Global Program Lead – SAP PP/MM, Manufacturing & Life Sciences

sailteam.io; Jersey City (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Program Lead to drive SAP PP/MM transformation initiatives in manufacturing and life sciences. This role requires overseeing global project delivery, managing executive reporting, and handling governance for large-scale programs. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, proven delivery of SAP projects with budgets exceeding $500MM, and strong leadership skills. The position is primarily remote with limited travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of program/project leadership experience.
• Proven delivery of large global SAP projects with budget over $500MM.
• Expertise in Manufacturing & Life Sciences industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP PP/MM program delivery across global teams.
• Drive governance, risk and issue management.
• Partner with executives to align strategy and outcomes.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP ECC

SAFe

Agile

Waterfall

Job description

The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Program Lead to drive global SAP PP/MM transformation initiatives with a focus on PP/MM in manufacturing and life sciences. You’ll own executive reporting, program governance, and cross-workstream execution for high-budget, multi-site programs in Fortune-scale environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP PP/MM program delivery across global teams
• Own integrated plan, RAID, and leadership reporting
• Drive governance, risk/issue management, and escalation resolution
• Partner with executives to align strategy, milestones, and outcomes
• Oversee mobilization, cutover, and hypercare readiness

Required Experience

• 10+ years program/project leadership (Big 4 or equivalent preferred)
• Prior role on a long term project for at least 2-3 years
• Proven delivery of very large global SAP S/4HANA or ECC programs (PP/MM emphasis) with total project budget north of $500MM
• Industry expertise in Manufacturing & Life Sciences(regulatory/validation savvy)
• Executive presence with C-suite stakeholder management
• Methodologies: SAFe, Agile, Waterfall; SAP Activate
• Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and leadership

Details

• Contract: C2C only
• Rate: $110–120/hr
• Start: Immediate
• Location: Remote with potential travel (≤20%)