Solutions Architect - SAP P2P

About the role

Talan is looking for an experienced Solutions Architect with a strong background in SAP Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes and OpenText Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) to support a major transformation and process optimisation programme. The role is based in the UK remotely, with occasional travel required in the UK, and starts with a 6-month contract with potential extension.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and design of end-to-end Procure-to-Pay processes within SAP and OpenText VIM.
• Define solution architecture and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and invoice processing performance.
• Design and deliver functional specifications for VIM enhancements, including Logic Modules and data enrichment capabilities.
• Work with business stakeholders and third-party consultants to understand current-state processes and define future-state solutions.
• Ensure solutions align with SAP and OpenText best practices, technical constraints and business requirements.
• Provide architectural guidance from requirements gathering through to implementation.
• Support process transformation initiatives aimed at improving controls, automation, user experience and overall P2P effectiveness.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or Senior SAP P2P Consultant.
• Demonstrated success delivering end-to-end P2P process transformations and optimisation programmes.
• Ability to translate business challenges into practical, scalable and supportable solution designs.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills.
• Experience in complex consulting and multi-vendor delivery environments.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of SAP Procure-to-Pay processes and technologies.
• Strong hands-on experience with OpenText Vendor Invoice Management (VIM).
• Experience designing and implementing VIM enhancements, including Logic Modules and workflow improvements.
• Desirable: SAP S/4HANA exposure, experience supporting finance transformation or shared services programmes, and knowledge of process automation and invoice management best practices.