SAP Functional Lead – Customer Activity Repository (CAR)

SAP Functional Lead – Customer Activity Repository (CAR) – Manchester

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Co-op (Digital, Technology & Data / Logistics and Supply Chain)

Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid working with flexible working options available)

Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum plus great benefits (Eligible for Skilled Worker / Tier 2 visa sponsorship)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Closing Date: 05-11-2026

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Co-op to recruit an expert SAP Functional Lead – Customer Activity Repository (CAR) for their digital and technology team in Manchester.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the functional direction of Co-op's SAP CAR platform, ensuring it delivers reliable, accurate, and scalable data to support retail operations, inventory visibility, and omnichannel experiences across the business. Working closely with technology teams, architects, and business stakeholders, you'll shape solutions that improve everyday processes for colleagues and customers alike.

• Key Responsibilities: Leading the design and ongoing development of SAP CAR functionality (POSDTA, PMR, DRF, Demand Data Foundation); acting as the subject matter expert on business processes and solution design; driving integration between SAP CAR and connected retail, supply chain, and e-commerce systems; and coaching colleagues to build SAP retail solution capabilities.

What We Are Looking For

To succeed in this role through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you should bring:

• Significant experience in SAP CAR within retail, supply chain, or related environments (gained as a Functional Consultant, Solution Designer, Product Specialist, or similar).

• Strong technical expertise in SAP CAR functionality: POSDTA, Promotions Management for Retail (PMR), DRF, Demand Data Foundation, and inventory management.

• Knowledge of SAP ECC or S/4HANA Retail and the wider retail technology ecosystem, alongside experience delivering changes in agile, product-focused environments.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

• Location: The ability to work from the Manchester HQ on a hybrid basis.

Why Join Through Us? (Candidate Benefits)

Working with Co-op means joining an organization powered by purpose that puts people and communities first. Perks and benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation: £60,000 - £75,000 per year plus an annual performance-based bonus.

• Holiday Allowance: 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays.

• Financial & Health Wellbeing: Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions, private healthcare, virtual GP services, mental health support, and Wagestream (flexible pay access).

• Generous Discounts: 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands, plus an onsite subsidized gym at the Manchester HQ.

• Workplace Support: Cycle-to-work scheme, 24/7 colleague support service, and structured training and career development resources.