SAP S / 4 Project Manager (REMOTE)

EnerSys; Nevada; Remote; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerSys is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Business Application programs, including ERP, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in SAP S/4 and project management, driving consistency and best practices across the organization. This role offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including paid time off and insurance plans.

Benefits

Paid time off plus paid holidays

Medical / dental / vision insurance plan

Life insurance and short / long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

401K plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in SAP S/4 and/or SAP ECC.
• Minimum of 2-3 end-to-end SAP S/4 HANA implementations.
• Strong IT Application Project Management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, budgeting, and oversight of Business Application programs.
• Work with IT leadership to realize enterprise application roadmap.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related area

Tools

MS Project

Atlassian Jira

Smartsheet

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power / full solution for stored DC power products.

What We’re Offering

• Paid time off plus paid holidays
• Medical / dental / vision insurance plan
• Life insurance, short / long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, flex spending, and employee stock purchase plan
• 401K plan
• Culture: We value and strive for excellence in all that we do through innovative technology by creating long-lasting relationships with our stakeholders, co-workers, and customers. We actively foster teamwork, engagement, and enhance our employees' skills and competence by providing appropriate training.

Compensation Range : $100,600-$135,000

Compensation may vary based on applicant's work experience, education level, skill set, and/or location.

Job Purpose

Responsible for the planning, budgeting, documenting, and oversight of all aspects of Business Application programs, including ERP, throughout the project life cycle. The position leads the design, testing, planning, budgeting, and implementation of complex projects for systems and services that typically affect many employees. The Project Manager works closely with senior management to ensure that the scope and direction of each project are on schedule, as well as coordinates with other departments for support. The position is focused on meeting project commitments.

It is imperative for this resource to drive consistency in the implementation of systems and best practices and understand LEAN methodologies. This position involves working across all lines of business and requires solid communication skills, relationship-building, and the ability to drive a consistent agenda. The Project Manager will need to focus on both Business and MIS resources, processes, and deliverables.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with IT leadership and the ERP / Business Application Managers to realize our enterprise application roadmap.
• Develop project plans and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Lead the development and implementation of a broad, coordinated set of plans and programs to meet organizational goals.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties / vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Assist in establishing realistic timelines and goals for project deliverables.
• Demonstrate superior collaboration skills to define solutions, resolve conflicts, and build partnerships with team members and stakeholders.
• Work seamlessly with Organizational Change Management to drive change, considering obstacles, opposition, and stakeholder priorities.
• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets.
• Follow standard project methodology frameworks to manage changes in scope, schedule, and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
• Manage project status, risks, and issues with appropriate escalation mechanisms.
• Proactively develop and implement strategies to mitigate program / project risks.
• Establish contacts and cultivate relationships both inside and outside of EnerSys.
• Conduct follow-up meetings to improve project management processes and tools.

Qualifications

Requires BS degree in Computer Science or related area of study.

10+ years of experience in SAP S/4 and/or SAP ECC across configuration, implementation, and project management domains.

Minimum of 2-3 end-to-end SAP S/4 HANA implementations in a large manufacturing organization is strongly desired.

Strong IT Application Project Management skills required; PMI or equivalent certification/relevant experience preferred.

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Ability to evaluate IT and business challenges broadly.

Proven experience in structuring frameworks for complex problem-solving, preferably in LEAN processes.

Experience working successfully in large, complex, fast-paced organizations.

Computer / Technical Skills

• In-depth experience with project management software including MS Project, Atlassian Jira, and Smartsheet.
• Understanding of end-to-end life cycle requirements of key business processes.
• 5-6 years of functional process, design, and configuration experience in SAP modules such as SD, MM, EWM, PP, FICO, including integration points, prior to transitioning to a PM role is highly advantageous.
• Understanding of SAP Activate implementation methodology.
• Proficiency in standard office software and reporting applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Prince II.
• Experience with other Project Management tools.
• Experience in implementing Data and Analytics platforms.

TRAVEL REQUIRED : Moderate to Medium (during core project phases)

General Job Requirements

• This position will work in an office setting with minimal physical demands.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.