SAP Delivery Lead – S/4HANA

Accenture New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture New Zealand is seeking a Delivery Lead to drive SAP S/4HANA projects, bridging strategy and execution while leading cross-functional delivery teams.

You will manage planning, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery and successful adoption.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience delivering SAP S/4HANA projects end-to-end.
• Strong understanding of SAP modules, processes and integration.
• Excellent project management, planning, budgeting and risk skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA project delivery aligning with architecture and client expectations.
• Plan timelines, budgets and resource allocation across workstreams.
• Be the primary client contact during delivery with clear updates and risk mitigation.
• Translate architectures into actionable delivery plans with the team.
• Oversee QA, testing and integration for successful deployment.
• Mentor delivery team members and foster collaboration and accountability.
• Identify blockers and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Capture lessons learned and drive delivery process improvements.
• Leverage tools and automation to streamline delivery processes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, or related field

PMP/PRINCE2/SAP Activate certified

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Activate

Job description

THE WORK

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Delivery Lead to drive the execution of SAP S/4HANA projects in close collaboration with our Senior SAP Solution Architect. You will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering high-quality SAP solutions on time and within budget. Your role is critical in bridging strategy with execution, ensuring that architectural designs are successfully implemented while leading and motivating cross‑functional delivery teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead end-to-end delivery of SAP S/4HANA projects, ensuring alignment with the solution architecture and client expectations.
• Manage project planning, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation across multiple workstreams.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during delivery, ensuring clear communication, progress updates, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with the Senior SAP Solution Architect to translate solution designs into actionable delivery plans.
• Oversee quality assurance, testing, and integration activities to guarantee successful deployment and adoption.
• Mentor and guide project team members, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Identify potential risks or blockers and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and best practices for future projects.
• Leverage tools, automation, and technology to streamline delivery processes and enhance efficiency.

HERE’S WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Proven experience managing and delivering SAP S/4HANA projects, ideally with end‑to‑end lifecycle exposure.
• Strong understanding of SAP modules, processes, and integration principles.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and leadership capabilities.
• Experience working with global and cross‑functional teams in complex project environments.
• Ability to translate technical and architectural designs into practical delivery plans.
• Familiarity with Agile, SAP Activate, and other delivery methodologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field; relevant certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, SAP Activate) preferred.
• Experience in leveraging emerging technologies and automation to enhance delivery outcomes is a plus.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Collaborate closely with the Senior SAP Solution Architect to ensure seamless transition from design to delivery.
• Lead and coordinate the delivery team, including SAP consultants, technical leads, and integration specialists.
• Partner with client stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure successful solution adoption.