SAP Authorisation Expert

Sanoma has started the implementation of a new S/4HANA Public Cloud solution and is thus seeking a highly skilled SAP Authorisation & SoD Expert, with extensive experience in SAP authorisation and preferably some experience with S/4HANA Public Cloud authorizations in particular.

The selected person will hold a key role in defining, managing and maintaining the SAP authorisation concept and build up needed roles and authorisations in SAP. Next to SAP authorisation work, this position will also maintain Segregation of Duties (SoD) definitions within Sanoma's SoD solution "SOFY" (by KPMG). So there's a true opportunity to make a difference and leave your mark

After the initial implementation project, focus will move to maintaining and further developing SAP authorisations and the SOFY solution. Work will be done in close co-operations with Sanoma's Business Process Managers and IT colleagues.

Key tasks

• Design, implement and maintain SAP authorisation concepts and roles
• Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of SAP authorisations.
• Collaborate with functional and technical teams to support SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation
• Troubleshoot and resolve authorization issues
• Stay updated with the latest SAP security and authorisation trends and best practices.
• Implement and monitor Segregation of Duties (SoD) controls within the SOFY tool to prevent conflicts of interest

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other related field
• Proven experience as an SAP Authorisation expert (experience with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud is considered a strong advantage)
• Strong understanding of SAP authorisation concepts, roles, and profiles
• Substantial experience with SoD management (Segregation of Duties, preferably using SOFY)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About Us

As a member of the Back Office Solutions (BOS) team within Sanoma Business Technology, you report to the Head of Back Office Solutions. Our updated SAP solution is co-owned with Front Office Solutions (FOS), thus close co-operations with this team is also needed. Both teams are based in various countries where Sanoma Learning and Sanoma Media Finland has operating companies. These committed teams work with a high degree of independence and sense of responsibility. You will work with professional colleagues in an informal, dynamic and pleasant working atmosphere.

About Sanoma Learning

How do you prepare students for the world, engage their curiosity and inspire them to grow? That is the main question of teachers all around the world. At Sanoma Learning, it has always been our mission to help to find and develop best-in-class answers to this question. If you join us, it means that you embark on an exciting journey to help shape the future of learning for primary, secondary and vocational education. We believe that your journey is our success as a company.

Sanoma Learning is a leading K12 European learning company, operating in 12 countries. Our learning products and services enable and support teachers and schools to develop the talents of every child to reach their potential. By offering printed and digital learning content, as well as digital learning and teaching platforms for primary, secondary and vocational education, we want to grow our positive impact on learning across Europe. With over 3000 employees, we help shape the future of education for 25+ million of students.

So, are you ready to start your journey to help shape the future of learning and help teachers to support all students to reach their potential?

Sanoma Learning is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to inclusion and diversity, ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics.