SAP Programme Manager - England, United Kingdom - JPS Resourcing Limited

Description

Our client who is a leading manufacturing organisation is seeking a highly skilled SAP Programme Manager to lead the SAP S4/HANA implementation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale SAP programmes, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful project delivery within scope, budget, and timeline constraints.

The SAP Programme Manager will play a critical role in driving business transformation, optimising processes, and maximising the value derived from SAP solutions.

Responsibilities:

Programme Management:

• Lead the end-to-end management of SAP implementation programmes, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure phases.
• Define programme scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines in alignment with business goals and requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies to ensure efficient project execution.
• Implement effective risk management strategies and mitigation plans to address potential project obstacles and ensure successful delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, business units, IT teams, and external partners.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to understand their requirements, address concerns, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Communicate program progress, milestones, and key decisions through regular status updates, presentations, and executive reports.

Team Leadership:

• Build and lead cross-functional project teams, including SAP consultants, developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Define roles and responsibilities, establish clear performance expectations, and conduct regular performance evaluations to drive accountability and continuous improvement.

Solution Delivery:

• Oversee the implementation of SAP modules, applications, and technologies, ensuring adherence to best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with business units to gather requirements, define business processes, and configure SAP solutions to meet functional specifications.
• Monitor solution quality, performance, and scalability, conducting thorough testing and validation to ensure reliability and usability.

Change Management:

• Develop and implement change management strategies to drive user adoption, minimise resistance, and maximise the benefits of SAP implementations.
• Provide training, documentation, and support to end-users, enabling them to effectively utilise SAP systems and tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process optimisation, automation, and innovation to drive continuous improvement and business value realisation.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with certification(s) such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile Scrum preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively across organisational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus to achieve project goals.
• Proven track record of delivering SAP solutions on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a strategic mindset and a focus on driving business value through technology.

This is a permanent position with a leading manufacturing organisation based in "South of England".

This role is set in a Hybrid environment split between remote and some onsite presence.

Applicants must have a UK passport.