Director Strategic Release Management (m/f/d)

Fresenius is running a business-led transformation, enabled by technology, supporting #FutureFresenius strategy. The IT Business Transformation organization partners with business teams to deliver cutting-edge IT solutions, leveraging SAP S/4HANA and other related solutions to create a scalable, unified and future-ready digital foundation.

Our mission is to architect, plan and implement standardized solutions supporting harmonized end-to-end processes that streamline operations and enable data-driven decision-making. By fostering collaboration and utilizing the advanced capabilities of ERP solutions, we drive delivery of transformative progress across enterprise architecture, strategic roadmaps, SAP functional and technical solutions. Delivery is done to meet quality and compliance needs in a highly regulated environment.

As a key member of our SAP S/4HANA transformation team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive roadmap for the SAP S/4HANA program and ensuring alignment with the organization’s overall business strategy.

Join us in shaping the future of Fresenius, where IT is a strategic enabler for long-term success.

Your assignments

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive roadmap that outlines the key phases, milestones, and deliverables for the SAP S/4HANA program, ensuring alignment with the organization’s overall business strategy

• Work closely with business leaders and stakeholders to ensure the roadmap reflects the strategic priorities of each business segment and the holding company

• Drive integrated planning partnering with technical teams and program and project managers

• Conduct scenario planning to evaluate different paths for achieving the program’s objectives, considering risks, resources, and timelines

• Address any conflicts or issues with system integrators that may impact the roadmap or release plans

• Identify potential risks to the roadmap and release schedules and develop mitigation strategies to address them

• Engage with key stakeholders, including business segments, IT teams, and third-party vendors, to communicate roadmap and release plans, gather feedback, and address concerns

• Identify and manage dependencies between different program components and dependent projects, ensuring coordinated and smooth releases

Your profile

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

• At least 10 years of experience in IT program management and delivery and roadmap planning with a strong focus on large-scale ERP implementations

• Experience in working with third-party system integrators and managing vendor relationships

• Strong knowledge of dependency management, change control, and risk management in the context of large-scale IT programs

• Understanding of integration points and dependencies between SAP Systems and other enterprise systems

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with IT, business, and project teams

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities

• Prior experience within Life Sciences domain preferable