We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SAP Program Manager to oversee and manage large-scale SAP projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of SAP systems, exemplary written and oral communication skills, and several years of managerial experience. The role requires the ability to oversee multiple project details simultaneously, ensuring successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
- Manage the day-to-day operations of large SAP projects, defining and managing scope, budget, timelines, and quality.
- Utilize both traditional and agile methodologies to ensure project completion.
- Maintain detailed project plans, anticipating and mitigating risks to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
Team Leadership
- Lead and manage project teams consisting of multi-functional, global, and virtual groups.
- Directly supervise staff, ensuring appropriate expectations, principles, structures, tools, and responsibilities are in place.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as Daily Stand-ups, Iteration Planning, System Demos, and Iteration Retrospectives.
- Support the Product Owner in managing the backlog and guiding the team to balance priorities and scope.
Stakeholder Communication
- Interact with upper management, coordinate various teams, and liaise with clients to ensure clear communication and understanding of project requirements.
- Facilitate requirements gathering sessions and document functional requirements/specifications to capture business needs.
- Develop positive relationships across the business to facilitate open dialogue and engagement.
- Identify the communication needs of each stakeholder, ensuring agreement on scope, requirements, and delivery.
Financial Management
- Review and ensure project financial management and reporting to relevant parties.
- Demonstrate the ability to use tools/independent spreadsheets to analyze earn vs. burn rate/earnings variances and other project financials.
Required Experience and Skills
SAP Expertise
- Hands-on experience with at least 3-4 SAP implementations and 3-4 SAP support projects (AMS).
- Global roll-out experience is preferred.
- Ability to manage resources of other vendors in a multi-vendor environment.
Project Management
- Strong understanding of Project Management Processes and Agile Methodologies.
- Proven experience in overseeing required tasks, planning, scheduling, and managing financial resources.
- Ability to define project scope, develop, document, and implement large-scale projects and change initiatives.
Communication Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with upper management, coordinate various teams, and interact with clients.
Organizational Skills
- Ability to oversee multiple project details simultaneously.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in managing global SAP projects.
- Proficiency in facilitating Agile ceremonies and supporting Product Owners.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships across the business.
- Strong analytical skills for project financials.
If you are a seasoned SAP professional with robust project management skills and a proven track record of successful SAP implementations and support projects, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding role. Join our team and contribute to delivering excellence in SAP project management.