Direct Procurement SAP Deployment - #1776563

SAP S/4HANA Deployment Analyst (Direct Procurement)Location: United KingdomRate: £33–34.00 per hour (PAYE)Contract: 12 MonthsI am looking for an experienced SAP S/4 Hana Deployment Analyst with experience in Direct Procurement, to join my client, a global Medical Device organisation. With a strong technical background in SAP procurement modules and the E2E procurement process (direct & indirect)The Source-to-Pay (S2P) SAP S/4HANA Deployment Analyst will support the end-to-end implementation of the SAP S/4HANA procurement system. The role will ensure smooth deployment across planning, configuration, testing, and go-live phases.

This position works closely with the Global S2P Deployment Lead and cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the Global S2P Deployment Lead to support full-cycle deployment of the SAP S/4HANA procurement solution. Contribute to project planning, system configuration, integration testing, training, and go-live support. Manage timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure project success within scope and budget.

Work cross-functionally with IT, Finance, and Procurement teams to align processes and system functionality. Design and deliver training for end-users and provide post-implementation support and troubleshooting. Assist in data migration activities, ensuring data integrity and accuracy throughout the transition.

Identify and recommend opportunities for process optimisation and system enhancements to improve overall procurement performance. Core Skills & Experience:Demonstrated experience in SAP procurement system deployments, with strong knowledge of Source-to-Pay processes and best practices. Proficiency in SAP modules relevant to procurement (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP Ariba).

Understanding of system integration tools and techniques. Strong project coordination and task management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Analytical thinking and strong problem-solving skills, with great attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Desirable Additional Qualifications:Experience with other ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, BPCS, PeopleSoft, or Oracle.

Knowledge of supplier automation tools (e.g., EDI, Corcentric). Experience with case management tools such as Microsoft PowerApps. Additional language skills are a plus.