At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. In SAP programme management at PwC, you will focus on overseeing and managing large-scale SAP implementation projects within an organisation. You will work closely with business leaders, project managers, and technical teams to define project objectives, develop project plans, allocate resources, monitor progress, and mitigate risks. Working in SAP programme management, you will coordinate multiple projects, resources, and stakeholders to enable successful delivery of SAP solutions.
Impact
High degree of independence and influence over the Center partners and staff in the execution of the SAP delivery strategy. This role has Firm wide impact with global implications. The Leader is expected to establish and execute the activities that enable the behaviors, structures, systems and competencies required for the Firm to build a successful operating model. This individual must be an enabler and mission led and have the viewpoint and experience to work with other leaders in our business in ensuring effective operation of the model.The role of a SAP PMO Director is pivotal in ensuring that an organization’s projects and initiatives are executed successfully, aligned with strategic objectives, and contribute to overall business success. The manager must possess a diverse set of skills, from leadership and communication to project management expertise and adaptability. By navigating challenges and implementing project management best practices, he/she can play a transformative role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s project management processes, ultimately contributing to its long-term success.
Professional And Educational Background
- 20 years’ experience with strong background in Delivery Management, managing SAP Implementation programs
- Demonstrate thought leadership in driving program strategy, planning, execution and delivery ensuring alignment with the organizational goals and objectives.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Technology or related field.
- Experience on program management tools like MS Project, JIRA. ADO etc
- Project Management certifications like PMP, SAP Activate or SAFE Agile is good to have.
Knowledge, Competencies & Skills Preferred
- Leadership:
- Strategic Vision: Ability to align the PMO with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Strong motivation to build a practice from the ground up
- Demonstrates proven thorough abilities and success as a team leader: creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations and respecting the work-life quality of team members; providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and keeping leadership informed of progress and issues. Mentoring junior staff members
- Thought leader level abilities in delivering complex engagements that are digital-led process, functional and/ or enterprise-level transformation
- Communication:
- Demonstrate proven thorough ability to utilize effectively written, verbal, and presentation business communication skills when interacting with clients and firm staff and/or management in a professional services business environment, including articulating technical concepts to business stakeholders and driving development efforts with clients.
- Strong stakeholder management and story-telling skills to communicate, facilitate and present cogently to, and across all levels of audiences within client organization, engagement teams, internal staff and management
- Analytical Skills:
- Data Analysis: Analyze project data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
- Problem-Solving: Address complex problems and make informed decisions.
- Project Management Expertise:
- Project Lifecycle Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies and project lifecycles.
- Risk Management: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Demonstrate proven experience in managing large scale SAP S/4 HANA implementation programs
- Project Management Tools: Familiarity with project management tools and technologies.
- Data Management: Understanding of data governance and management principles.
- Adaptability:
- Appreciation and passion for design-thinking, critical problem solving and a curiosity for understanding the latest in business + technology
- Agile Mindset: Adaptability to changing project requirements and business priorities.
- Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging project management practices.
Additional Information
- Travel Requirements: Travel to client locations may be required as per project requirements
- Line of Service: Advisory
- Horizontal: SAP
- Designation: Director
- Location: Bangalore, Hyderabad & Mumbai
