SAP Release & Capacity Manager

DXC Technology Inc.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled SAP Release/Capacity Manager to enhance their client-focused SAP delivery team. This role involves coordinating delivery across a diverse portfolio of client projects, ensuring smooth operations and effective resource management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAP delivery and governance, with the ability to forecast resource needs and manage release timelines effectively. Join a company committed to diversity and professional growth, where your contributions will drive significant SAP innovations and enhance client satisfaction. Take the opportunity to work on exciting projects and collaborate with global industry leaders.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Discounts on travel, dining, and entertainment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing SAP releases and capacity.
• Strong understanding of release governance and deployment processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all pre-release, release, and post-release activities.
• Forecast resource needs and monitor resource utilization.

Skills

SAP Delivery

Release Management

Capacity Management

Governance Reporting

Education

Experience in SAP Delivery Lifecycle

SC Security Clearance

Job description

Job Description:

DXC are looking for a SAP Release / Capacity Manager to join our client focused SAP delivery team. This position will be working with our account leadership and clients to coordinate delivery across a portfolio of client requirements (projects, small change and enhancements) ensuring smooth ongoing delivery across this busy SAP portfolio. Experience in SAP delivery and understanding the SAP delivery lifecycle is essential.

Due to the nature of our client accounts, SC security clearance is required and for us to obtain this for you, you must be a sole British National that has lived and worked in the UK consecutively for the past 5 years. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider dual nationals currently.

Responsibilities:

Release Coordination:

• Plan and manage all pre-release, release, and post-release activities.
• Ensure readiness of teams, systems, and stakeholders for the release.
• Provide input and recommendations for release timelines based on readiness and capacity.
• Work closely with Project managers and other leads to ensure release governance and deployment.
• Facilitate regular release level meetings to discuss progress, risks, and issues.
• Conduct post-release reviews to assess the success of the release and identify areas for improvement.

Capacity Management:

• Forecast resource needs for upcoming releases, projects, and BAU activities.
• Monitor resource utilization and resolve conflicts by reallocating resources as necessary.
• Collaborate with Program Managers and Functional Leads to align resources with priorities.
• Highlight capacity risks to governance forums and propose mitigation strategies.

Governance Reporting:

• Present release readiness updates, capacity utilization reports, and risk assessments to governance forums (e.g., Portfolio Governance Forum, Steering Committees).

Release Management Deliverables:

• Detailed release plans with milestones and readiness checklists.
• Recommend release timelines to the Portfolio Lead or Steering Committee for approval.
• Post-release evaluation reports with lessons learned and improvements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of release processes, including release notes and deployment instructions.
• Ensure that end-users have access to necessary training and support materials.

Capacity Management Deliverables:

• Resource forecasts and utilization reports.
• Escalation logs for capacity conflicts or risks.

Decisions:

• Recommend release timelines to the Portfolio Lead or Steering Committee for approval.
• Approve operational adjustments to resource allocation for smooth release execution.
• Escalate unresolved capacity or readiness issues to governance forums for resolution.

Why Join DXC Technology?

At DXC Technology, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We offer competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment.

Employee Benefits:

• Flexible benefits package (customizable options including additional annual leave, private medical cover, dental, and travel insurance).
• Perks at Work—discounts on travel, dining, entertainment, and more.
• Opportunities for professional growth through cutting-edge SAP projects and training programs.

If you’re ready to take on exciting SAP challenges and work with global industry leaders, we’d love to hear from you! Join DXC Technology and drive SAP innovation!