SAP Program Manager(80% travel)

Description:Minimum of 15 years of total experience in SAP ImplementationsDemonstrated experience in managing transformational initiatives.At least Five full life cycle SAP implementations as an SAP Project Manager with multi-module implementations (Finance, Sales, Production, Purchasing, Warehouse)A minimum of 10 years prior transformational SAP consulting or equivalent industry experienceAt least three years' experience in proposal and business case developmentBachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Math, MIS, or equivalent discipline required, Master's Degree desiredWillingness to travel 100%SAP Program Management Resource will assist in various SAP/ERP programs/projects related to technology and service transitions. Manage reporting and resolution of issues, risks, and dependencies, proactively identifying potential planning gaps, implementing mitigations to risks, and driving actions to close issues.Provide project leadership to include ability to discuss and champion the business case for change to a business audience, and actively participate and execute high value business solutions. Role includes program planning and deployment, budget management, P&L management, risk management, operations transformation, systems integration, and software development.Strong problem solver. Strong communicator. Highly collaborative. Strong C-Level executive presence. Bachelor's degree required;Must be detail oriented, self-directed and have strong independent problem-solving skillsMentors team members in technology, architecture and delivery of applicationsCreating and negotiating statements of work, program planning and milestone creation, financial reporting. Fluent in Agile and Scrum methodologies.Global ERP Implementation experience working with multi-national companies in multi-cultural environments is a big plusEvaluate, plan for, and drive organizational change. Assist in managing the approach, tools and processes that will be used to support business transition eventsStrong experience in Microsoft office suite of tools, strong experience with MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint, Clarity PM and JIRA (Agile Project Management)Leading multiple Scrum teams to successfully complete contracted work through constant and clear communication, strong leadership, and development of relationships amongst team members, client peer group, and all stakeholder. PMP certification desired, Scrum Master certification requiredCreates a shared sense of direction and community among the teamsAbility to articulate and present different points-of-views on various technologiesProven ability to transfer knowledge and stay aware of current trends and technical advancementsTime management skills are a must; as well as the ability to be flexible and creative.A strong track record of professional success, preferably in the Consulting Services arenaGood Have Skills

Experience in managing and delivering S/4HANA projectPrior experience working for large Global System Integrators is a big plusKey Responsibilities

Reporting to SAP Delivery Head, SAP Engagement Director/Program Manager is responsible for the planning, execution and management of complex and large transformation engagements at our client's clientsAccountable for the successful delivery of all project phases, releases, and project components for transformation projectsResponsible for overall quality, engagement, and adherence to the schedule and budget for the projectProduce recognized pieces of transformational thought leadership and present at industry eventEnsure delivery of SAP solutions using our client's delivery methodologiesCoordinate project timeline with her/his teams to ensure checkpoints and goals are met to the client's satisfactionCollaborate with the project manager(s) in the management of overall resource allocation and capacity planning for the project(s)Manage program level status, metrics, issues and risks and oversee overall completion and sign-off on program deliverablesOversee various transformational projects, implementing business process improvements, or implementing ERP systems for our clientsLeverage his/her broad business and technical expertise to address technology architecture, blueprinting, data analysis, business modeling, technical design, application development, integration, and enablementExtensive experience in managing Client Stake holders at all levelsCollaborate in scoping prospective engagements and developing proposalsManage the technical relationship with the customer and be our client's "face" (besides the Business Relationship manager) to the customer throughout the sales processMaster and maintain detailed knowledge of SAP's end to end solutions and product-suite configuration optionsAttending and participating in discussions with Senior management and CxO level people and be able to influence their decisionCommunicate competitive intelligence from the field