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This role will lead a multi-year SAP transformation programme, ensuring the new solution is future-proof, secure, and fully integrated with the organisation’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).\nThe role is accountable for the SAP roadmap wrt Operations transactions, associated governance, and alignment with enterprise-wide digital initiatives in a highly regulated Aerospace & Defence environment.\nIn this role you will:\nOwn and drive the end-to-end upgrade of the legacy SAP system from an Operations viewpoint, with the understanding of the benefits / impacts to other Functions.\nOwnership of end-end Operational business processes which impact on SAP, specifically focussing on modules PP, PE, MM. 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Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.\nTime to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.\nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.\n Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).\nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.\nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.\nRefer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.\nTailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.\nFlexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. 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