization tier (Microsoft Power BI and Qlik Sense). -Collaborate on historical data retention strategies to harmonize 17 years of legacy database capital within the target data warehouse topology without impacting core ERP performance. What We Are Looking For Experience & Qualifications -Total Experience: 12–15+ years of progressive IT delivery, solution architecture, and strategic digital core leadership. -SAP Transformation Mastery: Minimum 6+ years of hands-on client-side architecture leadership inside large-scale SAP S/4HANA implementation programs. -Migration Track Record: Direct, proven experience navigating complex migrations from Oracle EBS (or similar legacy ERPs) to SAP S/4HANA cloud landscapes. -Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical/scientific discipline; an Executive MBA or advanced management qualification is highly preferred. -International Certifications: Highly preferred (e.g., SAP Certified – SAP S/4HANA, TOGAF 9 Certification, PMP or PRINCE2, and relevant Cloud Architecture certifications). Technical & Functional Expertise -Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA Cloud (Private Edition / RISE methodologies) and the SAP Activate framework. -Advanced proficiency in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), Cloud Integration (CPI), SAP Datasphere, and clean-core extensibility models. -Strong command over cross-functional process architectures spanning Finance/Controlling (FICO), Supply Chain (MM, SD, EWM), Projects (PS, EPPM), and core cloud suites like SuccessFactors and Ariba. -Expertise in establishing data quality metrics, master data governance, and automated reconciliation frameworks. -Familiarity with regional GCC statutory mandates, including Wage Protection System (WPS), UAE Corporate Tax, and e-invoicing integrations. Leadership & Consultative Attributes -Exemplary stakeholder management and advisory skills, with a proven ability to engage and influence CXO/Board-level executives. -A consultative and collaborative leadership style capable of challenging legacy thinking and driving change across decentralized business structures. -Experience supporting large, diversified conglomerates or family business groups with multi-vertical operations. Show more Show less

Total Experience: 12–15+ years of progressive IT delivery, solution architecture, and strategic digital core leadership. SAP Transformation Mastery: Minimum 6+ years of hands-on client-side architecture leadership inside large-scale SAP S/4HANA implementation programs. Migration Track Record: Direct, proven experience navigating complex migrations from Oracle EBS (or similar legacy ERPs) to SAP S/4HANA cloud landscapes. Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical/scientific discipline; an Executive MBA or advanced management qualification is highly preferred. International Certifications: Highly preferred (e.g., SAP Certified – SAP S/4HANA, TOGAF 9 Certification, PMP or PRINCE2, and relevant Cloud Architecture certifications).

1. Architectural Governance & Clean Core Enforcement – Lead enterprise architecture strategy, solution blueprinting, and transient-state planning for the multi-entity SAP S/4HANA RISE transition; Enforce Clean Core principles; Establish design principles and chair architectural evaluation to eliminate legacy debt; Oversee System Integrator deliverables. 2. Business Process Re-engineering & Fit-to-Standard Validation – Facilitate Fit-to-Standard validation workshops; guide cross-functional groups toward SAP Best Practices; decompose complex requirements into standard end-to-end workflows. 3. Data Harmonization, Quality & Migration Governance – Define global data harmonization strategy; govern Master Data Management across core domains; oversee data migration pipeline; enforce data sovereignty and PDPL compliance before production cutovers. 4. Enterprise Analytics & Reporting Strategy – Define analytics framework for real-time insights; orchestrate reporting layer with SAP Datasphere and visualization tools; plan historical data retention in the data warehouse topology.