SAP S/4HANA Security and GRC Manager

Job Description:

Job Purpose

As we work to transform and optimise Mars, a new program has been mobilised by the Mars leadership team. The program is focused on the design and implementation of SAP S/4HANA in Mars across Segments (Petcare, Corporate, Snacking & Food). Much more than a simple "Lift and Shift," this program will undertake a major process simplification and harmonisation scope as we digitally transform our business.

The program focuses primarily on eight mega process areas: Finance, Source to Pay (procurement and vendor mgmt.), Plan to Fulfil (manufacturing and distribution), Lead to Cash (sales order processing and payment), Governance, Engage to Consume (marketing), Idea to Market (R&D), and Recruit to Retire (HR). This transformation requires thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while applying a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to each of these mega processes.

• Demonstrate and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. personally and within the team.
• Lead the design of GRC 12.0 providing recommendations and enhancements to improve the current solution.
• Support the SAP Security team in ensuring that shared and local / segment template security requirements are adopted across business segments while incorporating segment-specific needs into the shared template or localising them as necessary.
• Analyse and understand the security requirements and risks of a complex ERP environment that underpins critical business and IT processes.
• Work with the SAP Security team and Global Process Owners (GPO's) in implementing a comprehensive SAP Security and GRC framework, including strategies, policies, and procedures that align with organisational objectives and industry best practices to ensure robust access controls, risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Design and deliver technical and functional solutions against specifications in accordance with agreed standards and procedures.
• Follow standards and procedure for user provisioning, de-provisioning, and segregation of duties.
• Collaborate effectively within a diverse team that fosters an inclusive culture, ensuring all contributions are valued and recognised.
• Stay informed on emerging security threats and apply industry best practices to strengthen SAP application security and controls.

• 10+ years in SAP Security and Authorisations with at least two full life cycle implementations in SAP GRC 12.0: ARM, BRM, EAM & UAR.
• Professional certification such as SAP Certified Technology Professional, SAP Access Control 12.0, or other relevant security certifications.

• Proven expertise in designing and implementing SAP GRC Access Control solutions to strengthen security and compliance.
• Ability to translate functional requirements into technical requirements.
• Possess deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA security and authorisations including role design administration and integration with FIORI.
• Proficiency in security design, configuration, testing and deployment across key technologies including SAP S/4HANA, Fiori and SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
• Strong understanding of authorisation concepts for S/4 HANA including FIORI.
• Deep knowledge of SOX compliance, segregation of duties (SoD), GDPR, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent understanding of S/4HANA product roadmap.
• Highly organised with proven experience in setting and managing deadlines across diverse stakeholder groups while ensuring clear ownership and accountability for all activities.
• Demonstrates a strong team player mindset with a drive to develop new professional skills combined with proactive, growth oriented and goal-focused approach to work.
• Excellent documentation, visualisation and presentation skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office tools particularly PowerPoint and Excel with expertise in building complex formulas, developing pivot tables and creating data-driven reports and presentations.
• Experience working with System and Business Integrators.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a professional manner.