Senior Project Manager (SAP S/4HANA SCM & Manufacturing)
Contract: Initial 6 months (with extension potential through 2028)
Engagement Type: Freelance / Contract
Overview
A leading global manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the integration of business processes within a large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programme. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, delivery leadership, and stakeholder engagement to ensure seamless alignment between business and IT functions.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
- Lead end-to-end delivery of business process integration within the SAP S/4HANA landscape
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring delivery to scope, time, budget, and quality expectations
- Identify and manage interdependencies across functional, technical, and business workstreams
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and mitigation plans throughout the project lifecycle
Technical Coordination
- Act as the central coordination point between internal technical teams and third-party vendors
- Ensure alignment on integration design, requirements, and delivery milestones
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Serve as the primary interface between business stakeholders, data teams, and IT functions
- Facilitate workshops to gather requirements, validate solutions, and drive alignment
- Provide clear and consistent reporting to senior stakeholders on progress, risks, and key decisions
Issue Resolution
- Lead the identification and resolution of integration challenges during implementation and post-go-live phases
Documentation & Governance
- Maintain high-quality documentation of integration processes, configurations, and workflows
- Support audit and governance requirements as needed
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in IT integration and project delivery, with a strong focus on SAP programmes
- Proven track record delivering SAP S/4HANA implementations
- Strong understanding of SAP modules within manufacturing environments (e.g. PP, MES, PLM)
- Proven experience leading cross-functional and technical teams in complex environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Desirable Skills
- SAP certifications in relevant modules
- Experience working within agile or hybrid delivery environments
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