Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.
About the Role
Are you a seasoned SAP expert with proven leadership capability? We are looking for an experienced Functional Team Lead to join our transformative SAPEX Program.
In this role, you will lead dynamic, cross-functional teams (comprising Solution Architects, Subject Matter Experts, Business Process Owners, and local business stakeholders) across multi-project initiatives. You will bridge technical delivery with business strategy, ensuring seamless solution delivery, quality execution, and alignment with global template standards.
What you will be doing
Team Leadership & Resource Management
People Management: Assist the S4 OTC & FI Delivery Manager with resource planning, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management for functional teams (5–10 members)
Workstream Facilitation: Drive weekly functional and project stream meetings to discuss progress, log actions/decisions, and prioritize cross-project Change Requests alongside Business Process Owners (BPO)
Delivery & Project Execution
Planning & Monitoring: Partner with Project Managers to align team deliverables with the overarching project roadmap (Plan on a Page)
Quality Assurance: Oversee and review core team deliverables—including requirements analysis, configuration, testing, documentation, defect resolution, training, and hypercare support—for completeness and accuracy
Reporting: Provide comprehensive weekly status updates and oversee time-tracking validation across multi-project initiatives
Stakeholder & Template Alignment
Global Template Governance: (Specifically for Finance & Controlling) Work closely with enterprise SAP Solution Architects to maintain global template consistency across diverse business units
What will make you successful?
Experience
5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise-level SAP project environments.
Finance or controlling knowledge.
Demonstrated track record of leading teams of 5–10 people is ideal.
Proven success driving SAP S/4HANA implementation lifecycle phases (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Rollouts) using SAP Activate and Agile methodologies.
Strong domain experience in manufacturing industries (preferably Metal and/or Automotive).
Technical & Functional Expertise
Expert-level understanding of the SAP product suite, customization, and underlying module architecture within your functional workstream.
Solid grasp of SAP integration (iDocs, EDI) and basic ABAP debugging.
General understanding of environment management, release control, code versioning, and deployment best practices.
Education & Soft Skills
Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Tools: Proficiency with project tools (MS Project, Jira, Project for the Web) and MS Office 365.
Languages & Mobility: Fluent in spoken and written English. Must possess a valid driving license and be willing to travel up to 30%.
Competencies: Strong leadership, structured planning, clear written and oral communication, and a collaborative team-first mindset.
What we offer you
Working at the world’s only fully integrated aluminum and leading renewable energy company
Diverse, global teams
Flexible work environment/home office
We provide you the freedom to be creative and to learn from experts
Possibility to grow with the company, gain new certificates
Attractive benefit package
Equal opportunities
At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.
Apply before: 09/30/2026
Possible work locations
Why Hydro?
Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.
Why Hydro?
Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.
A job where you make a difference
A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.
Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.
Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.
Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.
A job where you make a difference
A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.
Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.
A job where you make a difference
A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.
Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.
About Hydro
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
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