Project Manager overseeing a major SAP S/4HANA upgrade initiative for a client. Responsible for all upgrade program phases from planning to deployment and compliance.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain a detailed roadmap covering project phases, timelines, resources, and alignment with the broader transformation program
Maintain risk and dependency tracking to ensure proactive decision-making
Guarantee adherence to recognized delivery frameworks, particularly SAP Activate
Orchestrate all stages of the upgrade: initial preparation, sandbox cycles, development iterations, validation and quality assurance, and final production transition
Manage end-to-end testing cycles, including integrated, performance, and regression tests
Oversee change management processes
Act as the key point of coordination between business teams, IT leadership, functional experts, BASIS groups, and external partners
Produce clear updates and structured reporting for executives and program governance committees
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks
Lead documentation, training, and change management activities to support user readiness
Requirements
Over 10 years of experience managing SAP initiatives
Hands-on experience leading S/4HANA upgrade programs
Work history within environments governed by strict regulatory frameworks (pharma or life sciences is a strong asset)
In-depth understanding of SAP Activate
Knowledge of supply chain and manufacturing processes within S/4HANA
Experience managing testing cycles in complex system landscapes
Certifications PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification
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