ERP Change Lead Ariba

Location: Clearwater Court, Reading (Hybrid working available)

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract to Dec 2027

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

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

• 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)