Program Manager/Director for SAP S4 Transformation

Infomatics Corp; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager / Director to lead their SAP S/4HANA transformation. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of program management experience, with at least 5 years focused on SAP transformations. Key responsibilities include program leadership, stakeholder engagement, and risk management, ensuring the project's success. This full-time position is based in Los Angeles with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management.
• At least 5 years leading large-scale SAP transformations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA capabilities and deployment options.

Responsibilities

• Define, plan, and execute the SAP S/4HANA transformation program.
• Align the program with business strategy and objectives.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and ensure program success.

Skills

Program Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Change Management

Financial Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or IT

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

PMP certification

Prince2 certification

Job description

Job Title: Program Manager / Director – SAP S/4HANA Transformation

Locations: Maryland & Los Angeles (Hybrid)

Job Overview

Highly skilled Program Manager to lead our critical SAP S/4HANA transformation program. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA, a proven track record of managing large-scale, complex enterprise-wide transformations, and exceptional change management and stakeholder communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Define, plan, and execute the end-to-end SAP S/4HANA transformation program, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and governance.
• Strategic Planning: Work closely with executive leadership to align the S/4HANA program with business strategy and objectives. This includes selecting the optimal migration path (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Hybrid).
• Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships and expectations with senior executives, business unit leaders, IT teams, and external partners (System Integrators) to ensure program success.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues. Develop and implement contingency plans to keep the project on track.
• Team and Resource Management: Lead and mentor a diverse, cross-functional team of project managers, functional consultants, technical experts, and change management specialists.
• Financial Management: Oversee the program budget, track spending, and ensure the program delivers the expected return on investment (ROI).
• Vendor and Partner Management: Manage the relationship with SAP and other third-party vendors and consultants, ensuring they meet their deliverables and performance standards.
• Change Management: Champion and lead the organizational change management efforts to ensure smooth user adoption of the new system and business processes.
• Reporting: Provide regular, transparent updates to all stakeholders on program status, milestones, and key performance indicators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management, with at least 5 years specifically leading large-scale SAP transformations.
• Demonstrated experience with a full-lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementation or conversion.
• Deep knowledge of SAP S/4HANA capabilities, key business processes, and technical architecture.
• Strong understanding of different S/4HANA deployment options (On-Premise, Private Cloud, Public Cloud).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2, SAP S/4HANA certifications) are highly desirable.

Seniorities

• Director

Employment details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: IT Services and IT Consulting