SAP S4 HANA Project Manager at Addison Group Colorado

Addison Group; Colorado; On-site; USD 175,500 - 214,500; Full time

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an experienced SAP S4 HANA Project Manager in Colorado to manage complex global projects. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of project management experience, including 5+ years as a Project Manager or Scrum Master. Responsibilities include leading project delivery, managing resources, and establishing stakeholder relationships. The position offers a competitive salary of $195K plus bonus, with opportunities for further professional development. Strong expertise in Agile methodologies and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire project teams and drive successful project outcomes.
• In-depth understanding and mastery of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong resource allocation and budget management skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align projects with organizational goals.
• Skill in managing and leading change initiatives within an organization.
• Comprehensive understanding of software development processes and relevant technologies.
• Manage proper internal communication to leadership team and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end SAP S4 HANA projects and ensure successful delivery.
• Establish relationships with stakeholders including executives and development teams.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines and budgets.
• Monitor and report project progress, identifying potential issues.

Skills

Advanced Project Leadership

Expertise in Agile and Scrum

Communication

Resource Management

Strategic Thinking

Change Management

Technical Project Management Skills

Escalation Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

MBA or relevant master's degree

Job description

SAP S4 HANA Project Manager

SAP S4 HANA Project Manager job at Addison Group. Colorado.

$195K plus bonus and benefits

Job Description Summary

The SAP Project Manager is responsible for effectively managing end to end SAP S4 HANA and other SAP projects. The role will manage complex, global, multi-phase SAP enterprise engagements using standard project management tools, skills and methodologies following Agile and Hybrid-Agile. They understand the SAP Activate methodology as well as the SAP install methodology. This role combines advanced project management skills with appropriate knowledge SAP tools, functionality, and solutions to ensure the successful delivery of high-impact, high-value projects.

Job Description Details

• Responsible for the overall successful delivery of SAP projects/programs.
• Provide strong strategic direction for complex projects, aligning them with organizational, operational, and business goals and priorities.
• Develop and communicate a clear vision and execution to the entire team and stakeholders across all workstreams and domains of SAP S4 HANA and like projects.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including executives, process owners, and development teams as well as leadership.
• Manage project resources, including personnel, tools, methods, and equipment according to project methodology.
• Maintain and manage project budget and staffing as well as creation of Change Requests/Orders to secure additional project budgets.
• Negotiate and document requested scope changes with the implementation partner. Secure internal alignment on contract-related changes according to Viega project policies and procedures.
• Develop, communicate, and manage risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Ensure that project deliverables are created and managed.
• Collaborate and hold accountable implementation partner stakeholder and team according to the terms of the SOW or contract.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocations, and risk management strategies.
• Create and communicate the project's strategic direction and objectives to the project team.
• Build, lead, and motivate cross-functional project teams, assigning and monitoring tasks and responsibilities.
• Monitor and report project progress, identifying and addressing potential issues or roadblocks promptly.
• Maintain clear documentation of project activities, decisions, risks, issues and outcomes.
• Deliver presentations and reports to various stakeholders, including senior management providing project updates.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
• Will be required to travel up to 50% of the time.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire project teams and drive successful project outcomes. Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Expertise in Agile and Scrum: In-depth understanding and mastery of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
• Communication: Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Resource Management: Strong resource allocation and budget management skills. Optimize resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Strategic Thinking: Strategic mindset with the ability to align projects with organizational goals and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Change Management: Skill in managing and leading change initiatives within an organization.
• Technical Project Management Skills: Comprehensive understanding of software development processes and relevant technologies. Ability to drive technical scoping decisions in conjunction with project/program Technical Lead.
• Escalation Management: Manage proper internal communication to leadership team and stakeholders, ensuring appropriate internal and external escalation processes are followed. Resolve escalations where possible while keeping Leadership team informed.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• MBA or relevant master's degree, preferred.
• 10 – 15 years of experience in project management.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager and/or Scrum Master.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.