Director, SAP Solutions Architecture

About usAt National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But its so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we dont plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a Director, SAP Solutions Architecture, and find your superpower.We need you!We want to find an innovative, adaptable, and results-oriented Director of Solutions Architecture for our SAP S4 transformation program. This position can be located in Waltham, MA or Brooklyn, NY(candidates may also reside in either Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Maine). If you yearn to be innovative, contribute new ideas, and play a critical part in our IT & Digital organization, we want to hear from you!What youll doAs a Director, SAP Solutions Architecture, youll oversee the design and delivery of an ECC to SAP Central Finance/S4 migration programme for National Grid. Youll be responsible for chairing the design authority and leading a wider program architecture team, ensuring alignment with the business objectives, technical standards, and best practices. Youll also be the main point of contact for senior stakeholders, providing guidance, direction, and governance throughout the programme lifecycle. Key responsibilities include the following:Lead the design authority and ensure that the programme architecture is aligned with the wider National Grid business objectives, technical standards, and best practicesCollaborate with the selected 3rd party SI (System Integrator) who will be delivering the technical implementation capability,ensuring close alignment between teams but also questioning and ratifying design decisions with NGs best interests in mindLead and manage a wider programme architecture team, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance managementEstablish and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as the main point of contact for all architecture-related mattersProvide guidance, direction, and governance throughout the programme lifecycle, ensuring that the programme delivers the expected outcomes and benefitsIdentify and manage programme architecture risks, issues, dependencies, and changesEnsure that the programme architecture is documented, communicated, and maintained in accordance with the programme governance frameworkContribute to the continuous improvement of the programme architecture processes, methods, and toolsAbout youA relevant degree or certification in a technical based disciplineExtensive experience in SAP S4 implementation programmes, with a proven track record of delivering complex and large-scale solutionsStrong knowledge of SAP S4 architecture, design, and integration principles, as well as the latest trends and innovations in the SAP S4 domainStrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholdersAnalytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance conflicting requirements and trade-offsStrong attention to detail, quality, and accuracy, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlinesOrganizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deliverablesMore InformationAre you the right fit for this exciting role? You want to learn more about the position and National Grids ambitious Digital Transformation? Then lets chat!Rewarding work and a collaborative, team-oriented culture are just the beginning. Review our digital benefit guide at for full details and descriptions.Our organization follows a hybrid work structure in our service territory (NY & MA and adjacent states) where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration. We work with our employees to foster a flexible work schedule.#LI-CL1 #LI-HYBRIDSalaryDowstate NY $212,000 - $249,000 a yearMassachusetts $197,000 - $232,000 a yearSalary is commensurate with experience and locationThis position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team. PDN-9d0f4512-d9e3-4780-896e-4a8bcc9b9b88

Created: 2025-03-06