Title: Head Of SAP Architecture with ref. 45485_1416994957 - RED SAP Solutions
Headings: Head Of SAP Architecture
Head Of SAP Architecture
Competencies & Experience

Content: The role also has responsibility for Security and Business continuity. The primary responsibilities of the Head of Architecture are: Align IT investment to business strategy and guide the evolution of the current environment to support future capabilities and requirements
Define the technology environment roadmaps to ensure capacity and scalability, as demand and usage evolve within the organisation. This will be obtained through having visibility and understanding of the entire technology landscape
Work with The Technology Partners to ensure the implementation of the Roadmaps and Standards
Identify, assess and communicate risks related to the Roadmap
Ensure that all the organisations systems are secure and resilient through the effective application of security and Business Continuity principles. Main Duties: Lead the definition and validation of architecture principles and standards with regard to Application and Infrastructure architecture standards
Lead the development of the strategy and framework for Head of Architecture for the next 3-5 years. Provide expert advice to Business Relationship Managers to make them aware of what currently already exists within the organisation in terms of existing standards and current systems. Communicate architecture and IT standards to all stakeholders and ensure standards are published, updated and adhered to
Collaborate with the BRM team, IT Leadership and architect team to develop roadmaps
Support the coordination and facilitation of the innovation process across IT
Liaise with Strategy & Innovation Lead and the BRM lead to quantify and communicate the impacts, trade-offs, risks, costs, benefits and opportunities of IT solutions from an Head of Architecture perspective
Conduct pilot studies to trial new innovations with sample user groups
Keep up to date of Head of Architecture and technology innovation best practices and trends
Promote a culture of innovation. Continuously seek opportunities for improvement within role, processes, team and the IT organisation as a whole. Competencies & Experience
Possess deep understanding of Enterprise Architecture concepts and implementations within an SAP environment
Possess a broad understanding of the technical components required to make up an IT technical strategy
Possess strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Be able to manage relationships across the organisation at multiple levels
Possess excellent communication skills both written and oral
Possess strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Display a strong customer focus background with commercial awareness and strategic thinking capability
Have a proven track record of playing a prominent role in establishing or transforming the Strategic Roadmap of an entire organisation
Relevant industry accreditation
Please do not hesitate to apply if this is of interest.