Entity:
Technology
Job Family Group:
IT&S Group
Job Description:
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled SAP Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM) Senior Consultant with deep expertise in Universal Model configuration and implementation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial modelling, cost allocation, and profitability analysis, and will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-wide PaPM solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end SAP PaPM Universal Model implementations and enhancements
Design and configure Universal Model environments including model structure, dimensions, measures, and allocation cycles
Build complex allocation and distribution rules (driver-based, percentage-based, recursive) within PaPM
Develop calculation methods including formulas, functions, and custom logic using PaPM scripting
Integrate PaPM with SAP S/4HANA, BW/4HANA, and SAC for seamless data flow
Model profitability segments, cost centres, and profit centres for management reporting
Configure data import/export pipelines and mapping between source systems and PaPM
Perform simulation and versioning for scenario-based planning and what-if analysis
Design transfer pricing and shared service cost allocation models
Collaborate with Finance, Controlling, and IT teams to translate business requirements into PaPM solutions
Conduct performance tuning of PaPM models on SAP HANA
Prepare technical design documents, data flow diagrams, and solution blueprints
Lead workshops, demos, and stakeholder presentations
Mentor junior consultants and support knowledge transfer
Mandatory Skills
Must Have:
Strong hands-on experience in SAP PaPM Universal Model (UM)
Experience building UM environments from scratch
Skilled in modelling without pre-delivered content (unlike Standard Model)
Experience with data sources, table-based modelling, and associations in UM
Integration options with various source systems
Model Entity with value help creation
Reporting in UM
Process and Activities
Input parameters usage
Complex predicates
Data upload using Activities
Understanding differences between:
Universal Model vs Standard Model
Key Behavioral Competencies
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work with senior stakeholders
High ownership in delivery and modelling accuracy
Structured documentation and governance mindset
Certifications: SAP Certification in SAP PaPM
SAP analytics experience (SAP BW, Datasphere or SAC)
About bp
Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Even though the job is advertised as full time, please contact the hiring manager or the recruiter as flexible working arrangements may be considered.
What you can expect from us!
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion:
At bp, you could be part of Business Resource Groups (BRGs) which belief in the power of inclusion, deeper connections, and shared experiences. They provide a place for employees to learn and share knowledge, to connect, and to improve. The BRGs focus on and encourage talent engagement, development, and retention while creating a broadened sense of community and inclusion for bp employees. The groups cultivate leadership growth by involving employees in developmental opportunities they would not otherwise have access to. Formal and informal mentoring also helps employees develop their professional goals and connect with colleagues. The BRGs’ dedication to growth at all levels helps employees feel more engaged and energized. The BRGs break down barriers, so we can all do better together. Examples of BRGs include (but are not limited to):
bpWIN (bp Women’s International Network)
Pride
Working parents
PEN (Positively Ethnic Network)
bpInclusia (bp’s Asian community)
bpEnergía (bp’s Latin community)
Travel Requirement
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Agility core practices, Business modelling, Creativity and Innovation, Data Analysis, Data design, Digital Analytics, Emerging technology monitoring, Information Assurance, Integration, IT Management, IT strategy and planning, Network Design, Requirements definition and management, Risk Management, Service operations and resiliency, Solution Architecture, Systems Development Management, Technical specialism, User Experience Analysis
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Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
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Disclaimer
This is a high-level summary only of terms and current discretionary benefits applicable to certain roles. Some rewards, benefits and policies are at managers’ discretion and vary depending on where you work within the business. All terms subject to contract and all discretionary benefits subject to policy and eligibility.
