SAP S/4HANA Senior Solution Architect

Cognizant Enterprise Platform Services – SAP (EPS SAP)

About Us:

EPS SAP is a global business unit with a strong hub in the Netherlands. EPS drives business transformation, enabled by the world’s leading enterprise platforms. We support our clients with a global team of more than 40,000 experienced consultants and an offshore team with multiple certified experts. We work together with our 1,400+ customers worldwide in 28+ countries with more than 200+ digital solutions. Our focus is on implementation, integration, enhancements, application maintenance, and consulting in industries such as life sciences, automotive, insurance, technology, energy, and communications.

We are looking for a Chief Functional Architect with experience in S/4 HANA to join our team. You will be part of Cognizant’s S/4HANA Center of Excellence for Global Growth Markets and you will be responsible for Solutioning of S/4HANA opportunities, Pre-Sales for the Benelux region. In addition, you will have responsibility for collaboration with the SAP Service Line Specialist and Client Partner for building and nurturing a pipeline.

Responsibilities:

• Have the initial conversations with customers who are pursuing the SAP Modernization journey to S/4HANA
• Lead the design and implementation of S/4 HANA solutions to meet business requirements
• Lead and/or drive S/4HANA Assessments to build a customer roadmap for SAP Modernization to S/4HANA
• Drive successful and differentiating solution design for our customers as they embark on SAP Modernization journey to S/4HANA
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams of Testing, Legacy Integrations, Cloud Enablement, and Change Management as part of a solution lead for RFP’s
• Bring Cognizant Offerings and Key Accelerators to the Customers and opportunities
• Demonstrate Industry domain and Process Leadership skills in customer conversations building the trust

Requirements:

• Experience in leading mid to large size SAP Programs as a Solution Architect in SAP S/4HANA Transformation Programs
• Deep understanding of the journey to S/4HANA for a customer with the various options
• Experience in pre-sales activities including leading RFP / RFI responses as Solution Lead
• Proven track record of successful SAP project implementations
• Experience in running S/4HANA Assessments to help clients develop their S/4HANA Roadmap
• Understanding of overall SAP landscape and interdependencies between other modules and cross-functional integration
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Very good communication and presentation skills

Diversity and Inclusion at Cognizant:

At Cognizant, we believe diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our ability to execute successfully and consistently over the long term. We recognize that our people are our most important asset. We strive to create an environment where all associates feel comfortable to be themselves, feel accepted, and can therefore thrive both personally and professionally. We continue to drive D&I throughout our organization to unlock the insights, imagination, and innovation of our associates, as well as reflect the diversity of our clients and communities. We are a Dutch and European Top Employer and continually drive employment recognition and engagement through employee-friendly policies and affinity groups such as “Women Empowered”, “Embrace LGBTQ+” and “Race Equality Network”.

The Cognizant Community:

We are a high-caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities, and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About Us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity, and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted, and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer:

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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