David Butler

Multilingual Global Business Transformation Leader | Operating Model & Shared Services Reinvention | ERP-Enabled Change (SAP S/4, MDG, ServiceNow)

Farnham, England, United Kingdom

About

I am a senior business transformation executive with 20+ years’ experience leading enterprise-scale operating model and process transformation across complex, global organisations. My work focuses on reinventing how organisations operate — redesigning end-to-end process models (Lead-to-Cash, Source-to-Pay, Record-to-Report), shaping ERP-enabled transformation roadmaps, and executing Shared Services and outsourcing strategies that deliver measurable financial and operational outcomes. Across global roles in telecoms, industrials, and shared services environments, I have: • Led enterprise operating model redesign aligned to SAP S/4, ServiceNow, and master data governance • Secured Board-level approval for large-scale outsourcing and transformation programmes delivering double-digit €m savings • Transitioned and stabilised 500+ employees through complex outsourcing and footprint optimisation initiatives • Built and led high-performing, multicultural teams (40–125+ FTE plus outsourced partners) through sustained change I operate comfortably at Board, C-suite, and SteerCo level, bridging strategy and execution in highly matrixed environments. My background combines business leadership, digital enablement, and strong commercial governance — always anchored in value creation and operational clarity. Currently based in the UK and working across Europe, I am open to UK-based, EU remote, and pan-European transformation leadership roles. Fluent in English, German, and French.

Experience

  • Independent Management Consultant at MyButler Consulting Ltd.
    Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos

    • Specialize in guiding organizations through transformative business changes as an independent management consultant. • Advise a C-Level executive at a leading mobile telecommunications company in Germany on a major business transformation initiative. • Deliver strategic insights that align with the company’s vision for expansion and operational excellence. • Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of change initiatives.

  • Professional development at Career Break
    Mar 2025 - Jul 2025 · 5 mos

    Completed a 16 Week Modern Foreign Languages enhancement course at the TES Institute undertaking a blended German & French pedagogical and pure language training. Achieving level C1 in French and C2 in German (CEFR)

  • Head of Global Business Processes & Transformation at RHI Magnesita
    Mar 2024 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Led global process and transformation shared services strategy, reporting to SVP Global Shared Services. Directed a 40-strong team to execute enterprise-wide process redesign, technology enablement, and outsourcing transition. • Delivered a full end-to-end global process redesign (600+ maps across Lead-to-Cash, Source-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, Attract-to-Grow), integrated seamlessly with SAP S/4 ERP. • Defined and implemented a technology roadmap (ServiceNow, SAP MDG), improving scalability and risk management while designing a corporate Master Data Governance model. • Played an instrumental role in securing Board approval for a multi-year outsourcing partnership with Capgemini, enabling the transition of several hundred employees and generating multi million-euro annual savings.

  • Nokia (17 yrs)
    • Head of Nokia Global Master Data Management (Global Shared Services)
      Jul 2020 - Mar 2024 · 3 yrs 9 mos

      Accountable for enterprise-wide master data strategy, quality, and operations reporting to the SVP Global Business Services. Directed a team of 90, partnering with the Chief Data Officer and operating groups to strengthen governance across customer, finance, supplier, and product domains. • Centralised and automated master data management (SAP MDG), improving data integrity across critical business processes. • Delivered 10% annual efficiency savings, while ensuring service performance across a global service catalogue. • Key steering committee member for ERP transformation, balancing technical and business requirements to accelerate delivery. • Advanced corporate data strategy through data catalogue, AI/ML adoption, and data mesh initiatives.

    • Head of Business Process Outsourcing (Global Shared Services)
      Jul 2019 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Owned BPO strategy execution, supplier governance, and delivery across Accenture/Wipro partnerships. • Implemented a harmonised make-or-buy strategy, streamlining BPO governance and achieving new cost efficiencies. • Introduced end-to-end TCO visibility across all outsourcing engagements, improving cost transparency. • Enhanced service quality through stricter contract execution policies, delivering measurable improvements in SLA/KPI performance.

    • Head of Global Credit Management Operations (Global Shared Services)
      Nov 2018 - Jul 2019 · 9 mos

      Directed global collections, cash application, and credit control (200+ FTEs, in-house and outsourced). • Launched a new global collections strategy, increasing cash recovery effectiveness and reducing overdue debt. • Developed a Salesforce-based Receivables Dashboard, integrating SAP and SalesCloud for real-time transparency. • Cut “unallocated cash payments” by 50% (€6M) in just 5 months.

  • Integration Manager at Siemens AG Communications
    Jul 2006 - Mar 2007 · 9 mos

    Integration Lead/PMO for Middle East Africa. - Managed day-1 readiness of Siemens and Nokia Networks units throughout Middle East and Africa regions. - Introduced Day-1 Readiness master plan encompassing 9 designated work streams, including sales, marketing, finance, operations, legal, HR, IT, real estate and security. - Conducted weekly reporting on readiness status region-wide. - Prepared and consolidated all region specific contract documentation required by EU and US anti-trust authorities under extremely challenging deadlines.