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.

As part of the program, a new role has been created to lead the design and oversight of all core SAP GRC Access Control activities.

The role requires strong expertise in SAP GRC 12.0 as well as core SAP Security deliverables within S/4HANA and FIORI. The successful candidate must also demonstrate a deep understanding of the SAP authorisation concept to effectively design, implement and maintain secure access controls.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Education and Professional Qualifications

• 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.

Knowledge and Experience

• 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.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.