SAP Project Manager - 11073

Job Title: SAP Project Manager– 11073

Shift Hours: 2PM-11PM

Locations: Pune, Bangalore, Chennai, Noida, Hyderabad

Experience: 12+ Years

Job Overview:

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SAP S/4HANA Project Manager with expertise in Greenfield implementation and transformation from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA using the SAP Activate Methodology.

The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing all phases of the migration project, from planning and execution to delivery, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal disruption to business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive project plan for the migration from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA using Greenfield implementation.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements in alignment with business goals and objectives.
• Establish project governance structure, roles/responsibilities, and communication protocols to ensure effective project management.

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead and manage cross-functional project teams, including SAP consultants, technical experts, and business stakeholders.
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to team members to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting open communication and knowledge sharing.

Green Field Data Loads:

• Oversee all aspects of the migration process, including data extraction, transformation, and loading using DS/ETL.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency throughout the migration process.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize downtime and disruptions during migration.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, including business leaders, IT management, and project sponsors.
• Provide regular updates, progress reports, and presentations to stakeholders on project status, milestones, and risks.
• Proactively address stakeholder concerns and expectations, ensuring alignment and buy-in throughout the migration process.

Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

• Implement quality assurance processes and controls to ensure the successful delivery of the migration project within scope, budget, and timeline constraints.
• Identify potential risks, issues, and dependencies early in the project lifecycle and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of project activities to monitor progress and address any deviations from the project plan.

Change Management and Training:

• Develop and execute change management strategies to facilitate user adoption of SAP S/4HANA and minimize resistance to change.

• Plan and coordinate training programs and knowledge transfer sessions to educate end-users on the new system and processes.

• Provide ongoing support and assistance to end-users during the transition period to ensure a smooth migration experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or related field. Master's degree preferred.

• 8+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on SAP S/4HANA Greenfield, Brownfield, Selective Data Transfer/Bluefield implementations and migrations.

• Proven experience leading SAP S/4HANA migration projects, particularly using Greenfield implantation.

• Experience leading onshore and offshore SAP functional and technical teams.

• Strong understanding of SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA modules, architecture, and migration tools.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.

• Experience in chemical and Petrochimical experience is added advantage.

• SAP Activate Methodology Certification is a plus.

• Experience with change management, stakeholder engagement, and risk management methodologies.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges and develop proactive solutions.

• Positive attitude and proactive nature to work with Cross-Teams.

• Working knowledge of agile and waterfall development methodologies.

• Self-motivated, strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.