SAP Technical Project Lead {W}

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

As the SAP Technical Project Lead, you will be the primary in-house SAP resource who will lead coordination of our SAP support and enhancements in partnership with business stakeholders and third party vendors.  You will develop an understanding of the current SAP landscape and utilize your expertise to identify areas of improvement and champion new processes that increase quality, productivity, and efficiency.  You are process oriented and analytical, but comfortable with ambiguity due to the ever-changing environment supporting a growing company. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for project managing SAP S/4 HANA system support activities including enhancements related to refining requirements, performing analysis of requirements and determining the best user-friendly solution
• Primary liaison with stakeholders such as project personnel, vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements
• Vendor management and ensure accountability of third party SAP vendor
• Lead cross-functional relationships to collaborate on identifying business needs as it relates to SAP system requirements
• Identify and manage risks proactively while acting on potential risks/issues and provide proposals to senior management if escalation is required
• Ensure all projects have a timeline, budget, and scope and are monitored and reported on throughout the lifetime of the project
• Develop visualizations for metrics, key performance indicators, and data solutions to ensure decisions are informed and data driven
• Engage with the IT Project Management Team,  utilizing standard processes, templates, and reporting to ensure broad visibility of project status
• Implementing document control policies and documentation templates
• Monitoring project progress and implementing changes where necessary
• Monitoring expenditures in accordance with the budget
• Ensuring compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards
• Compiling project reports and informing management regarding problems
• Ensuring project complies with best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and other policies
• Project management of other IT related projects as required

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree 5 years of project management experience; experience managing SAP ERP projects required
• Prior SAP hands-on configuration experience is a plus
• Proven experience in vendor management and accountability
• Self-disciplined with a proven track record of driving project deadlines/milestones within a dynamic environment while maintaining the highest standard of compliance and quality
• Ability to work in a dynamic rapidly changing environment where priorities can shift quickly
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to lead and resolve daily issues
• Ability to speak up as appropriate while identifying and escalating issues as required
• Ability to proactively anticipate business requirements and provide strategic recommendations
• Strong prioritization and organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high degree of flexibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace industry experience is a plus

Location: Danbury, CT

Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This position requires U.S. citizenship in support of contract requirements.  Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the U.S. and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained, and this may take several months.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.