Job Description

SAP Implementation Project Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven SAP Implementation Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of a major SAP S/4HANA implementation project.

Location

Fairhaven, MA, USA

Role Summary

The Project Manager will lead and manage the end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementation project , ensuring successful delivery within defined scope, budget, and timeline. This role demands strong project management skills , deep SAP expertise , and proven ability to manage complex IT projects and drive organizational change. A minimum of two (2) SAP S/4 HANA Greenfield implementation experiences is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution:
• Plan, execute, and finalize the SAP S/4HANA implementation project according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, manage resource allocation, and track progress, ensuring the project stays on schedule.
• Employ proven project methodologies, including Waterfall , Agile Scrum , and SAP Activate .
• Project Monitoring & Control:
• Utilize project management tools like Jira for tracking tasks, managing backlogs, and resolving issues efficiently.
• Manage project documentation, risk logs, and issue registers, providing structured updates and reporting.
• Adhere to and support PMO (Project Management Office) standards for governance, reporting, and quality assurance.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including business process owners, functional, and technical teams.
• Manage and direct the activities of third-party vendor teams involved in the implementation.

Change & Risk Management:

• Execute effective Change Management strategies to prepare the organization for the new system, minimizing resistance and maximizing user adoption.
• Proactively identify potential project risks and issues, developing and executing mitigation plans.
• Leverage tools like ServiceNow for managing system-related change requests and ensuring smooth transition to operations, where required.

Communication & Reporting:

• Provide regular, concise updates to stakeholders and leadership on project status, key milestones, risks, and dependencies.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience: 10+ years of dedicated experience as a Project Manager leading large-scale, complex IT implementations.
• SAP S/4HANA: Proven experience managing at least two (2) full-cycle SAP S/4 HANA Greenfield implementations .
• Project Management Expertise: Deep understanding and hands-on application of methodologies like SAP Activate , Agile Scrum , and Waterfall .

Key Skills:

• Jira: Hands-on proficiency in using Jira for project tracking, task management, and agile ceremonies.
• ServiceNow: Experience with ServiceNow is required for managing Change Requests and incidents within the project lifecycle.
• Change Management: Demonstrated ability to execute organizational change and manage end-user training/adoption.
• PMO: Experience operating within or adhering to PMO governance and reporting structures.
• Soft Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities to guide and motivate teams and manage executive-level stakeholders.

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