SAP Recruitment | bluewaveSELECT | SAP Recruitment & Jobs

Jonathan Hurren Managing Partner

Since 2004 I’ve been exclusively focused on helping companies engage with the very best SAP professionals to ensure the success of their business transformations, driving the value out their huge investment in SAP…..and I absolutely love it!
I live and breathe SAP. I’m a professional SAP ‘Shoulder Tapper’ and enjoy building long term relationships, rather than the transactional approach often associated with agencies, I’m very passionate about treating people well and building great relationships based on transparency and trust. I’ve made some fantastic friends over the years. The SAP world is very small, clients become candidates, candidates become clients.
I’m driven by professional pride and enjoy the buzz of delivering the right people who are pivotal to the success of SAP programmes. Customers enjoy working with us as we provide a route to an otherwise inaccessible pool of SAP experts, not only that, we are very easy to work with without the hassle sometimes seen in the recruitment industry. Companies often work exclusively with us as they implicitly trust us to deliver ever time.
Vincent and I founded bluewave back in 2015 as we wanted to do something different, we are on a journey to provide the wow factor and become the worlds most trusted SAP business. The aim is not to be the biggest but the best SAP recruitment business in terms of network, service and quality. 5 years in and the journey so far is exceeding even our own expectations! When you are passionate about doing a great job things seem to fall into place.
Outside of work you can find me spending quality time with my two young sons and wife enjoying life. After turning 40 I’ve become a keen triathlete working towards a full Iron Man in France 2020….I’ll be raising money for WaterAid so watch this space.

+44 (0) 1423 559559 jonathan@bluewaveselect.com

Vincent Dunlop Managing Partner

I have been connecting with great SAP people since 1998 and am hugely passionate about helping SAP users deliver enterprise-wide business transformation programmes and drive the value out of their SAP investments.

Jonathan and I set up bluewave in 2015 after working together for a decade as we were convinced that there was (and still is) a demand for an agile staffing organisation that embraces modern recruitment practices without the familiar story of large company politics, target driven environments, lack of treating people like people and so on. And do you know what? It seems to have worked!

Customers love what we do and I couldn’t ask to work with a better group of motivated and talented people. We all share a common passion to build bluewave into the best quality SAP recruitment business in the world and it is great being part of the journey.

I am a proud father of twin daughters and outside of the SAP world I can usually be found ferrying them around to various clubs, sports and more social engagements than seemingly possible. I also try and find time for outdoor life in the forms of rugby, surfing and snowboarding along with the occasional camping trip when my daughters can be convinced that there is life beyond WiFi.

+44 (0) 1423 559559 vin@bluewaveselect.com

Tyler Watts Associate Director

I’ve worked in recruitment for over a decade with a heavy focus on the SAP market, specialising in SAP Cloud Procurement (SAP Ariba and S/4 HANA). Since joining bluewave I have cultivated a team that has quickly established itself as Europe’s leading recruiters across SAP Ariba programmes.

I’m proud of the relationships we build in this area as well as our deep understanding (I regularly create content and articles online, and you’ll find us at the annual SAP Ariba Live conferences across EU).

My goal is to make bluewave synonymous with SAP Ariba talent, and the recruitment partner of choice across SAP Cloud Procurement and Intelligent Spend Solutions globally.

When not engrossed in the world of SAP you’ll find me enjoying the adventures that being a dad to two young boys brings, geeking out with Quantum Physics literature, and keeping fit. I’ve trained in Thai Boxing since 2011 and eventually I’d like to travel and compete in Thailand.

+44 (0) 1423 559559 tyler@bluewaveselect.com

Emily Dalby SAP Specialist

My role at bluewaveSELECT is to lead a team of contract SAP Specialist Headhunters. We are a team dedicated to the SAP contract market, this enables us to network with quality candidates throughout the UK and Globally.

I am passionate about everything SAP MDG and look to create great relationships with candidates and clients within this space. Already having a strong SAP MDG network, enables me to deliver quickly on contract positions.

When working with candidates and clients I like to take the approach of we are all human, so why not talk to each other like we are? Being yourself, talking about day to day life rather than just work work work creates a good relationship and you always have something new to talk about.

Outside of work, I enjoy exploring new walks whilst walking my dog, socialising with friends and going on as many holidays as possible!

+44 (0) 1423 559559 emily@bluewaveselect.com

Alex Bradley SAP Delivery Manager

As well as an intimate knowledge of overall SAP solutions and their respective business function, my career has allowed me to develop a focus on HR Transformation (particularly SuccessFactors), and the M&A space.

My engagement is often not simply a recruiter, but a strategic partner. Through my deep involvement with implementations, mergers, carve outs, transformations, I have developed a true understanding around project stressors & key engagement points.

I believe the days of binary, knee-jerk recruitment, are in the rear view mirror; the only way to add value and ensure successful programme delivery is to engage as a strategic partner.

What my team and I can offer, is the ability to pipeline and preempt the skills needed to keep delivery moving, combined with understanding programme politics – ensuring that there are no character clashes, and personality types are appropriate.

To name some recently wrapped successes, we have transformed the global payroll for HSBC using SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ensuring all countries are now on a global cloud payroll, some 800,000 heads strong) – as well as enabling a $4.6billion FMCG carve out, where we provided over 30 contractors where their previous routes to market had failed.

My team has placed in every continent (aside from Antarctica, but there is always time) at levels ranging from number crunching analysts up to CIO level, no role too big or too small!

Away from work my focus is anything two wheeled, mountain bikes, motorbikes, and attempting to do up vintage motorbikes for resale.

+44 (0) 1423 559559 alex@bluewaveselect.com

Amy Canterbury Head of Finance

I am an experienced CIMA qualified finance professional with expertise gained across all finance and accounts functions.

My role at bluewave is to establish, design and implement best practice financial processes and controls and to provide leadership, management and support to our operational finance team.

  Outside of work I am keen runner and working up to my third marathon. I also have a healthy passion for great food and wine.

+44 (0) 1423 559559 amy@bluewaveselect.com

Phil Storey SAP Specialist

My specialist area of SAP is in SCM / APO / IBP and I’m really passionate about working with Manufacturing and FMCG clients to help them get the best out of their SAP and S/4 HANA programmes.

With a real focus and hunger to deliver the best SAP experts for some of the UK and Europe’s leading manufacturing and FMCG companies, my aim is to be easy to work with, knowledgeable, genuine and to deliver a quality experience.

Outside of work I love to spend time with my wife and 2 young boys (they’re both football mad like me), I coach my eldest’s team and I enjoy playing twice a week myself to keep fit. I also enjoy playing guitar, holidays and travelling to see family in California and now have an ambition to keep up Snowboarding after a recent work trip to the slopes in Switzerland!

+44 (0) 1423 559559 phil@bluewaveselect.com

Dee Parker SAP Search Consultant

I work as an SAP Researcher uncovering hidden passive candidates mainly for permanent roles from ABAP Developers to Global SAP Directors. I thoroughly enjoy leaving no stone unturned and engaging with those candidates who aren't really looking for a move until I sell the dream of joining our clients team.

I worked with Jonathan and Vincent since bluewave opened their doors back in 2015 and couldn't ask for better bosses! With 2 young boys and school runs to manage the flexibility and work life balance works perfectly. In fact it makes me more committed to delivery and you can often find me researching late into the night to ensure a perfect shortlist.

Outside of work I love running, going to the gym and spending time in the country with my family four dogs!

+44 (0) 1423 559559 dee@bluewaveselect.com

Harriet Webster Associate Director

My role here at bluewave is to lead the SAP permanent desk, focusing exclusively on placing perm SAP professionals and managing the delivery team.

Headhunting is about providing a quality service with a personable touch – I like to get to know you and understand what makes you tick to ensure a positive outcome which is incredibly important for the perm world.

My aim is to make the perm recruitment process as easy as possible for both client and candidate.

Outside of work, I love spending time with family, going for long walks, and enjoying a glass of red!

+44 (0) 1423 559 559 harriet@bluewaveselect.com

Josh Furby SAP Specialist Headhunter

My core area of focus within SAP is all around integration (CPI, CIG, PI/PO, Boomi, Mule etc), with more and more of the world adopting solutions from all over, SAP integration has never been more relevant.

I am passionate about service, delivery and providing the right SAP skillsets, at the right budget, at the right time. I like to think of myself as friendly, knowledgeable and reliable when working with clients, and respectful, honest and approachable when working with candidates.

Continuous market research and networking is what helps me keep on top of the continuously changing SAP world.

Outside of the SAP space I enjoy keeping fit, pretending I know how to cook, and I’m definitely not opposed to a cocktail or two.

+44 (0)1423 559 559 josh@bluewaveselect.com

Natasha Harrison SAP Specialist Headhunter – Exclusively Permanent

My role at bluewave is to exclusively deliver on the SAP permanent desk, headhunting quality SAP candidates for a wide range of clients, across the UK. Specialising in the search and selection process, I thoroughly screen and assess candidate suitability in line with vacancies, covering both technical requirements and culture fit.

I pride myself on creating and maintaining long term relationships and helping people to secure their dream job through understanding their motivations and goals.

Outside of work, you’ll find me walking my sausage dog, spending time with family and enjoying a rhubarb gin!

+44 (0) 1423559559 +44 (0)7734 426 423 natasha@bluewaveselect.com

Liam Helliwell SAP Specialist

I’m a newer member of the bluewaveSELECT team, working on the SuccessFactors desk. As well as focusing on SuccessFactors, I also focus on other HRIS solutions, such as SAP HCM, Concur, Fieldglass and Workday.

I work on the candidate side of the process, using the bluewaveSELECT network and search techniques to identify ideal candidates for clients. I then guide candidates through the client’s recruitment process, ensuring both parties are happy.

Through keeping in touch with my network I am developing, I am constantly understanding newer up and coming HRIS solutions with Workday being a key example.

By continuously networking with the SAP community and further researching newer SAP solutions, I aim to develop strategic partnerships with my own clients in the future.

Outside of work, I enjoy fishing and a good countryside walk with my partner, family and friends.

+44 (0)1423 559 559 liam@bluewaveselect.com

Thomas Hunt SAP Recruitment Specialist

I run the SAP GxP/GmP desk, passionate about all things SAP within the Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Food sectors.

Given the stringent measures and enhanced process compliance, I ensure to provide the highest quality recruitment services whether this be on the client side or candidate side. I earn the trust and respect of clients through reliability and understanding of my market.

Outside of work, I love spending most of my time either at the gym or watching my beloved football team, Liverpool FC.

Looking to the future, I want to become the most well-known and respected SAP Specialist GxP/GmP Headhunter, with the strongest possible network of SAP Legends.

+44 (0)1423 559 559 tom@bluewaveselect.com

Fiona Johnson SAP Recruitment Specialist

Here at bluewaveSELECT, I am an SAP Specialist Contract Headhunter, with a passion for SAP Change & Transformation on a global scale.

My approach to recruitment involves getting to know my candidates & clients on a personal level and providing them with the best experience and service possible throughout the whole process. I pride myself on developing my knowledge in the SAP Change arena and continuously developing these relationships.

In my spare time, I enjoy practicing/studying yoga, working out and traveling to see my family on the West coast of Scotland!

+44 (0)1423 559 559 fiona@bluewaveselect.com

Loren Smith Finance Executive

Within my role as Finance Executive here at Bluewave, I am responsible for the processing and fulfilment of the company’s financial procedures and am the first point of contact for financial queries for both clients and contractors.

I am new to finance and am excited to soon be studying for my AAT qualification and expanding my knowledge of all things finance.

Outside of work, I have a keen interest in world cultures and trying to learn a language or two and am a keen runner taking part in 10ks and half marathons, working up to my first marathon.

+44 (0)1423 559 559 loren@bluewaveselect.com

Brad Stott Marketing Executive

At bluewaveSELECT, my role involves creating and running marketing campaigns including social media, email marketing, writing blogs. Working with 3rd party Designers and PR experts and taking ownership of each project delivering through to completion.

My approach to Marketing is to engage with our current network and further expand it to wider reaches. I'm very passionate about public relations, and engaging communities to really develop strong networks introducing the best SAP people to the best SAP businesses.

Outside of work I spend time with my family and friends, involve myself into the financial markets such as cryptocurrency. My current personal project is to learn to surf!

+44 (0)1423 559 559 07452973598 brad@bluewaveselect.com

Adele Pomfret SAP Recruitment Specialist

At bluewaveSELECT, my role is to headhunt the best candidates for a comprehensive array of clients for SAP contract employment. I work closely with my team, formulating targeted searches and concentrating on the selection process all across the UK.

My approach is friendly, considerate yet thorough; with a desire to make good relationships and contacts along the way. I will asses all candidates and determine their suitability for a position; making sure, that at all times, the best fit for both candidate and client is achieved. I believe this is paramount to a successful and rewarding placement for all parties.

Outside of work my passion is the great outdoors, especially exploring the stunning Lake District with my family and furry friend. I love bouldering, attempt running and have recently discovered SUP which is currently work in progress. Fun, laughter and making memories are my life’s ambitions.

+44 (0)1423 559 559 07759722405 adele@bluewaveselect.com

Teresa Tipler Contracts Administrator

At bluewaveSELECT, I am responsible for contracts administration and compliance, this involves drawing up new contracts and contract extensions for clients and contractors as well as ensuring compliance to client and legislative requirements.

My approach is to keep Clients and Contractors happy by putting their needs first.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends , baking, cooking, watching sport and travelling to new places.

+44 (0)1423 559 559 teresa@bluewaveselect.com

Jack Borchard SAP Specialist Recruiter

At bluewaveSELECT I work to recruit SAP contract workers from all areas of SAP. Learning exactly what skills are required and handpicking the best person for the role.

Speaking to our network and learning random facts from them is my favourite side task to do on a call.

Outside of work, I like to fly planes, pretend I can play the piano and I’m currently getting better at golf!

+44(0)1423 559 559 +44(0)7971 795 023 jack@bluewaveselect.com

Ella Qarikau SAP Specialist Headhunter – Exclusively Permanent

I work on the SAP permanent desk supporting numerous clients across the UK. I headhunt for SAP candidates in the perm market, understand their skills and assess suitability in line with client requirements.

I really enjoy getting to know people and helping them in securing a great new role.

Outside of work, I love spending time with family, going on long dog walks, I’m a keen artist and musician, and currently teaching people piano.

+44(0)1423 559 559 +44(0)7722 021 903 ella@bluewaveselect.com

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