We are seeking a highly skilled
SAP Activate Project Manager
to lead and drive SAP S/4HANA implementation projects using the SAP Activate methodology
. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAP project management, experience in agile methodologies, and expertise in managing end-to-end project lifecycles, including preparation, exploration, realization, deployment, and run phases.
Technical & Functional Expertise:
- Strong knowledge of
SAP S/4HANA
and related modules (e.g., MM, SD, FI, PP, etc.). - Hands-on experience with
SAP Activate methodology
and agile project management. - Familiarity with SAP Fiori, Business Process Automation, and SAP Cloud solutions.
- Experience managing SAP integrations with third-party applications.
Project Management & Leadership:
- 8+ years of SAP project management experience, with at least
3+ years leading SAP S/4HANA projects
. - Expertise in managing complex SAP deployments, including multi-country rollouts.
- Proven ability to
lead cross-functional teams
in a global, multicultural environment. - Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on risk management and mitigation.
Certifications (Preferred):
-
SAP Activate Project Manager Certification
-
PMP (Project Management Professional)
or PRINCE2
-
SAFe Agile Certification
Project Management & Delivery:
- Lead SAP
S/4HANA implementation, migration, or upgrade
projects using SAP Activate methodology. - Define project scope, objectives, timeline, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with business goals.
- Ensure seamless project execution from
Prepare
to Run
phase, managing risks, issues, and dependencies. - Work closely with business stakeholders, SAP consultants, and IT teams to drive project milestones.
- Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation effectively.
- Oversee project governance, compliance, and change control processes.
SAP Activate Methodology & Agile Approach:
- Utilize SAP Activate methodology to ensure a structured, agile, and iterative approach to SAP implementation.
- Conduct
Fit-to-Standard
analysis workshops, ensuring alignment between SAP solutions and business needs. - Lead sprint planning, backlog management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain project documentation, including roadmaps, RAID logs, and status reports.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact between business users, SAP consultants, and external vendors.
- Engage with C-level executives, business process owners, and IT teams to ensure stakeholder alignment.
- Collaborate with SAP partners, system integrators, and implementation teams for successful go-live execution.
Training & Change Management:
- Develop and execute user training, adoption, and change management plans.
- Ensure smooth knowledge transfer and post-go-live support, including hypercare management.
- Drive process optimization and continuous improvement after implementation.
