SAP Basis Lead

Client of Next Ventures Limited

SAP Basis Lead S/4HANA Transformation
Dubai, UAE (Onsite)
Contract Role 2 Year Programme

We are seeking an experienced SAP Basis Lead to support a large-scale S/4HANA transformation programme based onsite in Dubai. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the SAP Basis landscape, driving migration and upgrade activities, and ensuring platform stability throughout the programme lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SAP Basis activities across a multi-year S/4HANA transformation
• Manage SAP system installations, upgrades, migrations, and patching
• Support S/4HANA implementation and environment strategy
• Oversee system performance tuning, monitoring, and high availability
• Coordinate with infrastructure, cloud, security, and functional teams
• Manage transport landscape and technical change governance
• Support cutover planning, DR strategy, and go-live readiness
• Provide technical leadership to offshore/onshore Basis resources

Required Experience

• 10+ years SAP Basis administration experience
• Strong hands-on S/4HANA migration/transformation experience
• Expertise across SAP NetWeaver, HANA DB, and SAP landscape management
• Experience with SAP upgrades, Unicode conversions, and system refreshes
• Exposure to cloud environments (Azure/AWS/GCP preferred)
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Previous experience leading Basis workstreams on enterprise SAP programmes