• Darlinghurst or Smithfield location – the choice is yours!
• Lead SAP application services across APAC 
• Lead a small team while managing SAP partners and contractors 
  

About Aliaxis 

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites. 
 
We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community, and looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for: 

• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other 
• We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast 
• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions 
  

About the Role

The SAP Applications Manager is responsible for the operational management, governance, support, continuous improvement and strategic roadmap of our SAP application landscape. This includes SAP S/4HANA and associated applications supporting Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Sales, Planning and Master Data processes.

As the key liaison between business stakeholders, SAP service providers, global SAP teams and regional IT leadership, you will ensure SAP services are delivered effectively, securely and in alignment with business objectives. You will lead a small team of SAP Functional Analysts while also managing external contractors and service providers to deliver business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of SAP Functional Analysts.
• Drive SAP application ownership, governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage SAP Application Management Service (AMS) providers and external consultants.
• Partner with business leaders to understand priorities and translate requirements into technology solutions.
• Oversee SAP release planning, enhancement prioritisation and change management activities.
• Ensure service levels, system performance and user satisfaction targets are achieved.
• Monitor and drive operational excellence through KPI management and service reviews.
• Support major SAP projects, upgrades and future deployment initiatives across APAC.
  

What you will bring

• Extensive experience supporting and delivering SAP solutions within complex business environments.
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA and SAP support and delivery models.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing direct reports, contractors and external service providers.
• Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the business.
• Experience leading application support, project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business or a related discipline.
• SAP certification will be highly regarded.
  

Why Join Us? We Care.

Aliaxis, we foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where people are empowered to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical technology landscape, lead a capable team and contribute to strategic SAP initiatives that support the future growth of our APAC business.

If this sounds like an opportunity which you believe you have the leadership skills, stakeholder management and drive to succeed, then please talk to your manager before applying. Applications close 30th of October 2026.

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.

For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies.  Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!