Director, SAP Implementation Architect

Sodexo is a global leader in food and services, dedicated to shaping better everyday experiences at work, in healthcare, education, and leisure. Founded in Marseille in 1966, the company is distinguished by its independent, family-backed ownership and responsible business model. With 443,000 employees across 43 countries, Sodexo serves 80 million consumers daily while focusing on quality of life for its teams and the communities it supports.

The organization combines growth with strong social and environmental commitments, aiming to create a better everyday for everyone and a better life for all. Sodexo’s performance and sustainability leadership are recognized through inclusion in major indices such as CAC Next 20, FTSE4

Good, and DJSI.

The Director, SAP Implementation Architect is a full-time remote role responsible for leading the design and delivery of SAP solutions across Sodexo’s global operations. This role oversees end-to-end SAP implementation programs, including solution architecture, integration design, and alignment with business process improvements. The director collaborates closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and consulting partners to translate requirements into scalable SAP landscapes, manage project risks, and ensure adherence to best practices and governance.

Daily responsibilities include guiding project teams, reviewing technical designs, resolving complex integration issues, and optimizing SAP product usage to support business strategy and operational efficiency. The role also involves setting standards for SAP implementation methodologies, mentoring team members, and driving continuous improvement in processes and tools.

• Strong consulting skills, including stakeholder engagement, requirements analysis, and advisory capabilities.
• Proven project management experience overseeing large, complex SAP programs and cross-functional implementation teams.
• Expertise in business process improvement, process mapping, and translating business needs into SAP-enabled solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of integration, including SAP and non-SAP systems, middleware, data flows, and interface design.
• Deep experience with SAP products (e.g., S/4
  
  HANA, SAP Cloud solutions, analytics tools) and their implementation in enterprise environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., SAP, PMP) are beneficial.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including team management, cross-cultural collaboration, and decision-making in complex matrix organizations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, global, and fast-paced environment.