SAP S/4HANA Implementation Program Manager

Position - SAP S/4HANA Implementation Program Manager

Location - Fairhaven, MA

Duration - Contract to Hire

Job Description

A seasoned SAP program and delivery manager with 14 years of experience in SAP implementation, rollouts and AMS of which minimum 2 SAP S/4 HANA Greenfield implementation experience.

As a program manager, candidate should have led end to end Implementation of SAP S/4 HANA from beginning to the end. Should have experience in Waterfall, SAP Activate and Agile Scrum methodology.

Ability work with global IT teams and cross functional business teams, managing and directing the third-party vendor program teams.

A SAP S/4HANA Program Manager leads and oversees the implementation of SAP S/4HANA ( with RISE is preferred), ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. This role requires strong leadership, project management, and SAP expertise to drive transformational change and maximize business value.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership:. Define the overall program vision, goals, and roadmap, aligning them with organizational objectives and securing stakeholder buy-in.

Project Planning and Execution: Develop detailed project plans, manage resources, and monitor progress, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget.

Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including executives, process owners, and development teams.

Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies to keep the program on track.

Communication and Reporting: Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project progress, risks, and issues, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Change Management: Facilitate user adoption of SAP S/4HANA and minimize resistance to change.

Training and Support: Plan and coordinate training programs and knowledge transfer to ensure end-users are equipped to use the new system.

Essential Skills and Experience:

SAP S/4HANA Expertise: Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA functionalities, implementation methodologies (e.g., SAP Activate), and best practices.

Project Management: Proven experience managing complex, global SAP projects using standard methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership skills to guide and motivate teams, with excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Change Management: Experience in leading organizational change and managing user adoption of new systems.

Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve complex issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with various teams, including business, functional, technical, and development teams.