Bridging the SAP Skills Gap: How Permanent Hires Strengthened a Pan-European S/4HANA Transformation
As specialist recruiters, we work closely with businesses navigating the challenges of digital transformation, particularly those undertaking complex ERP upgrades. One recent engagement clearly demonstrates how focused, expert recruitment can create lasting impact.
The Challenge: Critical SAP Skill Gaps During S/4HANA Migration
An established European manufacturing firm with a multi-regional footprint company operating across multiple European regions was in the process of migrating from ECC to S/4HANA.
This transition formed part of a wider modernisation strategy aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, improving financial consolidation, and ensuring compliance with changing global trade regulations.
However, the internal team faced a significant obstacle: a shortage of SAP expertise in key functional areas, specifically FICO and Supply Chain. Without swift action, the business risked:
- Limited visibility across its supply chain
- Delays in accurate financial reporting
- Potential non-compliance with new regulatory
Our Approch: Listening First, Acting Fast
The company partnered with us to address these skill gaps, seeking more than just candidate profiles. They needed individuals who could not only match the technical requirements but also integrate effectively into their existing team. We invested time to understand their unique business landscape, project needs, and team dynamics.
Within three weeks, we had sourced and helped onboard two permanent SAP consultants - one specialising in FICO and the other in Supply Chain. Both of these professionals brought valuable transformation experience and were able to make a measurable impact from day one.
The Result
Strategic Value Beyond Just Filling Roles
The benefits were quickly felt across the business:
- Reduced reliance on high-cost contractors
- Embedded knowledge and continuity within the internal project team
- Lower resourcing risk for future phases of the transformation
- A stronger foundation for long-term SAP capability in-house
This highlights the value of partnering with a specialist recruiter who understands the complexities of SAP talent acquisition. We are able to offer tailored solutions that align with both immediate project goals and longer-term business strategy.
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