Project Manager - SAP Applications

Müller`s Solutions; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a qualified Project Manager for SAP Applications. This role involves overseeing SAP implementation projects, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring project success. The ideal candidate must have over 10 years of experience in project management, particularly in SAP, and excellent leadership skills. A competitive salary and benefits package await the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work with a passionate team

Exciting projects and innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in SAP implementation projects.
• At least 5 years as a Project Manager in SAP implementation.
• Experience successfully completing at least 2 full projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Management in SAP implementation activities.
• Produce weekly and monthly status reports.
• Manage relationships with clients and teams.

Skills

Proficiency in Arabic

Exceptional writing and presentation capabilities

Strong leadership competencies

Advanced networking skills

Independent and proactive attitude

Collaborative skills within a large team

Education

Graduate or Postgraduate Degree in Computer Science or Management Information Systems

PMP certification (or equivalent)

Job description

Müller's Solutions is in search of a qualified Project Manager with a focus on SAP Applications. The Project Manager for SAP Applications will collaborate with the Program Management team to define, prioritize, plan, and execute program activities pertaining to the implementation of various applications. This role entails overseeing the program schedule and providing comprehensive analyses to the Program Management team regarding progress, challenges, risks, and quality. Additionally, the individual in this position will be responsible for managing and executing the communication plan for relevant activities, attending meetings, and liaising and coordinating with diverse teams. This role also includes the oversight of support provided by partner vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Management team in undertaking activities related to implementation.
• Facilitate collaboration among diverse work streams and communicate with project stakeholders to gather and share project information.
• Produce a variety of status reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Work in conjunction with the Delivery Team to support the development and deployment of SAP application components.
• Offer strategic direction and guidance for all implementations of SAP applications.
• Manage relationships with clients as well as functional and technical teams.
• Provide insights, guidance, and recommendations regarding the Technical Designs produced by team members.
• Ensure adherence to established procedures, quality assurance standards, templates, and documentation protocols.
• Uphold the integrity, manageability, and architectural components of the systems.
• Provide direction throughout the design, development, testing, and implementation stages of technology solutions (significant support may be required beyond regular working hours).
• Identify and mitigate risks while addressing issues that affect project scope, schedule, and quality.
• Assess and track progress to ensure that application releases are delivered punctually and within the specified scope.
• Supervise post-implementation evaluations and ongoing monitoring of business applications.
• Lead and establish Release and Change checkpoints throughout the project deployment lifecycle.
• Conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go assessments.
• Engage in the Change Request process to document and validate the rationale for changes.
• Develop and nurture effective and constructive relationships with clients and team members.
• Perform additional duties as required to fulfill the objectives of the role.
• Collaborate with various domain teams, including functional and technical teams.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exciting projects and innovative work environment.

EDUCATION

• A Graduate or Postgraduate Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field from a recognized national or international educational institution.
• PMP certification (or an equivalent certification) is preferred.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in SAP implementation projects.
• At least 5 years of experience in managing SAP implementation projects in the capacity of Project Manager.
• Proven project management experience, having successfully completed at least 2 full projects (from Project Planning to Post-Go Live support).
• Demonstrated strong management skills to effectively handle strategic planning, direction, reporting, and administrative responsibilities associated with this role.
• Solid knowledge and comprehension of the system development lifecycle and its ramifications.
• Experience in the SAP Defense sector is considered an advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP implementation methodologies is essential.
• Experience in gathering and documenting system requirements, as well as in documenting functional designs for business application solutions and related implementation challenges from a functional perspective.
• Familiarity with established support development frameworks and methodologies.
• Familiarity with enterprise-wide system implementation is required.

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in Arabic
• Exceptional writing and presentation capabilities
• Strong leadership and analytical competencies
• Advanced networking skills
• Demonstrated ability to be independent and proactive
• Capacity to collaborate effectively within a large, dynamic multilingual team