SAP Project Manager

2iResourcing; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced SAP Project Manager to lead critical activities during an SAP S/4HANA implementation. This role emphasizes risk and issue management, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring project milestones are met. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex SAP projects, with a minimum of 10 years in project management. You will collaborate closely with diverse teams, drive effective communication, and contribute to a strong team environment. If you are passionate about project excellence and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project management with enterprise SAP projects.
• Experience in managing SAP end-to-end implementations.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Director in managing SAP S/4HANA implementation.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project progress and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Defect Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Legacy System Integration

Education

SAP Activate PM Methodology Certification

PMP Certification

Job description

SAP Project Manager

Work Mode: Hybrid
Location: Toronto, ON
Project Duration: 6 Months
Extension: Potential for extension based on project needs

Job Overview:

The SAP Project Manager will support the Project Director in managing key project activities during the SAP S/4HANA implementation. This role focuses on risk and issue management, stakeholder engagement, defect management, and maintaining the critical project path. The position will involve close collaboration with various internal and external teams to ensure the project progresses smoothly and on schedule.

Mandatory Skills & Experience:

• Experience in managing enterprise SAP projects with SAP technologies including: SAP S/4HANA (Finance, Procurement, Project Systems, Asset Accounting, Plant Maintenance, Warehouse Management, Materials Management, Finance, Controlling, Funds Management, Treasury and Risk Management, Sales and Distribution and SAP Ariba).
• Experience as the project manager of at least 3 SAP end-to-end implementations.
• A minimum of 10+ years hands-on experience in large project/program management with Government jurisdictions and/or large private sector organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to build working relationships with various stakeholders including Project Sponsors, Executive Sponsors, Advisory Committees, Change Ambassadors, External Vendors, and SAP support.
• Superior written & verbal communication skills (comfortable & confident communicating at all levels, including business partners, leadership, and vendors).
• Ability to lead efficient communication between all project stakeholders, including internal teams and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience managing projects with legacy system integrations.
• Experience escalating resolution of issues and defects, working with the vendor as necessary (ex. raising incidents with SAP and bringing them to closure).
• Experience supporting a strong, collaborative team environment.
• Experience leading project closeout activities including lessons learned, with opportunities for improvement presented in a final project closeout report.
• Strong knowledge of test methodologies.
• Project excellence spanning Governance, Definition, Planning, Project Management & Control, Financials, and Close-out.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Certification in SAP Activate PM Methodology and/or PMP.
• Experience managing projects with legacy system integrations.
• Familiarity with Government jurisdictions and experience in large-scale private sector organizations.
• Experience leading project closeout activities, including lessons learned and project evaluations.

Certifications:

• SAP Activate PM Methodology certification (preferred).
• PMP certification (preferred).