SAP Project Lead

Proactive Appointments; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Proactive Appointments are seeking an experienced SAP Project Lead to join their IT function in South Oxfordshire, with full onsite work and a permanent contract. The role centers on delivering SAP and business applications, bridging technical teams and stakeholders to translate requirements into effective solutions.

The successful candidate will own SAP projects, manage external SAP support, and coordinate multi-team efforts to milestones within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering SAP projects in a Lead/PM role.
• Strong SAP knowledge across modules.
• Technical background from software development or support.
• Experience with third-party SAP partners and vendors.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills.
• PRINCE2 and ITIL familiarity is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP and application projects from requirements through implementation.
• Engage stakeholders to define scope and technical solutions.
• Main point of contact for external SAP support partner.
• Coordinate internal teams and third-party suppliers to milestones and budgets.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and design guidance.
• Support investigation and resolution of SAP and application issues.
• Monitor progress, risks and deliverables with governance and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvements in delivery and IT service management.

Skills

SAP

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

ABAP knowledge

PRINCE2

ITIL knowledge

Third-party coordination

Tools

PRINCE2

ITIL

Job description

SAP Project Lead

South Oxfordshire (local to Didcot) | Fully Onsite | Permanent | £55,000 + Bonus

Our client is looking for an experienced SAP Project Lead to join their IT function based in South Oxfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded professional who has progressed from a software development, application development, or technical support background into project leadership.

The successful candidate will take ownership of SAP and business application projects, working closely with internal stakeholders and a third-party SAP support provider to ensure projects are delivered successfully. This role requires someone who can bridge the gap between technical teams and the wider business, translating requirements into effective technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple SAP and application-based projects from initial requirements through to successful implementation
• Engage with business stakeholders to capture requirements and define project scope and technical solutions
• Act as the main point of contact for the external SAP support partner, managing relationships and ensuring effective delivery
• Coordinate internal teams and third-party suppliers to achieve project milestones within agreed timelines and budgets
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and provide guidance on application design and development
• Support the investigation and resolution of complex SAP and application-related issues
• Monitor project progress, risks, and deliverables, ensuring appropriate governance and documentation is maintained
• Drive continuous improvements across application delivery, support processes and IT service management practices

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience delivering SAP projects within a Project Lead, Technical Project Manager, or similar role
• Strong understanding of SAP, including exposure to multiple SAP modules and their functionality
• A technical background in software development, application development, or application support
• Knowledge of SAP ABAP or experience with other programming languages would be highly advantageous
• Experience managing and coordinating third-party suppliers and external support partners
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working with structured project delivery methodologies such as PRINCE2 would be beneficial
• Understanding of ITIL principles and IT service management processes is advantageous
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem solving

What's On Offer

• Permanent position with a salary of £55,000 per annum
• Bonus scheme
• Opportunity to take ownership of critical SAP projects within a complex technical environment
• A stable and collaborative working environment with long-term career development opportunities

Location: South Oxfordshire (fully onsite)

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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