SAP Authorisation & Master Data Analyst

Job Title: SAP Authorisation & Master Data Analyst
Location: Runcorn, Cheshire (Office-Based)
 

About the Company

This organization is a leading European producer specializing in industrial solutions and advanced chemical production. Operating across multiple countries, it delivers high-quality products and services that support various industries worldwide. With a commitment to innovation, compliance, and operational efficiency, the company plays a crucial role in driving industry advancements through technology-driven solutions.

The Role

The SAP Authorisation & Master Data Analyst is responsible for managing SAP user authorisations, improving security compliance, and supporting master data maintenance within SAP ECC6 and future S/4HANA environments. This role will involve leading authorisation projects, ensuring audit compliance, and contributing to the ERP migration strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• User Access & Security Management: Maintain SAP user accounts, create and modify roles, and oversee the SAP user population and licensing.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Improve segregation of duties to align with IT Controls and Financial Audit requirements.
• Project Leadership: Lead SAP authorisation and master data-related projects, coordinating with functional analysts and business users.
• Master Data Management: Support the configuration of SAP organisational objects and control processes for master data creation and modification.
• ERP Migration Strategy: Prepare for the S/4HANA transition, defining best practices for user access and authorisation.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent technical qualification.
• 5+ years of experience in SAP authorisations, ideally including S/4HANA and Fiori.
• Strong knowledge of SAP organisational objects and master data.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams across multiple locations.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a commitment to high standards.
• Experience in risk management and business system transformations.

Desirable:

• Project management and planning experience.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementation and migration projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career development opportunities within a leading global industrial company.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale SAP transformation projects.
• Collaborative, high-performance work environment.