SAP Ariba Change Lead for ERP Transformation

Location: Clearwater Court, Reading (Hybrid working available)

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract to Dec 2027

What you’ll be doing

We are looking for an experienced ERP Change Lead to play a key role in a major transformation programme, supporting the implementation of SAP Ariba across Thames Water.

In this role, you will lead and deliver change management activity across a complex, organisation‑wide programme. You will ensure the business is prepared for change, with clear strategies, strong stakeholder engagement and a focus on driving positive adoption.

You will:

• Lead the change management strategy and delivery for SAP Ariba implementation across the organisation
• Drive positive change by embedding a culture of continuous improvement and supporting teams through transformation
• Build strong relationships across Finance, Commercial, Procurement and wider teams to support change adoption
• Develop and deliver robust change, engagement and communication plans aligned to programme milestones
• Identify change impacts and ensure these are clearly understood, managed and communicated
• Lead stakeholder engagement activity, ensuring collaboration across all levels of the organisation
• Monitor adoption, readiness and risks, ensuring successful transition and business outcomes

What you should bring to the role

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about leading change and supporting people through transformation.

• Proven experience leading change management for large‑scale programmes, ideally with strong SAP Ariba experience
• A recognised change management qualification (such as Proscior CCMP)
• Demonstrable experience leading on change and delivering positive, sustainable change outcomes
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Experience in change impact assessment, training strategies and communication planning
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and manage delivery partners
• Experience working within ERP transformation programmes

What’s in it for you?

• Salary £70,000 per annum
• Annual Leave – 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
• Access to a variety of benefits to support health, wellbeing and finances (e.g., annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, life assurance)

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