Senior SAP Project Manager

Innovervglobal; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive, market-aligned compensation

Accelerated career progression

Opportunities for international travel

Job summary

Innovervglobal is seeking a Senior SAP Project Manager with deep hands-on experience in delivering SAP S/4HANA implementations. This client-facing role requires strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills. You'll lead the planning, execution, and governance of complex SAP transformation initiatives within large programmes.

You'll ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and quality, directly impacting client business transformations while operating in a dynamic, agile environment.

Qualifications

• 8 - 12+ years’ experience in SAP Project Management.
• Hands-on delivery of SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• Strong understanding of the SAP implementation lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of SAP S/4HANA implementation projects.
• Manage the SAP S/4HANA delivery lifecycle from start to finish.
• Ensure compliance with SAP Activate methodology and programme delivery standards.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA implementation

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Governance

Agile Methodology

Job description

INNOVERV is a rapidly growing and forward-thinking SAP & AI Advisory Consultancy specialising in delivering cutting‑edge digital transformation projects for our global clients. We focus on helping businesses achieve greater efficiency, innovation, and scalability through tailored technology solutions. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Senior SAP Project Manager with strong SAP S/4HANA delivery experience to join our dynamic team and drive successful delivery of complex SAP transformation initiatives.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly capable Senior SAP Project Manager with deep hands‑on experience delivering SAP S/4HANA implementation projects within large transformation programmes. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing the delivery of SAP S/4HANA projects from mobilisation and planning through to cutover, go‑live, and hyper‑care, ensuring disciplined execution across functional, technical, data, and integration workstreams.

This role sits within large SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes and works closely with Programme Delivery Leads and client stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered in a structured and controlled manner. You will be responsible for driving day‑to‑day delivery across S/4HANA implementation activities, ensuring alignment between delivery progress, programme milestones, and business transformation objectives.

This is a client‑facing role requiring strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills to manage the execution of complex S/4HANA ERP transformation initiatives. You will guide delivery teams through SAP’s Activate delivery methodology and ensure strong governance across all phases of the S/4HANA implementation lifecycle.

You will be responsible for:

Programme Delivery

• Lead the planning and execution of SAP S/4HANA implementation projects within large transformation programmes
• Manage the end‑to‑end SAP S/4HANA delivery lifecycle including mobilisation, discovery, fit‑to‑standard workshops, design alignment, build/configuration oversight, integrations, data migration, testing, cutover, go‑live, and stabilisation
• Drive detailed project plans aligned with SAP Activate methodology and delivery phases
• Coordinate execution across functional, technical, data migration, integration, testing, and security workstreams
• Ensure project delivery remains on schedule, within scope and budget, while maintaining strong adherence to quality gates and programme milestones

Scope Definition & Fit‑to‑Standard Workshops

• Support SAP S/4HANA scoping activities and translate programme objectives into structured project delivery plans
• Coordinate fit‑to‑standard workshops, ensuring alignment between SAP standard capabilities and business process requirements
• Ensure scope clarity across S/4HANA modules, integrations, reporting requirements, security roles, and data objects
• Manage scope change processes including change requests, impact analysis, and delivery trade‑offs
• Ensure S/4HANA design decisions are properly documented, reviewed, and approved through programme governance forums

Governance, RAID, and Delivery Control

• Manage project‑level governance aligned with the wider S/4HANA programme governance structure
• Maintain RAID logs covering risks related to integration complexity, data migration readiness, testing progress, and deployment timelines
• Track project delivery against S/4HANA implementation milestones and phase gates
• Ensure compliance with SAP Activate methodology and programme delivery standard
• Support recovery planning when delivery risks emerge, including re‑planning, re‑sequencing activities, and escalating issues to programme leadership

Workstream Coordination & Delivery Leadership

• Coordinate execution across multiple SAP S/4HANA workstreams including functional configuration, technical development, integrations, data migration, testing, and security
• Ensure strong collaboration between delivery teams and business process owners
• Work closely with architects, functional leads, data teams, and integration teams to ensure alignment across S/4HANA design and delivery
• Support PMO activities including milestone tracking, reporting, and delivery documentation
• Ensure consistent delivery discipline across all project workstreams

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Provide regular updates to programme leadership and client stakeholders on S/4HANA delivery progress, risks, and dependencies
• Support executive reporting and governance forums including Steering Committees and design authority boards
• Ensure clear communication between programme leadership, project teams, and business stakeholders
• Maintain strong client relationships through transparent reporting and disciplined delivery execution

Testing, Cutover & Go‑Live Coordination

• Coordinate testing cycles across S/4HANA environments including SIT, UAT, regression testing, and performance testing
• Manage defect tracking and resolution processes across functional and technical teams
• Support the planning and execution of S/4HANA cutover activities, including cutover planning, rehearsal cycles, and readiness tracking
• Ensure go‑live readiness criteria are met across workstreams
• Coordinate hyper‑care and stabilisation activities following S/4HANA deployment

Change Management

• Support change management initiatives associated with S/4HANA business transformation including communications, training, and user adoption
• Ensure business stakeholders are actively engaged throughout the S/4HANA delivery lifecycle
• Coordinate readiness activities including training completion, role/security readiness, and process documentation
• Help ensure the organisation is operationally prepared for new SAP‑enabled business processes

Key Qualifications & Attributes

• Minimum of 8 – 12+ years’ experience in SAP Project Management, including hands‑on delivery of SAP S/4HANA implementations
• Strong understanding of the SAP S/4HANA implementation lifecycle, including fit‑to‑standard, design, build, integration, testing, and deployment
• Experience delivering projects using SAP Activate methodology
• Experience coordinating multi‑workstream SAP S/4HANA delivery teams including functional, technical, data migration, integration, testing, and security
• Proven experience managing project‑level governance, RAID management, and delivery reporting in complex SAP programmes
• Strong understanding of ERP transformation programmes and business process transformation enabled by SAP S/4HANA
• Experience managing client stakeholders and cross‑functional teams within global SAP implementation environments
• Strong organisational, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Who will THRIVE in this role:

This role is not for everyone. You are likely to thrive if you:

• Excel in ambiguity and pace – Comfortable with low structure, fast decisions, and changing priorities. Energised by pressure rather than drained by it
• Are advisory‑led, not tool‑led – Strong in thinking, structuring, and client problem‑solving. You enjoy breadth and impact more than deep configuration or coding
• Have an entrepreneurial mindset – You think like an owner, take risks, back yourself, and are motivated by outcomes and impact – not just role security
• Have a high work ethic and resilience – Willing to hustle and sustain intensity over extended periods, travel frequently
• Fit INNOVERV’s culture – Comfortable with:
  • Direct, no‑nonsense feedback
  • Agility over polish
  • Minimal hierarchy and governance

Why Join INNOVERV?

At INNOVERV, you’ll have the opportunity to work across a wide range of industries, shaping the future of global companies and driving real business value. You’ll work alongside industry experts and have a direct impact on creating strategies that matter for international clients. The role offers flexibility to work remotely, or on a hybrid model, as well as opportunities for international travel, where you’ll lead workshops and collaborate with clients to solve their most pressing business challenges.

INNOVERV offers a dynamic, agile startup environment without the bureaucracy of larger firms. From day one, you’ll gain real responsibility and leadership opportunities, making a significant impact while enjoying the freedom to innovate and grow.

What We Offer

• Early responsibility and ownership
• Competitive, market‑aligned compensation
• Accelerated career progression for high performers
• Opportunities to work closely with global CXOs and industry leaders
• A supportive, people‑first environment that values impact, integrity, and curiosity
• International travel and opportunities to make an impact face to face with clients