Senior SAP Delivery Lead—Program & Client Success

EY; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Pension & 401(k)

Paid time off

Hybrid work model

Flexible vacation policy

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

EY is seeking a Delivery Lead to plan, drive, and manage large SAP implementations, establishing operating structures for large-scale programs and ensuring day-to-day delivery leads to successful outcomes for our clients and EY.

Responsibilities include leading engagement delivery, managing client relationships, and developing resource plans and budgets to optimize engagement economics. The role requires strong SAP experience, travel, and a track record in consulting delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with one or more SAP modules.
• 5–7 years leading large SAP deployments in consumer business, manufacturing, technology or industrial products sectors.
• Proficiency in program structuring and iterative delivery methodologies.
• Experience in hybrid and waterfall delivery methodologies.
• Strong skills in project and portfolio management tools and understanding of finance and quality management.
• Familiarity with system development lifecycle, contract/vendor management, and resource management.
• Comprehensive understanding of the technology landscape.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel 40–60% of the time.
• Preferred: Experience leading diverse teams and managing change.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Track record of building client trust and value.
• Previous consulting experience.
• SAP certification(s).
• Experience with at least two SAP program delivery lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement delivery and manage client relationships on a daily basis.
• Bear accountability for program/project management, ensuring all objectives are met.
• Develop resource plans and budgets for engagements, managing engagement economics effectively.

Skills

SAP delivery

Client relationships

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Agile & Waterfall

Job description

EY is seeking a Delivery Lead to plan, drive, and manage large SAP implementations, establishing operating structures for large-scale programs and ensuring day-to-day delivery leads to successful outcomes for our clients and EY.

Responsibilities include leading engagement delivery, managing client relationships, and developing resource plans and budgets to optimize engagement economics. The role requires strong SAP experience, travel, and a track record in consulting delivery.