What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Program Manager SAP S/4HANA position at PeakIT?
Job Details
Senior Program Manager SAP S/4HANA
12 Months
Remote (MST Time support)
No Visa Sponsorship
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced SAP Program Manager to oversee the operational components of strategic planning, governance, and execution of IT applications within the SAP S/4HANA ecosystem. This role reports to the Director of Enterprise Business Systems (EBS) Portfolio and will drive operational efficiency, alignment with business objectives, and impactful project outcomes.
A key focus will be leading the Fusion 2.0 project, a high-visibility initiative to migrate the legacy SAP S/4HANA system into the new SAP S/4HANA environment. Your leadership will be instrumental in ensuring a smooth transition and successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute IT portfolio management strategies, ensuring effective governance, prioritization, and resource allocation.
- Lead SAP S/4HANA projects, delivering on time and within budget while minimizing risks.
- Drive continuous improvements in portfolio management processes to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IT initiatives with business objectives.
- Manage compliance, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements related to IT projects.
- Facilitate technical discussions and oversee project cutover plans to ensure seamless go-live.
- Organize and lead project planning sessions, defining timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Monitor project progress, escalate critical issues, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
- Maintain project documentation and administer the project SharePoint site.
- Support organizational change management efforts for IT initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience:
- SAP Program Leadership: 15 years managing large-scale SAP programs across HR, Payroll, Finance, Supply Chain, and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of SAP ABAP, integration patterns (PO), transport management, and Basis administration.
- Cloud & Infrastructure Knowledge: Experience integrating SAP with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
- Project & Portfolio Governance: Proven ability to align IT programs with business goals and manage interconnected projects.
- Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Ability to coordinate multiple third-party vendors, offshore teams, and business leaders
- Agile & Change Management: Experience with SAP Activate framework and Agile methodologies
- Executive Communication: Strong presentation and reporting skills for senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMP Certification (Preferred, but not required).
- Experience leading global SAP implementations with multiple stakeholders.
- Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Top 3 Must-Haves:
- Proven experience leading large SAP programs.
- Strong communication & leadership skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
