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This role collaborates closely with the Business Teams, ERP Sustain & Operations Team & the ERP Transformation Programme (Quantum) and the Asset Management teams to design and implement best-in-class SAP Asset Management solutions. You will work alongside business stakeholders, enterprise architects, functional consultants, and third-party vendors to develop and integrate SAP Asset Management, Plant Maintenance, and Spare Parts Management solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring seamless integration with SAP MM, third-party maintenance applications, and industry best practices.
About the Role
As a Lead Solution Architect (Asset Management), you will play a strategic role in shaping the SAP Asset Management and Plant Maintenance landscape. You will be responsible for the architectural and functional design of SAP solutions, ensuring that work scheduling, execution, and control processes are efficiently managed. This role is critical for the ERP transformation programme (Quantum), as well as ongoing enhancements and optimisation of the current SAP ECC estate.
Your responsibilities will include end-to-end solution architecture design, functional design, technical integration, and alignment with enterprise-wide asset management strategies. You will work with cross-functional teams to develop roadmaps, define best practices, and drive digital transformation in SAP Asset Management.
What You Will Deliver
Lead the architectural and functional design of SAP Asset Management and Plant Maintenance solutions.
Define and implement best practices for asset lifecycle management, work execution, and maintenance planning in SAP S/4HANA.
Oversee the integration of SAP Asset Management with SAP MM (Materials Management) and third-party maintenance applications.
Provide expertise in maintenance execution, work scheduling, and control of work processes within SAP and integrated applications.
Support the ERP transformation programme (Quantum) by defining and validating asset management requirements.
Ensure smooth transition from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA, supporting migration and process optimization.
Lead functional and technical design sessions, ensuring alignment with business needs and enterprise architecture.
Work closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to define system enhancements and upgrades.
Develop solution roadmaps, governance frameworks, and technical documentation to support long-term system evolution.
Mentor and guide SAP functional consultants and business users, ensuring best practices are followed.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex SAP Asset Management issues, ensuring system performance and reliability.
What You Will Need to Be Successful (Experience and Qualifications)
Essential
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
12+ years of SAP experience, with deep expertise in SAP Asset Management and Plant Maintenance.
Proven experience in designing and implementing SAP S/4HANA Asset Management solutions.
Strong knowledge of SAP MM integration (Spares Management) and third-party maintenance applications.
Hands-on experience in SAP solution architecture, functional configuration, and process optimisation.
SAP certifications in Asset Management, Plant Maintenance, or related areas.
Experience leading architectural and technical design for large-scale SAP ERP implementations.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into SAP solutions.
Experience in SAP data migration, system integration, and automation.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies, ITIL, and enterprise IT governance frameworks.
Desired
MSc or MBA in Technology, Business, or Engineering.
Experience with SAP Intelligent Asset Management, Predictive Maintenance, and IoT integration.
Knowledge of SAP AI/ML capabilities for asset management and predictive maintenance.
Prior experience working in energy, utilities, or manufacturing sectors.
About bp
bpis a global energy business with a purpose to reimagine energy for people and our planet. We aim to be a very different kind of energy company by 2030, helping the world reach net zero and improving people’s lives. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join bp and become part of the team building our future!
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